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How to Teach Kids Theology by Sam Luce and Hunter Williams takes the deep truths of the Christian faith and gives practical, actionable direction for sharing them with children. What comes to mind when you think about teaching theological truths to children? Glazed eyes? Over-their-head...

The Church today does not expect what it ought to from children and their parents, and this can be attributed in large part to a flawed concept of youth ministry. This need not and should not be so. This essay discusses the reasons behind the problem and proposes some biblical solutions.

Millennials. It seems the very mention of the word draws equally passionate—and polarized—responses from society members of all ages. With labels such as "The Unreachable Generation," "The Me Me Me Generation," and "The Worst Generation," it is no wonder that our young people are the most notorious this world has ever seen. But beneath the surface, crises linger which drive an individual to wonder what is really going on within the minds of our youth.

In the past few decades, the church has experienced rapid and distressing change. Hard-working pastors and leaders often know they need to embrace diversity, creatively engage younger generations, and equip their people to love their neighbors. But since they don't know how to make the changes needed, they feel stuck and wonder, "What do I do now? For these dedicated yet drained church leaders, this research-informed resource from the team at the Fuller Youth Institute offers a clear roadmap to faithfully and effectively navigate change that will revitalize your church.

In Less Like Hippos...More Like Honey Bees, Dave Coryell shares a fresh approach to youth mentorship, calling for a shift from passive consumers to active contributors.

Shows teens how living for Jesus makes a genuine difference—even in the midst of personal challenges and global uncertainty. Being a teenager has always been complicated. And these days, it’s even more so; mental-health struggles, social upheaval, climate issues, the rise of AI, wars, and...

In today’s fast-paced, pressure-filled world, many young people feel misunderstood, uninformed, and overlooked. Too often, they are taught how to blend in—but rarely are they shown how to stand out with character, confidence, and purpose.

As both a pastor and a parent, Cameron S. Shaffer is alarmed by the mass exodus of young people from the church over the past couple decades. The rise of the Nones and exvangelicals is clear evidence that our current children's and youth ministry practices are ineffective and must change if we want to stem the tide of dechurching. Whatever we're doing now is not creating lifelong disciples.

In the Exchange Zone, there are several events that will take place. First, an incoming runner who is responsible makes a safe handoff to their teammate. Then, the outgoing runner begins to accelerate, receives the baton, and proceeds toward the next exchange zone to hand off the baton. This is how history works. Despite all the advances in technology, science, and medicine, the one constant that should have been handed off to the next generation is teaching their children and their children's children about who God is, love, and relationships.

In a world where young people are increasingly disconnected from traditional religious institutions and influenced by social media, Faithful Futures offers church leaders a lifeline: practical, research-based tools to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha in meaningful conversations about faith. This book provides actionable strategies that build trust and foster belonging in today's rapidly changing cultural landscape.

Teenagers and Mental Health imparts gospel hope and guidance for churches and youth leaders ministering to teens with mental health struggles and their families. Anyone who has regular interaction with teenagers can tell you that there has been an increase in the number of students struggling...

Too many teens drift away from the Faith after youth group ends. This honest guide shows how to change that by forming real disciples through personal relationships and small groups, not just programs. Learn how to build trust, involve parents and the parish, and create an environment where young people grow in faith for life. A clear, practical plan for helping the next generation stay rooted in Christ.

The beginning of understanding who we are is knowing who God is. Author Alena Franklin is close enough to her teen years to remember what it is like to ask the question, “Who am I?” From joining friend groups to figuring out what to do after high school and even declaring what career path to...

In Next Level Kidmin, veteran children's pastor David Reneau offers a comprehensive, time-tested, step-by-step guide to the essential skills you need to transform your ministry. Drawing on over 18 years of hands-on experience, David provides a practical roadmap designed to equip new children's pastors who are ready to move beyond the fundamentals, and offer fresh, strategic insights for seasoned leaders.

The Jesus Climb crafts George Mallory's quest to climb the world's tallest mountain into a parable illustrating how Jesus trained his first students to summit the world's greatest commandment. Like Mallory peering too low on the horizon to see Everest's peak towering above him, the lack of Christlikeness in modern Christianity stems from our inability to imagine the impossible heights to which Jesus calls us.

The pressure of being a teenager can be overwhelming. School, sports, jobs, and relationships all press in at the same time. But the hardest thing can be feeling alone, that you have no one to share your most difficult problems with. In The Jesus I Wish I Knew in High School, thirty authors from...

Today's youth face immense challenges, and their role within church communities is often undervalued. Don't Despise Our Youth by David A. Washington offers a powerful call to action to transform youth ministry into a platform where young people are empowered to lead, thrive, and serve alongside their church.

In this life-changing audiobook, author and pastor Steven Furtick shares six mindsets that will help you get from who you are today to where God is taking you. Featuring an ensemble performance by Steven Furtick and his children—Elijah, Graham, and Abbey—this author-read audiobook speaks...

Do you feel overwhelmed with the logistics of starting or sustaining a youth ministry? What about the tricky theological questions that keep you and your fellow youth workers on your toes? It’s a lot—especially for what is usually an “all-volunteer army.” Help is here! Veteran youth...

The only effective way to share the Gospel with teenagers is to also share our lives with them. Youth ministry happens when adults (like you) humble themselves to love and serve young people, just as Jesus did. Sharing the Gospel with Our Lives is an inspiring, informative, and empowering resource for your ministry with Catholic teens. This is the book that helps you realize that Catholic youth ministry is more than putting a meeting together or teaching a class; it's about getting to know teens and sharing Jesus with them.