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Youth Camp Meeting Ministry Is Alive And Growing, Benjamin Lundquist
Youth Camp Meeting Ministry Is Alive And Growing, Benjamin Lundquist
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Artists In Christian Expression (Ace), Diane Helbley
Artists In Christian Expression (Ace), Diane Helbley
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Every Man Prays In His Own Language: Worship Through The Art Of Jazz, Tyson Haynes
Every Man Prays In His Own Language: Worship Through The Art Of Jazz, Tyson Haynes
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Inter-Generational Youth Ministry: Youth And Adults Growing Together, Million Marquez
Inter-Generational Youth Ministry: Youth And Adults Growing Together, Million Marquez
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
From Traditional To Relational: Introducing The 4-Fs Paradigm For Postmodern Youth Ministry, Ryan Simpson
From Traditional To Relational: Introducing The 4-Fs Paradigm For Postmodern Youth Ministry, Ryan Simpson
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
We Are Not In Kansas Anymore!, Rogelio Paquini
We Are Not In Kansas Anymore!, Rogelio Paquini
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Adventist Rather Than Emergent, Cindy Tutsch
Adventist Rather Than Emergent, Cindy Tutsch
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Including Developmental Stages In Youth Ministry, Jeroen Tuinstra
Including Developmental Stages In Youth Ministry, Jeroen Tuinstra
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
Relationship Theology In Campus-Based Ministry, Scott Ward
Relationship Theology In Campus-Based Ministry, Scott Ward
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
The School-Based Model, Steve Case
Triangulation: A Biblical Relational Model For Local Church Youth Ministry, Ken W. Veal
Triangulation: A Biblical Relational Model For Local Church Youth Ministry, Ken W. Veal
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
An Incarnational Priesthood: Mentoring, Nurture, Outreach, Martin Weber
An Incarnational Priesthood: Mentoring, Nurture, Outreach, Martin Weber
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
The One Project, Japhet De Oliveira
From Cool To Competent: A New Model For Culturally Responsive Youth Ministry, Steve Yeagley
From Cool To Competent: A New Model For Culturally Responsive Youth Ministry, Steve Yeagley
180 Symposium Publications
No abstract provided.
The New Thing Model, Steve Case
Ivy League Adventism, Alex España
Ivy League Adventism, Alex España
180 Symposium Publications
My role as a college administrator at an Ivy League university provides a unique perspective regarding the experience of Adventist students on campus and the role the Adventist Church can assume at such universities. Data, survey results, and strategies are considered for the Adventist Church to establish itself as a relevant, Christ-centered organization to better target one of the largest spiritually questioning population groups in North America.
Toward Building Resilience As The Best Path To Prevention, Duane Mcbride, Gary Hopkins, Peter Landless, Jeffrey Spady
Toward Building Resilience As The Best Path To Prevention, Duane Mcbride, Gary Hopkins, Peter Landless, Jeffrey Spady
180 Symposium Publications
Substance abuse in the form of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs wreaks havoc in the lives of young and old. The party scene seems to be a given on college campuses. Seventh-day Adventist schools are not immune to these cultural influences. The best method of prevention is resilience. The components that contribute to resilience include a positively involved family, good self esteem, adult supervised after school activities for young people, a sense of community at school, service activities, and faith. By fostering these elements, we can be intentional about making our campuses exception in all areas.
Reach The Mind, Reach The World, Zane Yi
Reach The Mind, Reach The World, Zane Yi
180 Symposium Publications
A vital part of reaching students on campus is to engage and equip them intellectually. Students need resources that help them understand, articulate, and live out their Christian faith in a secular and pluralistic society. These are typically part of the curriculum and also campus options on public campuses. Currently students on Adventist campuses have markedly less exposure and understanding of faith issues in the public square. Here are practical suggestions for both Adventist and non-Adventist campuses in this regard. Of course there are differences, and ministry is important in both contexts. Rather than removing one’s self from the discussion, …
What This Is All About, Steve Case
From Ministry To Movement: The Potential Of Public Campus Ministry, Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
From Ministry To Movement: The Potential Of Public Campus Ministry, Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
180 Symposium Publications
Too many young people have lost their faith on a public university campus. Despite the barrage of sophistry hurled at these young people, only a handful of denominational workers are engaged in ministry to these students. On many secular campuses, ministry to students is virtually non-existent. At best, sound campus ministry efforts are dependent on a few student leaders that graduate all too quickly. Even where student-led groups do exist, they often lack a clear biblical focus and evangelistic mission. A viable and sustainable program of training for ministry to public university students is seriously lacking within the Seventh-day Adventist …
Please Sir, I Want Some More: Intentionally Biblical Community And The Public Campus, Michaela Lawrence
Please Sir, I Want Some More: Intentionally Biblical Community And The Public Campus, Michaela Lawrence
180 Symposium Publications
Students everywhere are crying out for more: more money, more freedom and oftentimes more knowledge. Those of us who lead them must find ways to satisfy that hunger especially when they desire spiritual food. But of course, for every desire there is a challenge. Those attending public universities must contend with the blatant secular nature of their environs—we should get to know those environs. Those attending public colleges don’t have spiritual formation built into their curriculum—we should provide them with meaningful options. And then we should do even more. “Feed my sheep,” Jesus says and he doesn’t tell us to …
Adventists In Non-Adventist Colleges And Universities: Implications For Ministry From A Personal Journey, Paul Buckley
