An essay by Miriam Yvette Acevedo and Mark R. Gornik as part of the Joy and Adolescent Faith and Flourishing project.

Articles and resources on the best approaches, tools, and frameworks to use when leading adolescents in Bible study.

Articles and resources on the importance of prayer and spiritual practices as habits that orient us towards God.

Articles and resources on the importance of pastoral care to youth and their families as part of a robust youth ministry.

Articles and resources on the spiritual practice of discernment and the importance of encouraging a sense of vocation in adolescents.

Articles and resources on the place of youth ministry within the wider congregation.

Articles and resources on the importance of worship for youth.

Articles and resources on the benefits and importance of providing leadership opportunities to students and empowering young people to take ownership of their youth programs.

Articles and resources on creating an environment where youth can develop trusted relationships with peers and adults, and the value of nurturing communities.

Articles and resources on building and sustaining thriving youth ministries.

This reading is a segment by Almeda M. Wright and Nyle Fort from "Joy: A Guide for Youth Ministry".

This reading is a segment by Michal Beth Dinkler from "Joy: A Guide for Youth Ministry".