Talking about Faith

I used to be worried that people would come up to me and ask me about my faith. I thought that I simply wouldn't know what to say. That they would ask that one question I wasn't able to answer. Now I'm not phased by it but it took some tips before I was able to get to where I am so. I'd like to share them with you. First, remember if you have been raised a Catholic you're entire life (like me) or for the majority of your life, you are going to have an answer or at least part of an answer to the question. Think about it. Everything in the Catholic faith is so closely connected and entertained that you can make an educated answer. If you are new to the Church then don't be scared to tell them...this leads into the second tip. Tell them you don't know if you don't. If you have no idea what the answer to their question is please never try to answer it. Because the one thing you don't want to do is give them false information. Most people who ask you and genuinely want to know more are going to be people in your school, co-op, doing sports, or related to you or a friend. You're going to be able to see them or contact them soon. Just say, "that is a really good question but I'm not positive about the answer. I'm going to go do some research and get back to you." This is always an perfectly fine answer as long as you make sure to get back to them soon. Just keep those two things in mind and that way there isn't a normal situation like that that you can't handle. If it's a really hard question that you can't find an answer to ask a priest or you youth minister for an answer. -Kateri