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Generation † Canadian Anglican Youth

Generation has been the voice of Canadian Anglican Youth Ministry since June 2006. Now, as a part of the Community, we’re continuing to explore the changing face of youth ministry across the country.

Bullying is a problem – Blue Day might help!

December 17th is not a very remarkable day.  It is 8 days before Christmas.  It is two weeks before the end of the year.  But otherwise, except to those whose birthday’s fall on that date, it is fairly unremarkable.  Robert … Continue reading

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December 10th is Human Rights Day

December 10th is Human Rights Day and it marks the end of a year long celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.  This is a very important issue that I have dealt with in several … Continue reading

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Advent Cavalcade of Bad Nativities

Yes, it’s coming over to the new site…wait for it, it’s gonna take a while for me to shift all those photos over  … it will be here soon.

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Thanksgiving is about more than turkey?

Ok, so Canadian Thanksgiving is long past, but in anticipation of the American Thanksgiving I found this article.  It is an interesting take on what Thanksgiving is all about, and its not just turkey, stuffing ourselves and napping in the … Continue reading

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A Reflection on Youth Ministry

My interviews with each of the youth ministers were very interesting and informative.  Having now done three articles on what I learned, I realize I still have some questions.

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Bobble heads and Moses Action figures

Many people have wondered where to go on-line to buy a Bobble Head Jesus. (no really, it's true!) zp8497586rq

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Youth Ministry Interview with Christian Harvey

The rain has stopped, but the evidence of the fall downpour is still obvious as we look out the ministry office at St. John’s Anglican Church in Peterborough, Ontario.  I’m sitting down to talk with Christian Harvey, the Youth Worker … Continue reading

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Mix it up at Lunch!

This is a great program, that I wish I had learned about sooner,  but it is an idea that can be undertaken at any time and I think everyone should hear about it.

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Round three: Fun and interesting things Churches are doing…

Each of the youth ministers I spoke with had something unique and interesting to tell me that they are doing, different from the others.  So I thought it would be a good idea to speak briefly about each of them … Continue reading

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Round Two: Outreach in the Twin Cities

Next let’s talk about how different youth ministries are getting involved in outreach programs and demonstrating their Christian values.  After all, Christianity is about DOING; helping and loving others to help make the world a better place.

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