Adventists In Non-Adventist Colleges And Universities: Implications For Ministry From A Personal Journey, Paul Buckley
180 Symposium Publications
Adventist young people who don’t attend Adventist schools often find themselves marginalized in the life of the church. Reasons exist for attending non-Adventist schools. Instead of classifying all tertiary schools outside of the Adventist educational system as public education, a more accurate term would be non-Adventist colleges and universities (NACU). The author shares his personal journey with NACUs and makes suggestions for what churches can and should do to minister to young adults attending school away from home. These include relationship building, networking, introducing expectations quickly, integrating students into church activity, and mentoring. This calls for collegiate focused ministry on …
"Standout" Public School Retreat, Andrea Jakobsons
"Standout" Public School Retreat, Andrea Jakobsons
180 Symposium Publications
Standout is a public high school retreat created by the enrollment team at Andrews University in order to respond to the growing concerns of Adventist youth choosing public schools over Adventist schools. Since the statistics of youth who leave the Seventh-day Adventist church are grim for those who attend public schools, the enrollment team decided to address the issue. The team created a weekend on the campus of Andrews University specifically geared towards public high school students (while including home-schooled youth) in hopes of inspiring Adventist youth to seek a deeper experience with Christ and in turn begin to make …
The Local Church And Public Education: Student Spiritual Care Pre- And Post-Graduation, Ronald H. Whitehead
The Local Church And Public Education: Student Spiritual Care Pre- And Post-Graduation, Ronald H. Whitehead
180 Symposium Publications
Families continue to provide the foundation for the spiritual development of young people. Today adult Adventists in North America are part of the church primarily because of their Adventist roots and relationships. About half grew up as Adventists, and almost an additional third joined because of personal relationships. Both of these often get cast aside when young adults move away to college or graduate school. It’s time to be proactive to identify local churches can will provide a welcoming home atmosphere for young adults in transition. A new system called “Churches of Refuge” (COR) identifies such churches and provides certification, …
Adopting Your Local Public Elementary School, Kevin Becker
Adopting Your Local Public Elementary School, Kevin Becker
180 Symposium Publications
God promised to give Joshua every place he set his foot. It is my belief that most Seventh-day Adventist churches have little or no impact on the community in which they are located. Depending on which statistic you look at, the median age for an Adventist is between 51 and 62. I believe one of our biggest hurdles, “the graying of Adventism,” could become our greatest strength. I believe that if churches would adopt their local public elementary school they would not only increase their impact, but would establish a positive presence in the community that would transform their image …
Facebook Faith: Social Networking In A Faith Based Community, Kirsten Øster-Lundqvist
Facebook Faith: Social Networking In A Faith Based Community, Kirsten Øster-Lundqvist
180 Symposium Publications
Social networking provides a high impact and efficient ministry to the moveable generation. Through social networks such as Facebook, ministry from a pastoral perspective can become more authentic and meaningful. A young person’s digital identity often reflects one’s faith due to increased openness. A minister can engage in a non-hierarchical manner. Prayer and bible study as well as pastoral care through social networking occur as relationships deepen via social networking and making people real. Spiritual and religious views are freely shared, creating sacred spaces in the midst of life practicing a holistic faith identity in a secular community. Contacts can …
The Obama Factor, Timothy Nixon
The Obama Factor, Timothy Nixon
180 Symposium Publications
The candidacy of Barack Obama and historic presidential election revealed some important lessons to us about our country and its future. One of the most interesting elements of his election was the way in which this campaign was able to engage youth and young adults. In the general election Obama won 66% of 18-29 year old voters. Much of his organization and support for youth was done by collegians on college and university campuses around the country. At a time when the Christian church is hemorrhaging 70% of young adults ages 18-22 Obama’s ability to galvanize and win the youth …
Ellen G. White And The Secular Campus, William Cork
Ellen G. White And The Secular Campus, William Cork
180 Symposium Publications
Ellen White’s statements about secular college campuses provide principles that can guide the development of Adventist campus ministry today. Remarks she made in 1891 and 1895 acknowledge the challenges of the secular campus, but also the necessity of a positive witness. Guided by the principles she outlines, Adventist campus ministry will both support students on the secular campus and live out a nonconfrontational ministry of presence in the heart of the university.
When The Canaries Stop Singing, Martin Weber
When The Canaries Stop Singing, Martin Weber
180 Symposium Publications
Concerned about attrition of Adventist students attending secular campuses, we seek ways of inducing them to remain with us—unaware that their departure is due to systemic dysfunction in churches throughout North America. The causative factor of young adult attrition is judgmentalism resulting from a lack of knowing how to love. We have forgotten a core insight into the Great Controversy—that love requires freedom of choice, despite the inevitable risks. Paradoxically, our very concern about safeguarding the spirituality of our young adults generates a judgmental counterfeit of love that drives them away in a spirit of toxic anxiety.
Taskforce Now, Michael J. Stevenson
Taskforce Now, Michael J. Stevenson
180 Symposium Publications
The world is currently wrestling with an economic downturn. As life gets rearranged; plans have to change. The convergence of a sluggish economy, lack of jobs and fewer slots available means that more Adventist young people are out of a job. At the same time the huge needs for leadership, mentoring and global economic mix up, we can seize the moment, employ and deploy hundreds to nurture the needs of thousands through the revival and adaptation of Adventist Collegiate Taskforce (ACT).