Monthly Archives: August 2010

An “Imposter” Faith

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Rebekah Wedge

A recent CNN article talks about the recently published book “Almost Christian” by Kendra Creasy Dean. The book looks at the changing face of Christianity for teenagers, but perhaps not in the way you might expect. It argues that teenagers … Continue reading →

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Movies and Ministry

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Julie Hagen

Last week Rebekah posted a great blog incorporating the movie, the Invention of Lying, into a devotion.  As she mentioned, I too enjoy offering movies and music as a means of discussion in bible studies with young people.  I love … Continue reading →

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ARHGLU

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Rebekah Wedge

This past Friday, our youth group met. We talked about having obedient faith and what God commands Christians to do. Part of this was making a list of the things God asks of us. The things you may expect came … Continue reading →

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Devotional: The Invention of Lying

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Rebekah Wedge

I like to use devotionals that include movies and pop culture. It can be an incredible and enlightening experience to look at movies, music, or other clips in a new way. It can make a story or idea accessible to … Continue reading →

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The Name Game

Posted on August 14, 2010 by pam zimmer

contributed by Pam Zimmer Honey If You Love Me, Do You Know Your Neighbor? and yes the classic Name Game, all of these are staples of the typical youth group event. They may be used as ice breakers, or simply … Continue reading →

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Postmodern Youth Ministry

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Rebekah Wedge

I want to share a resource that was suggested to me soon after I began doing youth ministry. The book is Postmodern Youth Ministry by Tony Jones. There are multiple reasons why I like this resource. It is covers a … Continue reading →

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Musicians have to eat too…

Posted on August 6, 2010 by pam zimmer

contributed by Pam Zimmer Are you thinking about hosting a concert at your church in the near future? Have you thought about how your congregation will pay for the concert? These are some of the questions that I have been … Continue reading →

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Remember the Sabbath…Self Care in the Church

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Julie Hagen

‘Summer’ and ‘vacation’ are two words that don’t always go together when you work with young people in the church.  With summer brings youth trips, Bible Camp, Vacation Bible School, and fall planning and preparation for the year ahead.  All … Continue reading →

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What Do Kids See?

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Rebekah Wedge

A few weeks ago I was leading a game about being the body of Christ and working together with our Sunday School kids. I wanted them to see that we all have to work together to do things — even … Continue reading →

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