It Shouldn’t Be This Way - A Reflection on the Covenant School Shooting
A Nashville area youth pastor reflects on ministry to students and families in the aftermath of the Covenant School Shooting.
YPT Podcast Episode 31: Talking About Race with Youth (Michelle Ami Reyes)
It’s tempting to avoid direct conversations about racism because it immediately raises people’s alarm systems. How can youth pastor theologians model faithful ways to have sensitive conversations?
Friday Review (3/24/23)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
Should We Celebrate Baptism and the Lord’s Supper at Youth Group?
Should we celebrate Baptism and the Lord’s Supper at camps, youth group, and small groups? A sensitive question, but an important one to ask.
YPT Podcast Episode 30: Youth Ministry in the UK (Nic Bianchi & Anna Lane)
What does youth ministry look like in the UK and what can Stateside youth workers learn from their international colleagues?
Saint Patrick, the Missionary
Students hear about Saint Patrick’s Day and immediately think about drunken parties and leprechauns. How can youth workers help students learn who St. Patrick really was?
Friday Review (3/17/23)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
The Vine Project’s Four E’s of Spiritual Growth
The Vine Project outlines how our ministries should mirror the Christian walk and helps youth ministers disciple youth with greater intentionality.
Friday Review (3/10/23)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
A Statement on Women in Youth Ministry
Why does YPT take a welcoming posture towards women in youth ministry and clarifying our boundaries for partnership and collaboration.