"In asking teens to lead others, faith formation is magnified for our youth in ways that I never could have imagined." VBS …
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"In asking teens to lead others, faith formation is magnified for our youth in ways that I never could have imagined." VBS …
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"Don't be afraid. Don't short-change your youth – they can do this. 30 Hour Famine is a convicting and moving …
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"As leaders, we can help kids make such connections, and the movies below lend themselves to that." Movies for Church …
"We adults can help youth reshape their thinking by putting a name to their experience that will help them see how God is at …
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"I love that young people are in church, not for a specified purpose, but just to “be.” Just to hang out. Just to be bored. Just …
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"The key is to develop a team of adult sponsors who work together in the best interest of the youth." Youth Ministers …
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"In general, when you, as the adult leader, coordinate transportation, you assume responsibility and liability. Always make …
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"I decided to create Scrabble for Sunday School as a special treat, or a year-end celebration, or special event." Scrabble for all …
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"With my photos, I was able to saturate our church communications channels with the story of our mission trip, but I am only one …
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"I hand out the love letter packets... They read, laugh, and cry. They feel loved and validated in a way that exceeds even the …