Another paper that grabbed my attention and actually intrigued me to read a book that had previously been suggested to me raised the question of whether we can apply a cross cultural approach to evangelism used in East Africa to reach the students of America today. The paper “Mission Impossible? Applying insights from Africa to…
The next several posts will be clips from papers presented at the conference I am attending at the moment. Much of it is academic, presented by professors who teach youth ministry or related subjects. I am only posting what caught my attention and not entire articles. If any intrigue you enough to want to read…
Why I hope to be in Atlanta briefly this summer with my own teenagers… HERE
Now I’m a junior in college. I can’t say I go to church or even really know what I believe when it comes to my faith. Sometimes I crack open my Bible and read a few pages, in hopes of finding an answer to some question in life, but it’s pretty rare. Every once in…
Would anyone be offended if I said that this image causes me to want to reach for a bucket? (it triggers a gag reflex)
A few clips from the book… What I did not anticipate was having to give a defense of why I was defending the faith. “You can’t argue anybody into the kingdom.” “Apologetics only caters to pride, you know.” “Conversion is not about the intellect; it is all about the heart.” As the litany of questions…
Interesting to see what the youth ministry is about at this church. Worth checking out.
Walt Mueller posted an excellent piece on CPYU’s website… Walking through the mall with my wife can be dangerous. This time, her elbow in my side—accompanied by the admonition to “keep walking and looking straight ahead”—was justified. Lisa’s move into the preventive mode was almost reflexive. Like most good wives, her reflex was rooted in…
Now, don’t go thinking that I am suggesting this is a comment about your ministry… CPYU: As you reflect on your church youth group experience, what are some things you wish your youth group would have done more of to prepare you for college? Gabrielle: I was in several youth groups in high school and…
Al Simpson, State Board of Education Chairman, presented E’Lane Rutherford with an award for her exceptional volunteer service to the Georgetown County School District. Rutherford was one of 30 outstanding volunteers who received the prestigious honor at a ceremony Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Columbia. The Volunteer Awards honor significant contributions made by four categories of…