Articles and Readings

A sermon by YMI founder, the Rev. Harold E. Masback, III. Focal scripture: Exodus 24:12-18 and Matthew 17:1-9.

A sermon by YMI founder, the Rev. Harold E. Masback, III. Focal scriptures: Psalm 63:1-8 and Luke 5:17-26.

A sermon by FYI founder, the Rev. Harold E. Masback, III. Focal scriptures: Genesis 2:15-18, John 17:20-23, and 1 Corinthians 12:14-27.

Building an Ark Together: Faith as a Family Way of Life

A sermon by YMI founder, the Rev. Harold E. Masback, III. Focal scriptures: Genesis 6:11-6:17; 8:20-21; 9:8-13, and Matthew 26:26-29.

COVID Resources

A collection of articles and resources to support youth and families curing the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Outreach, Service and Trips

Articles and readings on the benefits of outreach, service and trip experiences for youth.

Youth Wisdom: Pointing Towards Joy and Flourishing

An essay by Mary Elizabeth Moore and Yara Gonzalez-Justiniano on the wisdom of youth from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

Time for Joy: Gritty Sabbath Rest with Adolescents

An essay by David Rahn and Ebonie Davis on sabbath and adolescents from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

Praise: Being Transformed in Joy

An essay by David Ford and Chris Russell on praise and joy from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

“Holding Lightly”: Cultivating Playfulness in Youth

An essay by Courtney Goto and Lakisha Lockhart on the importance of playfulness for adolescents from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

Narratives of the Soul: Memories of Joy in Black Life

An essay by Anne Streaty Wimberly and Almeda M. Wright on memory and joy from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

Mentoring Youth for Joy in Anxious Times

An essay by Allan Hugh Cole, Jr. and Philip Browning Helsel on anxiety and adolescents from the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

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