"Even young people who said their parents had first 'forced' them to acolyte expressed a newfound connection to worship and an …
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"Even young people who said their parents had first 'forced' them to acolyte expressed a newfound connection to worship and an …
Continue Reading about Let There Be Acolytes! 10 Hidden Benefits For Young People

"In other words, the church is called to help youth to embrace their identity as valuable, and beloved children of God. Youth …
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Webinar August 16, 2017 If you are a youth minister, you know the important …
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"Ask God for opportunities to connect with youth... God will answer your prayers in unexpected ways. These encounters will enrich …
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"The Confirmation Project data is convincing. Healthy confirmation programs exist and they can be found in tiny congregations and …
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"Holy Week is a remarkably powerful spiritual week. Provide time and space for young people to be immersed in a quiet Sabbath time …

"Place a jelly bean in front of each child. Say: When I say 'go,' roll your jelly bean across the room using only your …
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"Nowadays, you’ll specifically notice a universal ‘third thing’ into which teenagers channel this anxiety: their phones... these …
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"When you buy or rent a movie, it is for personal use – meaning you can show it at home with family and friends. When you show …
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"Try a different classroom configuration, or use a different space. Act things out. It’s OK to take risks." Crafting …
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