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Deism: The Natural Flow Of Western Christians, Steve Case
Deism: The Natural Flow Of Western Christians, Steve Case
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
The Need For A Grounded Faith And A Transcendent Sky: Philosophy As A Tool For Youth And Young Adult Ministry, Amalia Goulbourne
The Need For A Grounded Faith And A Transcendent Sky: Philosophy As A Tool For Youth And Young Adult Ministry, Amalia Goulbourne
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Many youth and young adults lack a deeply spiritual faith in a church that focuses on moral goodness, institutional commitment, and a belief in transcendence from a secular world. They ask questions about their identity, purpose, and belonging. Philosophy provides a stable framework for youth and young adults to learn how to engage in questioning, grow a deeply rooted faith from which to live life, learn the history of past and present philosophies, and explore the limits of a secular worldview.
The Missing Culture: A Look Into Intentionally Intergenerational Church Culture In Light Of Youth In The Current Generational Cultures Of The United States, Jason Canfield
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
As the church wrestles with reaching and retaining the youth and young adults of today, should the focus be on entertaining their interests or disciplining them? If the goal is discipleship, then an understanding of the generations and how bringing them intentionally together (intergenerational) as a core value of the church culture should be explored. Recognizing each generation’s unique culture and preferences and how those differences can make us stronger together as a united body of Christ is the aim of this article.
Losing My Religion: Young Adults And The Impact And Implications Of Secularism On Their Religion, Lyle Notice
Losing My Religion: Young Adults And The Impact And Implications Of Secularism On Their Religion, Lyle Notice
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Young adults in North America are less religious and consider themselves unaffiliated with organized religion. There is a stark difference between Millennials and Baby Boomers within the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church when it comes to religious beliefs, behavior, and affiliation. The older generation is holding on to religious beliefs while Millennials slowly and quietly drift away from the church and religious ideology. As Millennials move away from religious institutions and take on more secular ideology, it would appear that there are specific reasons for the mass exodus of young adults from church. This paper seeks to discuss the challenges facing …
Culture And Its Influence In A Modern World: First Approach, Bosco Vanega Flores
Culture And Its Influence In A Modern World: First Approach, Bosco Vanega Flores
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Culture is a pervasive aspect within our societies, often overlooked or under-estimated. This paper endeavors to initiate a preliminary exploration of this subject matter, highlighting its relevance. By doing so, it aims to facilitate a deeper comprehension of cultural dynamics and their implications. Additionally, it seeks to underscore the significance of leveraging cultural insights as a means to engage with youth effectively, comprehend their milieu, and offer meaningful assistance within the cultural milieu they navigate.
Emotions And Human Flourishing, Kayla Goodman
Emotions And Human Flourishing, Kayla Goodman
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
This paper addresses the intricate relationship between emotions and human flourishing, aiming to provide a more structured understanding of how emotional experiences shape and contribute to overall well-being. This is a vital tool in working with youth and young adults because it addresses a key element of this life stage. Emotions are integral aspects of the human experience and influence how people act as well as the extent of which emotional connection and vulnerability can be shared with each other. This also shapes the community experience of doing life with others.
The New Orphan? Ministry In K-12 Public Schools, Nelson Silva
The New Orphan? Ministry In K-12 Public Schools, Nelson Silva
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
As churches struggle with identity and declining members in an increasingly hyper-individualistic and pluralistic society, mission must be carefully reconsidered to bring about adaptive change. Public schools position themselves as a natural place to mingle with the people of the community. However, many churches’ missiological posture of attraction rather than immersion, in addition to the misinterpretation of how church and state should relate, keeps ministry away from the heart of the community. The 180° Symposium in 2017 identified “The New Orphan” as Youth Sabbath School. This metaphor now applies to elementary and secondary public schools. The Seventh-day Adventist Church has …
The Efficacy Of A Culturally Sensitive Apologetic On University Campuses, Darrel Lindensmith
The Efficacy Of A Culturally Sensitive Apologetic On University Campuses, Darrel Lindensmith
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
The secular shift in modern culture calls for a corresponding communication of the Gospel to university students. Many young adults have shifted from an underlining assumption of Biblical theism toward naturalistic narratives. This calls us to address the epistemology of that scientism by looking deeper at its own assumptions if we are to help students meet the reality of God in their lives. Students on college and university campuses normally do not have knowledge or ready access to professional research highlighting evidence of intelligent design in biology and cosmology, nor evidence of God in prophecy and the resurrection of Christ. …
Are You Real? An Introduction To Church Brand Authenticity, Grace Ma
Are You Real? An Introduction To Church Brand Authenticity, Grace Ma
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
In recent years, authenticity has become a top quality that decides customer preferences and brand loyalty. It is also an essential value in the Bible, and the church is called to stay authentic. This interdisciplinary paper introduces the areas to build brand authenticity of the church and finds current challenges within the church through the lens of brand authenticity.
