Meet the Author
A Very Short Bio
I’m always a little lost when I try to describe myself…but I’ll do my best here. So, let’s start with basics. My name is Taylor (because I don’t want everyone calling me “catholicteenapologist” all the time…it’s way too long). I enjoy reading and writing as well as learning new things and meeting new people. I love Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church He established and, for this reason, answering questions about the Church and sharing my Faith with others are my favorite hobbies. Different religions and cultures fascinate me, as I think there is always something we can learn from people who are different than us (which is why the world isn’t boring and monotonous).
As an American southerner (and a proud one at that), part of my day consists of answering questions about my Faith. For those who don’t know, the Southern part of the United States is nicknamed “the Bible Belt”…and for a very good reason. There’s a church on every corner, a Bible in every house, and everyone’s a preacher. Misconceptions about the teachings of the Catholic Church are commonplace down here, so there’s no shortage of apologetic work that can be done. The questions I face daily have helped to challenge my faith, knock it down, and then rebuild it on solid ground. You can read more about my faith journey later, though.
There are two things you need to know about me before you start reading my blog. 1) I am very sarcastic. Honestly, I think it’s genetic. But in any event, be on the look-out for that. I have the bad habit of using it without thinking about it, but I’ll try to monitor myself and make it clear when I use it. 2) My sense of humor is as dry as the Dust Bowl. No joke. Because of that, it tends to kind of sneak up on people…so watch out for it. I apologize ahead of time if I crack a bad joke or something.
And Just How Am I Qualified to Write This?
That’s a fair question. I am, after all, a teenager. No degrees, no fancy letters after my name, nothing. But I don’t want everyone to think I’m just making all of this up, so let me explain a few things. I don’t know everything about the Church (that was me stating the obvious there), and I realize that. However, I’m not flying blind on this. For the past three years, I’ve answered questions about the Catholic Church on the internet and I’ve also started writing articles for different Catholic websites. Just recently, I finished a book about the Catholic Church that is being read through by my priest and several other people who are smarter than me (they aren’t actually that hard to find, really). I have yet to get an email telling me that I spoke any heresy in said book, so I’m counting that as a good thing. Hopefully, within the next two years, you will be able to purchase this book at your local Barnes & Noble. Fingers crossed.
The point of that whole little blurb wasn’t to brag. My point is this: don’t write me off because I’m a teenager. Humor me here: stick around and read the posts. Who knows? You might have so much fun that you’ll never want to leave!
Hey Taylor!
I’ll be checking this blog daily! It sounds like we’re very much alike, though none of my book projects are anywhere near completion. I admire your persistence and hard work!
May God bless you and your mission here! I’m looking forward to all future posts!
I will most definitely not write you off. Your articles are well written and informative. It’s a rare gift outside of the bible belt to find people well versed in the Bible and the Catholic church.
Wow, this whole website really is inspiring, I am a teenager, from Britain and I am a devout catholic, so this really connects with me. I don’t really know anyone over here who is a religious catholic teen and it gives me a bit of hope that I am not the only one on God’s green earth. How many teenagers are true catholics?
God Bless and keep up the good work Xxx
Glad you like the site!
I also think there is a huge problem with people our age today who are not involved in their faith. Perhaps, though, this is due to the fact that they so often do not realize how beautiful the Catholic Faith is and they don’t know that it is a gift. I think we just have to live by example, pray, and be ready to share our love of the Faith with them if they ever ask us.
Thanks for the comment! Let me hear from you again on here.
God bless!
Hi:
I have four kids that go to Catholic School and I’m looking to go into the classroom and talk to them about “Junior Apologetics.” I want them to never be afraid to defend The Truth and let them know that there are many people, like you, doing just that.
Thank you for your inspiration!
That sounds awesome, Annette! I wish schools and religious education programs would put more of an emphasis (perhaps during high school or middle school years) on the defense of the faith. I know so many teenagers who are afraid to ask questions–and are terrified of being asked questions! They need to know that it is okay to ask and to search for answers on their own, and they also need to realize that there are people who will ask them questions about the Church that might challenge their faith. But in the end, asking and answering questions strengthens faith and brings a person closer to God.
I hope you are able to speak with the students!
God bless!
Nice work for a young Catholic surrounded by an antagonistic South. Keep it up!!
Thanks for the comment and the encouragement!
God bless!
Hey Taylor,
I’m a teenager too! I really like your blog, mostly because I can pretty much relate to your posts. I mean, I just read your post on the Easter Vigil… And I can literally feel your excitement and joy, just through each line that you have typed!
It’s nice to see a fellow teen who enjoys spreading the love of God to others! =D
Could you check out my blog too? It’s kinda new, but I’m hoping that it’ll reach more people, especially those who have several doubts about the Catholic Faith.
Thanks and God Bless You!
Love and Prayers,
Nikky. (http://wepraytoconquer.wordpress.com/)
Hey, Nikky!
Your posts are really interesting. I always love seeing other teenagers who enjoy talking about the Catholic Faith and sharing that faith with other people. Makes me happy!
I looked at your blog. AWESOME! I went a little “like” happy, so you might have several notifications
Glad you liked that post on the Easter Vigil! I was definitely excited when I wrote it…but I couldn’t help it. That Mass, in particular, always leaves me extra charged. The joy of Easter is infectious!
Let me hear from you in comments and blog posts often!
God bless!
Taylor
Hahaha! Thanks, I appreciate the ‘likes’! XD
Please keep visiting my blog and sharing your views too! I’d love to know your opinion on the stuff I post.
Thanks again, Taylor!
God Bless!
Love and Prayers,
Nikky =)
I will definitely keep checking and commenting!
I always have something to say.
God bless!