Pope to bishops: Help youth be brave in opting for marriage and family

Philadelphia (CNA/EWTN News) — Pope Francis told bishops Sunday that a widespread consumerism and desire to follow new fads has rendered youth fearful of commitments, and said that as pastors they must encourage youth to be brave in going against the tide. He began his speech, however, with an impromptu reflection on the clergy sex abuse crisis, mentioning that he had met earlier with victims and their families. He said the victims "have become true heralds of hope and mercy. In humility, we ow

Philadelphia (CNA/EWTN News) — Pope Francis told bishops Sunday that a widespread consumerism and desire to follow new fads has rendered youth fearful of commitments, and said that as pastors they must encourage youth to be brave in going against the tide. He began his speech, however, with an impromptu reflection on the clergy sex abuse crisis, mentioning that he had met earlier with victims and their families. He said the victims "have become true heralds of hope and mercy. In humility, we ow…