The Three Angels’ Messages And The Seventh-Day Sabbath: Antidotes To The 1844 Theological Divide Of Neo-Darwinism, Karl Marx, And Frederick Nietzsche, Ron Reece
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
The “Great Disappointment” of October 22, 1844, left a group of believers wondering what did happen in 1844. This seminal time period in world history was also defined by the scientific and philosophical ideas of Charles Darwin, Karl Marx, and Frederick Nietzsche that challenged God’s grace and redemption at (1) creation; (2) Mt. Sinai; and (3) Calvary. The Three Angels’ Messages and the seventh-day Sabbath are Christ’s antidote to awaken humanity from this confused and deceived state of reality. They also address the secular philosophies of Neo-Darwinism, Marx, and Nietzsche. Seventh-day Adventists need to embrace a new understanding of 1844 …
Secular Sunset And Spiritual Sunrise: The Rise And Demise Of Secularism And The Rise Of The Spiritual, Steve Case
Secular Sunset And Spiritual Sunrise: The Rise And Demise Of Secularism And The Rise Of The Spiritual, Steve Case
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Christians too often seem worried, overwhelmed, or defeated by secularism and its influence. Because of the reality of God and his actions, secularism is destined to die. Already it has shown indications of losing its grip and sometimes being irrelevant, as evidenced by pendulum swings, life changes, and even imploding on itself. Instead of maintaining a narrow gaze on the secular, focus on the realities of the transcendent God who continues to be present and active in this world. Reaffirm God’s sovereignty, as evidenced in Scripture and more recently, including our own day. Proclaim and join Christ’s kingdom that is …
Who Cares? Ministering To (And With) Young People In A Secular World
Who Cares? Ministering To (And With) Young People In A Secular World
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Faith Deconstruction: The Challenge Of Answering The Questions Affecting The Faith Of Young People, Rogelio Paquini
Faith Deconstruction: The Challenge Of Answering The Questions Affecting The Faith Of Young People, Rogelio Paquini
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
A significant trend, faith deconstruction, has recently been popularized among young believers affecting youth ministry. This occurrence has gained noteworthy attention as many young Christians, including Adventist and non-Adventist individuals, have begun questioning and deconstructing their faith. Pastors across various denominations have responded by preaching sermon series dedicated to faith deconstruction. As the sources of information on religious beliefs become more diverse, faith deconstruction challenges traditional conceptions of faith formation and spiritual development. Many young Christians, influenced by countless factors, including access to information, changing societal values, and exposure to diverse perspectives, are grappling with doubt and seeking to reconcile …
Faith Formation And Discipling For Metamoderns, Kenley Hall
Faith Formation And Discipling For Metamoderns, Kenley Hall
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
What does the future of faith formation and discipling look like for “Metamoderns” with their cultural logic of toggling, which presents both a challenge and opportunity to the corporate and the local church? The unique cultural logic of Metamodernism has the potential not to weaken faith but rather create a deeper faith than that seen in previous generations and will suggest how the church can create a space for that faith to develop. Metamodernistic spirituality is still in its nascent formation. Depending on how the church, corporately and locally, responds on both levels will either lead Metamoderns into a deeper …
Overview, Steve Case
Overview, Steve Case
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Introduction To The Journal Of Adventist Youth & Young Adult Ministries, Tracy Wood
Introduction To The Journal Of Adventist Youth & Young Adult Ministries, Tracy Wood
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
A Vision For End Time Youth Ministries, Ricardo V. Bain
A Vision For End Time Youth Ministries, Ricardo V. Bain
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
God has entrusted Seventh-day Adventists with a special task of encircling the world with relevant streams of light, from the Bible, to prepare all people, everywhere on this planet, for his return. This means all people are to be solicited with our end-time message. Present truth is always particularly pertinent at a given time and place. Including youth in extracting and expressing present truth is critical to propelling it. This paper is a plea to re-vision and envision what transformative ministry to and with youth could look like in the time of the end.
Immigration Ministry Implications Of Hallyu: Exploration Of The Potential Impact Of South Korean Popular Cultural Flow On Ministry By And To Immigrants, David Kim
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
The phenomenon of Hallyu—Korean popular culture—is globally extensive in its influence and reception. Hallyu has transformed how South Koreans and Korean American immigrants perceive their identity and cultural esteem. Coupled with the Korean American immigrant church’s central role in establishing and growing its communities, Hallyu conditions present an opportunity to impact the immigrant ministry in North America. This study suggests that Hallyu lowers barriers to cross-cultural engagement and connection which can positively impact ministry conducted by immigrants and to immigrants.
The Next Big Thing: What's Coming Next In Youth Ministry
The Next Big Thing: What's Coming Next In Youth Ministry
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Neither Jew Nor Greek: Ethnocentrism Vs. Interculturalism And The Future Of The Adventist Church, Lyle Notice
Neither Jew Nor Greek: Ethnocentrism Vs. Interculturalism And The Future Of The Adventist Church, Lyle Notice
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
The Adventist Church is one of the most ethnically diverse churches within North America, but with its continued diversity explosion, many churches are segregated by racial lines and ethnicity. With the rise of immigration, what will the future of the Adventist church in North America look like? Will new ethnic immigrants assimilate into white churches? Will Seventh-day Adventist churches eventually become ethnic enclaves that continue to create racialized silos? Is the Adventist church becoming more ethnocentric? How do we foster more intercultural churches?
Craving Community, Kayla Goodman
Craving Community, Kayla Goodman
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Working with youth and young adults is a constantly shifting ministry that dynamically develops in different ways to be relevant for young people. Because of these many changes, those older must intentionally engage younger generations in order to experience the fullness of community. Caring provides the Godly model to include all, but it requires work, including spiritual work of purposeful inclusion, new perspectives, shared ideas, mutual respect, and support. While these are vital for including young people in a community, they are just as necessary for other ages as well. It turns out that all people crave community.
The Theology Of The Book Of Judges In The Second Generation: Giving Up Is Not An Option!, Juan Bosco Vanega Flores
The Theology Of The Book Of Judges In The Second Generation: Giving Up Is Not An Option!, Juan Bosco Vanega Flores
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
The tension between the first and second generation of immigrants in our churches is increasing. The large gap that should be closing continues to open. The Bible contains important biblical principles that leaders of the Church can use to help close the gap between the generations in immigrant churches.
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Practitioners, David Kim
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Practitioners, David Kim
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
David Kim, chair; Tamara Bennet, Steve Case, Isaac Catambatam, Khai Kahi Cin, Elliott, Alfred Kilembe, Mary Kobimbo, Nahum Mendez, Jiwan Moon, Althea Truman, and Say Pazaw Wah (Zoom attendee).
Book Review: Embracing The New Samaria Opening Our Eyes To Our Multicultural Future, By Alejandro Mandes, Nelson Silva
Book Review: Embracing The New Samaria Opening Our Eyes To Our Multicultural Future, By Alejandro Mandes, Nelson Silva
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Young Adult Ministry Now: A Growing Young Guide, By Steven Argue, Eden Samaniego
Book Review: Young Adult Ministry Now: A Growing Young Guide, By Steven Argue, Eden Samaniego
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Intergenerational Christian Formation, 2nd Edition: Bringing The Whole Church Together In Ministry, Community, And Worship, By Holly Catterton Allen, Christine Lawton, And Cory L. Seibel, Steve Case
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
The Power Of The Story, Rogelio Paquini
The Power Of The Story, Rogelio Paquini
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
When most people ignore the story of Scripture, there needs to be a different approach to reach them for Jesus regarding knowledge of the biblical narrative. The evangelistic system to reach this generation needs to change. The Next BIG Thing in youth ministry is returning to the power of storytelling. To reach this generation it is imperative to practice storytelling, especially the story of the Bible. Our identity as Seventh-day Adventists depends on the strength of our story in connection with prophetic and historical narratives. We get to tell a story of hope, not of disappointment; a story of cooperation …
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Academicians, Rogelio Paquini, Scott R. Ward, Kristina Freed
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Academicians, Rogelio Paquini, Scott R. Ward, Kristina Freed
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.
Discipling Young People According To The Shema, Scott R. Ward
Discipling Young People According To The Shema, Scott R. Ward
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
If pastors, teachers, and parents can learn to live and teach the gospel in front of and with our young people on a daily basis during their pre-teen and teenage years, our young people will be much more likely to find and embrace a meaningful personal relationship with Jesus before graduating high school (Barna Group 2023; Williams 2017, 22-24). It is imperative that we do all we can to help our young people develop their own personal relationship with Jesus before they enter the collegiate/young adult developmental stage where they frequently leave home—which often also means leaving their home church …
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Administrators, Tracy Wood, Lyle Notice, Ron Whitehead, Stephen Yeagley
180° Symposium 2024 Focus Group—Administrators, Tracy Wood, Lyle Notice, Ron Whitehead, Stephen Yeagley
Journal of Adventist Youth and Young Adult Ministries
No abstract provided.