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Comment on The Gospel And Youth Ministry: Trend or Movement? by Mike Ashley

Mike Ashley — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:12:16 +0000

A Gospel trend is not too disconcerting, what is scary is where the pendulum swing will take us when it is over. That is really spooky.

Comment on The Gospel And Youth Ministry: Trend or Movement? by ym360

ym360 — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:56:05 +0000

Thanks for sharing this with us George. We join you in the desire to keep all we do for students Christ-Centered and Christ-Focused. Fight the tendencies that will creep in. We know everything He has to offer to your students is worthy, but sometimes we’re so easily distracted by keeping up with the things around us. If there’s anything we can do to support you in this mission, let us know. Blessings friend and thanks for chiming in!

Comment on The Gospel And Youth Ministry: Trend or Movement? by George

George — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:33:25 +0000

Andy,
First let me say I loved the article. I can definitely see the “trend” vs. “movement” in churches, ministries, and people within my community. It seems that most modern Christianity follows trends (even Christian trends such as “Kingdom Message, Discipleship Message, Revival Message etc.) out of insecurity that the Whole Gospel is the message. We compartmentalize our messages to fit the latest hot topic that is itching ears.
Our ministry just started at the beginning of 2012. My hearts prayer is that God keep us Christ-Centered and Christ-Focused. I am willing to change everything to embrace what He is doing. Thanks for this… it was very timely.

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Comment on Bringing College-Age Students Under Our Youth Ministry Umbrella by Andy@ym360

Andy@ym360 — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:30:38 +0000

MOT,
It’s a valid point, for sure. I can’t speak for Danny, but I can say that in my experience, I’ve certainly encountered many parents who have done all they can do and their students simply chooses not to listen. Thanks for stopping by!

Comment on Bringing College-Age Students Under Our Youth Ministry Umbrella by Mom of teens

Mom of teens — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:55:39 +0000

Good thoughts and I love your heart! BUT regarding “Partnering to teach Life Skills”… Yes, I have several “enabling parent friends” who cater to their kids and then the kids hit their 20′s and 30′s and fall apart with what seems like normal stress to me. I agree that there is too much helicopter parenting going on!

However, before you give a “well intentioned kick in the pants” know that sometimes parents are faced with a kid who REFUSES TO TAKE INSTRUCTION no matter what. Soft approaches, visual approaches,stern approaches…doesn’t matter…they don’t want to really learn or hear it. But, they can hear the same advice from someone else and like it! It is very frustrating to try to lovingly teach a kid who remains unteachable.

Don’t get me wrong I love the idea of a “kick in the pants” for parents. I think most of us need that as a reminder. And I’ll take it with the rest of them BUT consider that there are some kids (maybe not a majority?) who just want to cry about their problems and not take the actual steps toward doing something about it. They want a quick fix or several people to talk to and then several more!

Just sayin…

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Behind The Scenes Look At "NEW: First Steps For New Christ-Followers" — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:41:15 +0000

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Comment on An Open Letter To Youth Workers by Zoila

Zoila — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:37:52 +0000

I am new and female also. I have thaught adults for many years, and have now been entrusted to teach the youth, so I feel unequipped, like a fish out of water. I need all the help and guidance I can get. I expect to be blessed by participating. Thanks!!

Comment on An Open Letter To Youth Workers by Melissa

Melissa — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:15:56 +0000

Hey, I’m also new here, but can’t wait to start this journey together! Thanks for the opportunity!!!

Comment on Bringing College-Age Students Under Our Youth Ministry Umbrella by Rachel Blom

Rachel Blom — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:41:35 +0000

It’s hard to compare numbers, because postmodernism has far more influence in Holland than in the US. For instance, the number of young people who state they believe in God is drastically lower. That does mean however that those who say they do believe, tend to be more ‘serious’ about it.
But about your question: I can’t quote the exact statistics because we don;t have a Barna group that does all this impressive research, but yes, I do feel that churches are succeeding better in this area. Young people still leave the church in far too great numbers, let me be clear about that, but it’s not the ‘college-break’ that’s causing this. It’s a more general crisis of faith and a church that doesn’t succeed in making faith relevant for everyday life. My feeling is that we tend to lose kids before college, more when they’re 16, 17 or so.