Resources
Some written, some on-line and some information about print resources available from other sources for youth ministry.
Transformational Ministry
Lisa Calderone-Stewart, Director of the Tomorrow's Present Youth Leadership Project in Milwaukee, presented two workshops based on her research and writing on “Transformational Ministry” Many of the ideas in these handouts refer to her book; “Changing Lives: Transformational Ministry and … Continue reading
A Call to Worship
“Your whole life should be an act of worship for your Father. His holy presence calls us into this lifestyle of worship.” Photo by Adam at Camp Medley, New Brunswick Hypnosis To Change Your Life. zp8497586rq
Poem by Jenn
Jenn A. Saskatchewan Waters of Life I am standing in a shower of memories. Moments pouring through my mind. They are playing out before me. Or flashing before my eyes. The feelings swirl together. As they drain out of sight. … Continue reading
Building relationships in a new youth ministry
On Sunday, February 15th, members of St David and St Patrick’s Youthful Group met to make dozens of apple pies to serve at an upcoming outreach dinner in their city. The Youthful Group is a new approach to youth ministry … Continue reading
Breathe Deep (the breath of God)
Awesome slide show to back up an amazing song by Lost Dogs – consider playing this at a youth service, prayer or reflection time at a youth event or as a communion video. Or, just watch and be inspired… … Continue reading
Generation 2008 a Catalytic Moment
Some moments are born of the convergence of the right people, the right place and the right time and the irrepressible presence of the Spirit. That was the catalytic experience of Generation 2008 at Huron University College in June of … Continue reading
Top Resources for Youth Leaders
This brochure was specially produced for us for Generation 2008 by Augsburg Fortress/Anglican Book Centre. In case you lost or didn't get a paper copy, here's all the information in electronic format. Top Resources for Youth Ministry The choices were … Continue reading
Coping with ‘Anxieties’ about Youth Ministry
Is “Getting Results” the Agenda? Changing the Agenda with Contemplative Youth Ministries. One of the things that constantly amazes me in youth ministry is how adults and some clergy in congregations seem afraid of youth’s spiritual experiences. Spiritual encounters are … Continue reading
‘Blue Like Jazz’ offers an invigorating view
review by Michael Messenger 'I never liked jazz music because jazz music doesn't resolve. But sometimes you have to watch somebody love something before you can love it yourself… I used to not like God because God didn't resolve. But … Continue reading
Spiral
This picture, which I did during a silent retreat day, doesn't exactly have any simple pictorial symbolism. I find that art can be meditative and helps clear away excess thoughts. For a half hour it was just me, the pastels, … Continue reading
