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Archive October 14, 2010
The Poor Will [Not?] Always be With You
Is the end of poverty in our age possible? Is it even something we should want or hope for?
Seeing the Need
Last week I met with an old college friend who now works with a unique nonprofit here in Los Angeles called Taking the Reins.
Assessing Your Urban Community With Michael Mata
Kara and Michael discuss ways community mapping can be a tool to help you discover and utilize local assets in urban youth ministry.
Long-Term Implications of Low Self-Control
New studies are linking impulsivity in childhood with a whole host of troubles as adults.
Adults Who Get Me
When 15-year-olds were asked what adults who really “get” them (understand them) do to show it, here’s what they said, as reported in the Search Institute 2010 Teen Voice Report:
Resilient, or…?
This week’s E-Journal features Jesse Oakes’ new article on the study of resilience and its implications for youth ministry.
Asset-Based Teaching Taking a Holistic Approach
Wondering how you can shape your teaching to impact kids more holistically? The 40 Developmental Assets offer a framework to get you started.
Sickness and Deep Justice
All three of my kids—and I for that matter—were sick in December. When my kids were sick, I both prayed for them, and got them the blankets…
Every New Decision Has a Justice Price Tag
That’s the theme in Everyday Justice: The Global Impact of Our Daily Choices