Damar Hamlin, the Image of God, and Sitting Shiva Together
In a nonstop culture, this football game has reminded us all about the inherent value and dignity of human life… and it’s worth stopping everything to acknowledge.
Friday Review: Our Favorite Articles of 2022
Alex reflects on what he’s learned after a year of compiling the best articles each week for youth workers and he shares his top ten favorite articles from 2022.
What Should I Read This Year?
So many books. So little time. A handful of YPT’s readers and contributors recommend books to narrow down your reading list for the new year.
Friday Review (12/23/22)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
Christmas… When it’s NOT the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
If we only talk about Christmas joy and happiness then our students who are struggling will miss an important perspective on Christmas… why Jesus was born at all.
YPT Podcast Episode 21: Top Down & Bottom Up Approaches to Ministry (Crispin & Barfield)
Should youth workers prioritize their message preparation or should we become guides who empower students to grow by serving him? Gareth Crispin and Robin Barfield join the YPT Podcast to discuss "top down" and "bottom up" approaches to youth ministry.
Friday Review (12/16/22)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
How Do Christians Interpret Hanukkah
Christians often have questions about Hanukkah: Is it biblical? Should we celebrate it? What’s it mean for us? Here’s a basic overview to help you talk with students about the meaning of Hanukkah.
YPT Podcast Episode 20: Rethinking Family Ministry (Jared Kennedy)
For all the talk about Family Ministry, there’s a remarkable lack of agreement about what it actually encompasses. In this episode, Mike and Jared Kennedy discuss what FM is and how youth workers can minister to the family.
Friday Review (12/9/22)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.