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Ministering To Youth And Young Adults Through A Sports Initiative In The Normandie Avenue Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Michael S. Jenkins Jr.

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The Normandie Avenue Seventh-day Adventist church is centrally located among other nearby Seventh-day Adventist churches in south Los Angeles, California. The presence of youth and young adults in worship services has diminished. Ministry participation among this group at Normandie has also diminished. Adventist and non-Adventist youth and young adults are not being attracted to the church or its ministries. Youth and young adults who do attend worship service and or participate in ministries do not have a strong relationship with the pastor or other spiritual figures. A 2008 study shows the median age of Adventist congregations is 51 while …

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Summer 2018), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Summer 2018 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Summer 2015), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Summer 2015 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Fall 2013), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Fall 2013 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Summer 2013), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Summer 2013 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Spring 2013), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Spring 2013 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Spring 2012), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Spring 2012 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Fall 2011), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Fall 2011 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

2010 Lynn University Men's Soccer Media Guide, Lynn University Athletics

Athletics Media Guides

The 2010 Lynn University Men's Soccer Media Guide is a product of the Lynn University Sports Information Office.

The Eagleville Times,Volume 6 , Issue 23, Debbie Ryan

Eagleville Times

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The Eagleville Times,Volume 6, Issue 20, Debbie Ryan

Eagleville Times

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Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Summer 2008 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Fall 2007 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Spring 2007 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The Express: March 23, 2007, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2006-2007 (Volume 11)

Ireland: A life-changing experience — Dining commons offers new meal — Students write national cover stories — The drunk leprechaun, or how I spend my Sunday mornings — A look at Airband — Summer honors college 2007 — Satirical comedy takes center stage — A senior’s reflections on TTO — Falcons fly into fifth — Lady Falcons: A family team — The rockin’ restaurant review: Munchie Emporium

The Express: November 10, 2006, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2006-2007 (Volume 11)

The new music: choral ensemble — You say Thanksgiving, they say Tabaski — Dr. Jarvis on campus for book signing — Confessions of a compulsive shopper — Even lunch is difficult in Brick — Life not so sweet for diabetics — Project Angel Tree comes to TUFW — The rockin’ restaurant review: Sakura — The national tournament: a senior’s heartbreak — TUFW athletes receive USCAA honors

The Express: September 30, 2006, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2006-2007 (Volume 11)

Introducing Ramseyer Hall — New faculty in residence life and education department — Clean up the napkin board — Master of Business Administration: the other part of campus — Books, study rooms, live music, and dancing? — Dreher and Stine receive national fiction-writing recognition — A goal of national proportion — Would you skip a meal for soccer? — Returning Players

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Summer 2006 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Sports Ministry In America's One Hundred Largest Churches, Matthew Brian White

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Express: October 28, 2005, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2005-2006 (Volume 10)

Fire damages Schultz Hall, residents evacuate uninjured — WOD week to offer ministry fair — Louisiana Fall Break Trip — SAC Schedule of Events — Dial M for Murder — You have much to learn young freshmen — Not to burst your Taylor bubble… — Taylor students impacted by summer in Mexico — Soccer season concludes — Women’s Volleyball vs. Goshen College — Sports Updates — Running for the Lord

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Fall 2005 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The Express: September 29, 2005, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2005-2006 (Volume 10)

Hensley joins Jenkins and Higgs Among co-authors of new writing book — Christian education provides more career opportunities — By Any Other Name — Film review: Hitch — Witmer Hall basement offers opportunity to create new music — SAC Schedule of Events — It’s all Greek to me — Women’s volleyball steps up program — Home Game Schedules — Alumni Soccer Game — Sports Updates

2005 Lynn University Men's Soccer Media Guide, Lynn University Athletics

Athletics Media Guides

The 2005 Lynn University Men's Soccer Media Guide has been published by the Lynn University Sports Information Office.

The Express: November 18, 2004, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2004-2005 (Volume 9)

Best-selling writer Jerry B. Jenkins speaks at TUFW — Pops ’N’ Pizza — Student speakers share at chapel — Last Things — Guest editorial: Shaken by God — Corrections — Top 5 Random Internet Flash Cartoon Picks — Tattoos stir controversy: is the taboo cultural or biblical? — Readin’, writin’, and rock ’n roll — Hausser living a good experience — Volunteers bring warmth to Taylor — TUFW Gem winners — An introduction to America’s northern neighbor, and Julia — MAC visits Windy City — Students mentor Angel Tree kids — Seldom Scenes: “Meet Joe Black” — Fun Thanksgiving Facts …

The Express: October 21, 2004, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2004-2005 (Volume 9)

Old Lehman Library becomes new CLL — Non-trans attend fun-filled picnic — Women’s ministry hosts first campus conference — Another Endangered Species to Add to the List — Bush is best bet for president again — Vote for Kerry to carry America — TUFW introduces new Bible study format — Seldom Scenes: Return to Me — Justice department reaches out to kids — TSO: a closer, more in-depth look — Falcon soccer — Womens’ volleyball team ready to win tournament

The Express: May 13, 2004, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2003-2004 (Volume 8)

One Life Revolution focuses globally — Did you know that if you are researching a filter-worthy topic such as homosexuality, the library can help?!” — New library, new era — Let’s all agree to disagree — Letter to the editor: passion control — Humorous Quotes for Graduates — The Express Index — Eric Anderson: music’s unsung hero — Important Reminders — Women’s basketball coach resigns — Baseball Info — SAC Open Gym — Room draw causes fierce competition

The Express: February 26, 2004, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2003-2004 (Volume 8)

Dr. Gyertson seeks campus growth — Crane proposes changes for campus — State of the Student Body Address — Phonathon rings in the financial aid — What the press won’t tell you — Student leadership toughens up — International Arts Festival — The Express Index — “The Passion” ignites controversy — Spiritual renewal week: forgiveness — Attendance skyrockets for reopened rec room — Girls just wanna run — Holla, Kevin Woods — Pepsi Pacer Challenge — Soccer team heads indoors

The Express: October 31, 2003, Taylor University Fort Wayne

2003-2004 (Volume 8)

TUFW worships God through service — SAC’s Who’s Line Is It Anyway? — WOW opens doors to missions — Harvest Carnival delivers bigger and better festivities — Grace Notes — The clean benefits of dirty work — The Express Index — Find classy flicks and concerts in FW — Bird’s-eye view of the city — Local coffee houses brew tasty drinks — Montgomery named new basketball coach — Volleyball team hosts national tournament — Soccer: Satisfied with strong season — The Top Ten

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Fall/Winter 2003-2004 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Fort Wayne Alumnus, Taylor University Fort Wayne

TUFW Alumni Publications (All)

The Summer 2003 edition of The Fort Wayne Alumnus, published by Taylor University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana.