title: Coming of age and awakening to spiritual consciousness through rites of passage.
abstract: A contemporary American form of the ancient idea of rites of passage can guide young people toward deeper meaning and strengthen their sense of identity and connection to the community.
authors.affiliation: Center for Advancement of Youth, Family and Community Services in Glastonbury, Connecticut, USA.
authors.forename: David G
authors.initials: DG
authors.lastname: Blumenkrantz
authors.forename: Kathryn L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: Hong
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D041923:Adolescent Development; D000367:Age Factors; D001364:Awareness; D002648:Child; D002657:Child Development; D003243:Consciousness; D003479:Curriculum; D006801:Humans; D012111:Residence Characteristics; D012922:Social Change; D029181:Spirituality