Activity Two February 2009

Discussion questions for the OSV Newsweekly In Focus section, 'Fame and Misfortune'

“Fame and Misfortune: Why Teens Thirst for Celebrity in Today’s Culture,” a recent In Focus from Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly, discusses the dark side of celebrity obsession with teens. (This article can be printed out and shared with the youth.)

Discussion Questions

• What are the qualities of a role model?
• Who are the popular role models of today?
• Do they have the qualities you noted?
• Who are your role models?
• How are Jesus, Mary, and the saints true role models for Catholics?

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