The youth ministry program at the United Church of Christ in Abington, Massachusetts is outdated and stagnant. Although UCC Abington has made many positive changes in recent years to be sure it remains modern and relevant, it has failed to address its antiquated youth program. This project explores the changing church of the twenty-first century, and the place of young people within it. This project will investigate the practical concerns that make it difficult for young people to be involved in the church, and the spiritual concerns that often cause them to turn away from the church. The project will also delve into what youth desire and what this youth leader desires for the faith development and spiritual wellness of youth at UCC Abington. Through the lens of practical theology, this project proposes a new and different format for a youth program in the church that will give young people the opportunity to understand and practice their faith in the context of their lives.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:bu.edu/oai:open.bu.edu:2144/43543 |
| Date | 17 December 2021 |
| Creators | Coburn, Kristy Lee |
| Contributors | Goto, Courtney |
| Source Sets | Boston University |
| Language | en_US |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis/Dissertation |
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