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Faith Forming Easter Basket Ideas for Teens?
What faith-forming resources would you add to an Easter basket for teenage girls?
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December 21, 2020
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Youth Ministry - a Season of Hope
I pray these resources will give you hope and encouragement as we follow Jesus in our calling as a people passionate about ministry to teens and emerging adults.
September 21, 2020
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The Kids Are Not Fine: Engaging the Pandemic Generation
Tweens, teens, and emerging adults are struggling during COVID-19. Here are some ways your church can help.
August 10, 2020
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Taking a Mulligan: Youth Ministry in Fall 2020
The circumstances of 2020 have gifted us with an opportunity to learn from what we have done and apply those key takeaways as we set up for our “next shot.”
June 19, 2020
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Youth Ministry and Partial Reopening
Here are resources to help Youth Ministry leaders navigate partial reopening, in all stages between "total lockdown" and "total reopening" of physical buildings.
May 13, 2020
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Missing my Starbucks Coffee and...Community
A pastor I spoke with recently shared, “During this time of COVID, I believe the elderly will bounce back. They are resilient in their faith. I am not so sure, however, about our youth."
April 1, 2020
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COVID-19 and Youth Ministry
Helpful resource links for youth leaders and others who minister to teens during the coronavirus pandemic.
January 8, 2020
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Exilic Faith in a Babylonian World (Part 2)
The book "Faith for Exiles" has been an interesting read. In what ways are you experiencing exilic faith in this digital Babylon world?
November 18, 2019
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Exilic Faith in a Babylonian World (Part 1)
I've been wondering if the church has defaulted to expecting too little of Christian believers. What if Christian youth are more willing to be challenged than the church is willing to challenge them?
October 1, 2019
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Who Are You Raising Up to Take Over Your Church 10 Years From Now?
Through this regional, Midwest-based learning experience, we wish to come alongside your congregation to help you unlock key strategies for growing young.
September 5, 2019
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Hungry for the God Story
This month’s Youth Ministry newsletter looks at the power of story. Check it out and add your story!
August 1, 2019
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3 Easy Ways to Impact a Middle Schooler’s Identity and Faith
If you're looking for ways to encourage a middle schooler as a spiritual mentor and friend, check out this article.
May 2, 2019
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Youth Ministry and Youth Leadership Workshops at Inspire 2019
Make sure you don’t miss out on these workshops being offered by the Faith Formation Ministries (FFM) team at Inspire 2019.
April 10, 2019
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Meaningful Ways to Send off This Year’s Grads
Many of our senior high school students are getting ready to celebrate graduation! So how do we as a supporting church community celebrate with them? Here are a few ways I've seen churches do this well.
March 28, 2019
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Materials on Election/Predestination
Help, I’m a youth leader and am feeling inadequate regarding explaining election/predestination. Any materials you'd recommend?
November 29, 2018
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New Reformed Discipleship Manual for Teens, Adults, and New Believers
Come and See. . .Our World Belongs to God is a discipleship manual that has taken the Contemporary Testimony Our World Belongs to God and divided the 58 paragraphs into 25 chapters.
October 25, 2018
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Ron and Syd Talk About Soul Care
In this video, Syd Hielema and Ron deVries of Faith Formation Ministries spend some time looking at the why’s and how’s of experiencing true 'soul care' in our lives.
October 2, 2018
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October Is the New September
What have you found vital to kicking off your season, whether in September or October?
August 24, 2018
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Coaching Corner: The Challenges of Staffing a Congregation Wisely
When the youth pastor at Gateway CRC in Abbotsford left, the congregation wasn't sure what the best succession plan was. Here's how they moved forward.
May 8, 2018
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May Youth Ministry Newsletter - Intergenerational Style!
A big part of a healthy youth ministry takes place within intergenerational moments. Within this month's newsletter, you will find a story and resources to help us see those moments come alive.
May 1, 2018
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Rave Reviews for New Catechism Study
Looking for something new for youth group or catechism class? The Big Question is getting rave reviews! This informal four-session exploration of Q&A 1 is easy to lead and offers lots of activity options to choose from.
March 8, 2018
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March 2018 CRCNA Youth Ministry Newsletter
In a world where 20 second sound bytes are the norm, I find it refreshing when I receive a document which tells a short, relevant youth ministry story. Check out the March 2018 edition of the CRCNA Youth Ministry newsletter below!
February 27, 2018
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Why Do My Kids Like Bad Music?
Exploring an unknown artist, song, genre, or topic can be intimidating. So here are four questions that can be asked of any song to help get the conversation started.
January 16, 2018
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How Faith Grows in Children and Teens
Faith is mysterious. No matter what we do in church or at home, we can’t make faith happen. But, like a farmer, there’s much we can do to till the “soil” that faith grows in.
January 10, 2018
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Spiritual Characteristics of Children and Teens
This helpful brochure from Faith Formation Ministries explores how children and teens of different ages experience God and grow in faith. A great resource for pastors, youth workers, teachers, and parents.