There is so much in this article that points to how media and entertainment play such an important role in the lives of youth. They are accustomed to sound bites and rapid responses; instant communication. What seems to be lacking in all their responses is a basic understanding of "why" we attend church - to worship God.
You make a good point, Mom, that these are stupid responses from teenagers, shooting off their mouths. However, in reading this article through, it becomes apparent that secularism is their new god. This is most prevalent in the more culturally advanced civilizations, that feed on immediate gratification. A plague or drought would certainly wake these folks up.
Teenagers are a modern phenomenon - they have a great deal of freedom and indulgence and are shielded from the responsibilities of adulthood. It makes them REALLY stupid.
Fortunately, almost all of them grow out of it.
**West of Dublin in the village of Lucan, David Clayton, 24, a Web page designer, agreed that the boredom factor is a big consideration. "It's the repetition," he said. **
I don't see how anyone could actually be bored with the Mass if they understand the "real prpesence" of Christ in the Eucharist. No way could I be bored with Jesus Christ himself in the romm!
Sadly, what it points to is that they, themselves, are now their own gods.