So, What Exactly is Theology on Tap?

Were you invited to a South Side Theology on Tap session, but you’re not exactly sure what Theology on Tap is?  RENEW International gives a great description of Theology on Tap:

What is […] Theology on Tap?

[…] Theology on Tap is a program through which the Catholic church seeks to engage young adults in their 20s and 30s. It is centered around a series of events held in a casual setting such as a restaurant, bar, or parish hall where young adults are invited to listen to a speaker, share faith, and dialogue with people who share similar values and experiences. The objective of […] Theology on Tap is to provide an opportunity for Catholic parishes and groups to share the richness of Catholic faith with young adults, and offer a setting where people of similar values and faith can gather in a peer community. […]

Who are young adults?

Young adults are those in theirin their 20s and 30s, married, single, or single again, with or without children.

What can I expect to happen at a […] Theology on Tap Event?

You can expect a warm and friendly greeting from a team of young adults. You can expect to meet a few people whose beliefs and values are similar to your own. You can expect a powerful speaker ready to challenge you and make you think about topics of faith and daily life. You can expect meaningful discussion and a chance to share your thoughts and experiences. Read more about Theology on Tap Events.

What are popular speaker topics?

Dynamic speakers address real-world topics that challenge young adults to greater faith and a deeper relationship with God. Some titles of past events include, “The Young Adult Experience: Strategies for the Young Adult Years,” ” Recognizing God in Everyday Events: Is There More Than Meets the Eye?”, “The Challenge of Jesus: Is He the One or Should I Look for Another?”, “Why Bother With the Church: Especially the Catholic Church?”. All talks present solid Catholic teachings in a manner relevant and compelling to young adults.

What if I am no longer in my 20s or 30s, can I attend an event?
RENEW Theology on Tap offers events for those in their 20s and 30s. If you are not part of this age group, there may be other ways for you to participate such as:

• Tell your young adult friends, relatives, and coworkers about events
• Suggest the names of great speakers to parish leaders

Learn more about how to stay involved.

Does the Catholic Church approve of […]Theology on Tap?

Yes. According to the pastoral letter “Sons and Daughters of the Light,” the United States Bishop’s Conference calls us to, “Connect young adults to Jesus Christ, the Church, the mission of the Church in the world, and to a peer community in which their faith is nourished and strengthened.” Theology on Tap is a program which does just that, and has been successfully evangelizing throughout the Church for over thirty years. In addition, Theology on Tap programs around the country have had their local Bishops as speakers, and have highlighted the value and importance of young adult ministry through Theology on Tap.

Is […] Theology on Tap only for Catholics?

Many non-Catholics attend […] Theology on Tap events, and some non-Catholic churches even run their own series. […] Theology on Tap is a Catholic program, but is welcoming to non-Catholic young adults who wish to attend. If your group is not Catholic but wishes to use […] Theology on Tap, we would work with you, and discuss what you’ll need to do to make it happen.

Can I drink alcohol at […] Theology on Tap events?
Do I have to?

Most […] Theology on Tap venues have a variety of beverages to choose from, including alcohol. You are free to drink or not. […] Theology on Tap does not promote drinking, but strives to meet young adults where there are, and many gather in bars and restaurants to eat, drink, and socialize.

(Material courtesy of RENEW International, http://www.renewtot.org/)