Emerge: Questions that Matter for Young Adult Spirituality

Why is everyone so nervous about what I’ll learn in college?

The young adults we know wonder why everyone seems so nervous about the ideas, questions, and perspectives they’ll encounter in college. Falon and Rachel are talking to Christina Littlefield — a journalist and church history expert — about how to approach new ideas with curiosity, wisdom, and faith, and how the college experience can deepen rather than threaten a young adult’s spiritual journey.

Ask Us Anything: How do I pray when I’m overwhelmed?

The young adults we know wonder why prayer feels so different (and even overwhelming) during this stage of life. Falon and Rachel sit down together for an “Ask Us Anything” mini-episode about how to explore new ways of praying to God during seasons of transition and stress, including practical prayer practices for experiencing peace, honesty, and the presence of God.

Am I still obligated to serve when I’m a broke, busy college student?

The young adults we know wonder why, in the midst of everything they have going on, they should bother with serving others. Falon and Rachel are talking to Dr. Christin Shatzer Roman — a nonprofit and student life professional — about how generosity with time and energy for the sake of others can shape the lives, careers, and faith of young adults.

Do depression and anxiety make me a bad Christian?

The young adults we know wonder why they and their peers often feel depressed and anxious. Falon and Rachel are talking to Shaya Aguilar — a therapist and young adult mental health expert — about how to navigate mental, emotional, and spiritual health and offer support to others.

Ask Us Anything: What do I do when the way I used to connect with God doesn’t “work” anymore?

The young adults we know wonder why they aren’t connecting with God in the ways that used to “work” for their faith, and they feel at a loss for what to do about it. Falon and Rachel sit down together for an “Ask Us Anything” mini-episode to talk about how to navigate the spiritual disconnection and dryness that often characterize faith in young adulthood.