This insightful article takes a look at the situation occurring with the ‘Nones’- those claiming to be religiously unaffiliated in the U.S. They are the largest and fastest growing religious group in America, and it is crucial for…
This excellent article by Chad Townsley examines the age-old question, “For whom does youth ministry exist—those who are members of the church, or those who are outside of the church?”
In this fabulous article, Josh Cousineau explores the connection between our affections and disciple making. So often, the Jesus we preach is more like a coach or a guidance counselor, and we fail to present the fullness of…
Rooted steering committee member, Josh Cousineau, authored this article on the Gospel Coalition blog. Josh will be leading a workshop at the Gospel Coalition Conference in April about Gospel-centered youth ministry. Rooted will have a booth at this…
Richard Ross of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary offered this insightful and valuable article at www.christianpost.com. Here is an excerpt with a link to this pivotal issue in the landscape of American Christianity: Youth ministry researcher Chap Clark says,…
Dave Hinkley serves as Director of Children and Youth Ministry at University Reformed Church in East Lansing, MI. He wrote this insightful article at the Gospel Coaltion blog with four valuable pieces of advice for youth pastors. (We…
Rooted contributor, Cameron Cole, recently posted this piece on the Mockingbird Blog (an absolute slam dunk gem of a blog for pop culture examples of the Gospel) offering insight into the orphaned teenage soul via the movie, Hugo….
The Gospel Coalition has just run a fantastic series contributing to the ongoing debate surrounding the effectiveness and biblical basis for short-term mission trips. As youth groups everywhere spend their summers on trip after trip, often the crux…
Check out this piece from Christianity Today about the shifting trend in youth ministry toward an increased desire for apologetics.
