Growing souls : experiments in contemplative youth ministry /

Yaconelli, Mark.

Growing souls : experiments in contemplative youth ministry / Mark Yaconelli. - El Cajon, CA : Grand Rapids, MI : Youth Specialties ; Zondervan, c2007. - 286 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Introduction: ministry as unceasing prayer -- The project -- Listening for crickets -- Becoming a spiritual guide : formation in contemplative youth ministry -- The journey of the beloved : a theology of youth ministry / by Michael Hryniuk -- The youth ministry and spirituality project charter : a summary of the principles of contemplative youth ministry -- Images of prayer and presence -- The upper room : Sabbath in youth ministry / by Mark Yaconelli -- The beloved community : covenant community in youth ministry/ by Doug Frank -- Creating space to listen for God's call : discernment in youth ministry / by Kathleen A. Cahalan -- Mission projects, prayer retreats, or bowling nights : practicing authentic action with young people / by Frank Rogers, Jr -- Testimonies -- Learning to listen to God : a conversation with YMSP youth workers -- Seeking a life of love : a conversation with YMSP youth -- Conclusion: just show up.

0310273285 (hardcover)

2006032524


Church work with teenagers.
Church work with youth.
Contemplation.

BV4447 / .Y325 2007

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