Is Young Life a Catholic organization?

Young Life is an evangelical Christian organization based in Colorado Springs, Colorado which focuses on young people in middle school, high school, and college.

Why is Young Life called Capernaum?

The ministry is named after the Capernaum area of the Holy Land where the Bible says Jesus performed many miracles, McClain explained, especially the story in Mark chapter two, where four men made a hole in the roof of a house and lowered their paralyzed friend down to Jesus to be healed.

Who is Newt Crenshaw?

Crenshaw, also known as Newt, has been President of Young Life at Eli Lilly & Co., since July 15, 2016. Mr. Crenshaw serves as the Vice President of e. Lilly Venture Fund.

What was the Red quarter in Capernaum?

The Red Quarter is a place for prostitutes and illicit activities, though the actions of others there is never described. Jesus, however, heals Mary of her demons and openly welcomes Mary, as well as the woman who protected her and others from that area, into his fellowship.

What is Capernaum known for?

Capernaum is one of Israel’s most sacred Christian pilgrimage sites where believers can sit on the stone benches in the ancient synagogue where Jesus would have sat and walk the streets he would have walked. In 2000 Pope John Paul II visited this sacred Christian site.

Was Capernaum a wealthy city?

In Biblical times Capernaum was one of the main trading villages in the Gennesaret area. It was a vibrant and prosperous part of Palestine, home to about 1,500 people many of whom were fishermen. Many travelers, caravans, and traders passed through Capernaum on the Via Maris.

Where is the town of Jesus?

Jesus was born in Bethlehem, brought up in Nazareth, and preached in Jerusalem but it was the significant Galilean Ministry years which he spent in Capernaum and where he performed many of his miracles. Capernaum became his home and the Bible calls it Jesus’ “own city”.