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Faith in Action: A Pastoral Response to Racial Injustice 

By Cassandra Ogbevire According to the Pew Research Center, Gen Z is the most racially, ethnically diverse, and progressive generation. Gen Z has witnessed many historical and cultural moments that I believe have shaped their social awareness such as the election of former U.S. President Barack Obama, the legalization of same-sex marriage, the shifting of gender norms and identities, and always-wired connectivity (via social media).  Despite Gen … Continue reading Faith in Action: A Pastoral Response to Racial Injustice 

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June 2021: "Reentry"

Mental Health First Aid: A Course You Might Not Know You Need

Statistics show that mental health has worsened significantly over the pandemic, with cases of depression and anxiety in youth and adults on the rise. In the context of church ministry, Christian education directors, youth ministry leaders and pastors may find themselves in the position of needing to provide support to children, youth or adults who are suffering from mental illness. In a Mental Health First … Continue reading Mental Health First Aid: A Course You Might Not Know You Need

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Summer 2020: "Childhood and Youth Trauma"

Mental Health Support for Youth

by Catherine Anderson “We’re supposed to teach youth about Jesus. In reality, we’re just trying to get kids through the day.” A couple years ago I started hearing comments like this more and more frequently from youth ministry leaders in my synod. You’ve probably felt it too. Anxiety, depression, suicide and other complex mental health conditions are deeply impacting ministry with young people and their … Continue reading Mental Health Support for Youth

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