I am often quoted as proclaiming my love for my profession. However, I also find myself in crisis at times concerning our identity as a youth ministry given that there is such a short history of the profession.
Unlike other professions, youth ministry seems to be something you learn as you go. Experience is much more valuable than information and relationships conquer wisdom. What works in Alaska doesn’t work in Denver and what’s life-changing in Kansas is ignored in Florida.
The single-most frustrating thing about youth ministry is there is no one answer. You can’t learn it in a book or from a conference. The only way is to walk side-by-side with people for years until you know what they are made of and what they need to hear.
The journey continues…
