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What we do

Four programs,
one problem.

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Month of PrayerNational, every November
PipelineTwo-year formation
Leaders’ CohortsPeer supervision
ResidentialLive-in intensive

Pray·Promote·Provide

Resources

Resources and writing for youth ministry.

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Why Youth Ministry Needs Well-Trained LeadersYouth ministry demands serious, well-trained leaders, not just pizza nights. Robust youth leadership, theological formation and targeted church resources are essential for resilient youth ministries and faithful long-term formation.Articles
Social Media, Youth Mental Illness and Counter-CommunityDiscover key insights from Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation, exploring how social media contributes to the rising anxiety in Gen Z and what parents, leaders, and policymakers can do to address it.Articles
Insights from the Soul Survivor ReviewThe Independent Review of Soul Survivor (UK) reveals serious accountability issues in youth ministry, emphasising the need for formal oversight and third-party accountability in leadership.Articles
Youth Ministry: Where are we at in 2024?Youth ministry in 2024 faces systemic challenges with part-time, undertrained roles stifling growth—investing in full-time, well-equipped leaders is crucial to transforming its future.Articles

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