Teaching the Next Generations: A Comprehensive Guide for Teaching Christian Formation - Softcover

Terry Linhart

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0801097614 ISBN 13: 9780801097614

Publisher: Baker Academic, 2016

Synopsis

How Ministers Can Be Excellent and Effective Teachers

Effective teaching is important not only to the Christian faith but to the success and impact of Christian ministry. This book champions the role of teaching as a necessary skill for ministers to develop, equipping them to work effectively for the spiritual growth of young people. Terry Linhart, who has more than twenty-five years of experience training youth workers, brings together expert Christian educators representing a broad array of evangelical institutions and traditions to show how teaching connects to discipleship and the church in current contexts. Designed for the classroom, the book covers a wide range of topics and includes helpful illustrative diagrams, tables, line drawings, and charts.

About this title

About the Author

Terry Linhart (PhD, Purdue University) is director of the youth ministry and adolescent studies program, professor of youth ministry, and chair of the department of religion and philosophy at Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana. He previously served in full-time youth ministry for fifteen years with Youth for Christ and as a youth pastor. Linhart is a speaker, a researcher/consultant, and the author of six books and numerous articles. He directs the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network and is a member of the ministry council for the National Network of Youth Ministries. He is also active in the Association of Youth Ministry Educators.

From the Back Cover

"Too often I see ministry leaders who could use a crash course in improving their communication chops. This book is that course! Terry Linhart has brought together the best teachers to help us understand how teaching and learning intersect with ministry to young people. This book is loaded with biblical concepts and practical examples. When you're done digesting all that's here, you'll have new confidence and a skill set that will make you a more effective teacher. Whether you're studying this in a college classroom or you're a veteran youth worker looking to improve, I'm happy to recommend this book to you."
--Doug Fields, veteran youth worker, author, and cofounder of Download Youth Ministry

"For decades Christian education has been a staple of ministry. The idea that to grow we must be taught is not new, but as culture has changed the role and methods of teaching have changed. In response to these changes, Terry Linhart has brought together some of the finest thinkers in Christian education to equip Christian teachers to faithfully and effectively fulfill their calling. Teaching the Next Generations will be a valuable resource for teachers for years to come."
--Chap Clark, author of Adoptive Youth Ministry: Integrating Emerging Generations into the Family of Faith; Fuller Theological Seminary

"Terry is a good friend and youth ministry thought leader. I welcome his input in my life in any way, shape, or form. The input in this book contains helpful guidance on effective communication. I need all the help I can get, and I bet it will benefit you too."
--Josh Griffin, cofounder of Download Youth Ministry

Contributors

Ron Belsterling
Robert Brandt
Mark Cannister
Freddy Cardoza
Ken Castor
Amanda Drury
Doug Gilmer
James K. Hampton
Mark Hayse
Allen Jackson
Karen Jones
Sharon Galgay Ketcham
Jeff Keuss
Jason Lanker
Terry Linhart
Kerry Loescher
Bob MacRae
Scottie May
Karen McKinney
Barrett McRay
Ginny Olson
David Rahn
Duffy Robbins
Andrew Root
Brenda A. Snailum
Troy W. Temple

Edition details

• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0801097614
• ISBN 13: 9780801097614
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 352