“Don’t Judge Me!”. . . Some Thoughts From Youth Workers. . .
“Students clamor for ‘safe spaces.’ Protesters smash windows and political leaders insist on saying that it’s important to hear their ‘voices.’ Parents speak of children’s behavior as ‘unhealthy,’ avoiding moral terms. We tend to think of these as recent developments,…
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Parent Ministry. . . A Helpful Monthly Resource. . .
It’s no secret that ministry to parents is one of our passions here at CPYU. And, we love resourcing youth workers in ways that help them encourage and equip parents for the high and noble calling of nurturing their teenagers…
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Covid Numb. . . A Student-Made Short Film. . .
What have our kids been experiencing over the course of the last 12 months? What has it felt like to grow up in a Covid-infected world where our everyday routines have changed? A member of our current CPYU Faith and…
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Using Super Bowl Ads As A Ministry Opportunity. . . A Free Download. . .
Does marketing work? You bet! If it didn’t work, then why are companies willing to fork out $5.5 million for a 30-second commercial spot during this year’s Super Bowl? If you’re one of those parents or youth workers who plan…
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Youth Ministry Thoughts From Screech. . .
Last night a sad message rippled through the nine-member text thread we have with our adult children and their spouses. A gif featuring a loop of that oh-so-familiar expression from “Saved By The Bell’s” Screech, as he stood in front…
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Transgenderism: The Reshaping Of Reality In Our Culture – A Livestreamed Event
From time to time we pass on to you recommendations regarding resources that address cultural issues from a Christian perspective. This morning I received word regarding a free event that’s being live-streamed this evening from 7pm to 9m eastern time.…
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The Masturbation Question. . . Living Into God’s Design. . .
Yes, we want our kids to ask questions about God’s good gift of sex, gender, and sexuality. We might not be well-prepared to answer their questions, but as many parents have said to me, “It’s easier for my kids to…
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A Prayer For Ourselves And Our Kids In These Confusing Times. . .
Lord, keep us from sliding with or without thought into the path of spiritual suicide. . . the easy contemporary path where we deconstruct your timeless and unchanging Word. . . both your Word Incarnate and written. . . through…
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Youth Workers Weigh In On Celebrity Culture. . . Some Excellent Thoughts! . . .
Wisdom. More wisdom. That’s what I’ve been reading from a group of youth workers who have joined together to form our first-ever CPYU Faith and Culture Learning Cohort. Our little band of 16 from across North America began meeting virtually…
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A Prayer For The President Of The United States. . .
On this Inauguration Day, I thought I would share this prayer from Peter Marshall. First prayed in 1947, this prayer from the late Chaplain of the U.S. Senate has been prayed over the years for multiple Presidents. Today, we pray…
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Helping Kids Navigate The Identity Issue. . .
Do you know what the gnawing questions are that your students are asking about their identity? And, if you know the questions, are you equipped to guide them into understanding biblically-based answers to those questions? Two of the most pressing…
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Navigating This Confusing and Broken World. . .
If you’ve ever broken down on a boat, it can be terrifying. I have. A few times. With the power gone and the rudder rendered helpless you, your vessel, and any passengers on board are now at the mercy of…
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