by Will Penner Approximate length: 35 minute The story of the prodigal son is most often told from the viewpoint of the prodigal himself. Through the eyes of the prodigal, we are given a sense of God's love and mercy. ...
by Will Penner Approximate length: 90 minutes Supplies: • VCR or DVD player, and TV or projector and screen • Video or DVD copy of An Insiders View of Jesus, 2002, YS/Zondervan • Video or DVD copy of Cruel Intentions, ...
A summary of research on religious change in emerging adulthood Editor's Note: This synopsis was written as part of a Lilly Foundation grant to the Center for Youth Ministry Training. The Research in a Nutshell What happens in the midst of transitioning ...
A summary of research on faith and adolescence around the world Editor's Note: This synopsis was written as part of a Lilly Foundation grant to the Center for Youth Ministry Training. The research in a nutshell This collaborative work was birthed from ...
Ministry implications from the Youth Ministry and Spirituality Project Editor's Note: This synopsis was written as part of a Lilly Foundation grant to the Center for Youth Ministry Training. The Research in a Nutshell What does it look like to do youth ...
Editor's Note: This synopsis was written as part of a Lilly Foundation grant to the Center for Youth Ministry Training. The Research in a Nutshell What contributes to consequential faith—the kind of faith that makes a difference to a teenager's way of ...
by Stephen Ingram Practicing the Spiritual Discipline of Pilgrimage Both Here and There Want to Get Away? Do you remember the "Wanna Get Away" Southwest Airline commercials? In youth ministry between the hectic schedule, high stress situations, and lock-ins, wanting ...
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on rethinkingyouthministry.com and is reprinted here with permission. by Brian Kirk As we move through Holy Week, here are a few suggestions for celebrating the end of the season of Lent with your ...
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on rethinkingyouthministry.com and is reprinted here with permission. by Brian Kirk Mini-Altars Help Students Keep God with Them During the exile, the Israelites came to understand that God didn't dwell in just one ...
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on rethinkingyouthministry.com and is reprinted here with permission. by Brian Kirk In this short discussion starter, written for middle school youth but adaptable for other ages, participants explore the idea that the church ...
by Terry Carty We all know about the holy habits of worship, prayer, giving, reading the Bible, and the sacraments. These habits are, of course, important, but do we find ourselves simply doing these just out of habit? Ask yourself ...
by Steph Dodge Overview: This activity will help your youth understand who they are in God's eyes. Materials: Picture frames or small mirrors for each participant Permanent markers Bibles Handouts or PowerPoint slides with verses related to how God views ...
by Joey Willis Christian Theology, Teens and the Trinity The Christian doctrine of the Trinity can be both a comfort and a confusion to the modern teenager. On one hand, they are starting to experience for themselves the complexities of ...
