This Life Night focuses on the issue of drug and alcohol use and abuse. Teenagers also explore the addictive nature of substances and are challenged to understand addiction as contrary to Christian freedom. The Life Night begins with a game about social media hashtags and transitions into a teaching about drugs, alcohol, and our desire to find immediate satisfaction in our lives.  During the Break, teenagers have an opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and spend time in prayer. The Life Night closes with a challenge for teenagers to seek help if they are struggling with addiction or if they find themselves in a bad situation.

This Life Night may require a pastoral response to various situations that teenagers may bring forward during the course of the Life Night. Please see the “Pastoral Note” at the end of this Life Night for information regarding the appropriate response to these situations.