By Kris Fernhout | April 4, 2011
Consumerism threatens to be a lethal injection in the veins of adolescent identity formation. In Part 2 of this series, we explore the outcomes of consumer identity and potential youth ministry responses.
By Rhett Smith | February 28, 2011
Becoming Aware
A shovel, a mirror, and a tray.
Recently I stood before a classroom of parents with these rudimentary objects. The shovel, mirror, and tray presented stark contrasts to the technological tools I was trying to help parents view …
By Kris Fernhout | February 28, 2011
There is little doubt that September 11, 2001 has been and will continue to be a defining moment in American history. In the weeks and months following that day, America was presented with a new type of cultural “normalcy”. We …
By Kelly Soifer | January 3, 2011
Teen friendships seem more fragile than ever. Here are some helpful ways parents can help them navigate often-rocky relational waters.
By Steven Johnson | November 1, 2010
The recent documentary Race to Nowhere explores important themes for over-pressured kids and families. Find out more about the film and how you can respond.
By Dan Hodge | July 6, 2010
More from FYI’s Hip Hop scholar on finding God and grace in the midst of Hip Hop music and culture.
By Dan Hodge | June 1, 2010
FYI’s Hip Hop scholar takes us a step toward understanding the core theological beliefs that weave through Hip Hop music and culture.
By Andrew Root | April 5, 2010
Note: This article is an adaptation of chapter three of The Promise of Despair: The Way of the Cross as the Way of the Church
(Nashville: Abingdon, 2010). This excerpt was extracted and edited by Jonathan Davis.
Preface: In conversations …
By Brad M. Griffin | October 1, 2009
Youth workers and parents alike often scratch their heads in bewilderment when it comes to addressing gaming in the lives of boys we know. Check out these research-based insights into the conversations you have about guys and gaming in your own context.
By Kara Powell and Brad M. Griffin | October 1, 2009
Learn strategies for engaging in true dialogue with teenagers about the video games they play.