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Social media, situationships, and a ‘ring by spring’ — the complex dating world for Gen Z Catholics

“Our social circles become so small because there’s no real, in-person interaction happening.”

Jack Figge
May 13, 2026
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One year ago, Joe Kuebler decided he wanted to start taking dating seriously.

A 25-year-old software engineer, Joe struggled to find a long-term relationship, so he took his desire to prayer. Later that month, he met a woman named Cameron at a parish retreat.

Now, a year later, the two are engaged.

Joe has some advice for other young men facing a challengi…

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