Death by Suburb, by David Goetz, is an excellent book for those struggling to balance the high demands and affluence of the suburbs with the simplistic call of Christ.  The book is designed for the spiritual formation of those living in and sometimes consumed with the pressures of living in today's material and ego-driven society.

  Engaging the Soul of Youth Culture, by Walt Mueller, founder of CPYU, provides an excellent resource for understanding on a surface level the cultural trends of today's adolescent world.  He will alert you to the dynamic worldviews of today's teenagers which often shape how they relate to and value others, the world, faith, and God. 

  Comtemplative Youth Ministry: Practicing the Presence of Jesus, by Mark Yaconelli, unveils a new paradigm in youth ministry.  Mark speaks of the need to move beyond mimicking the fast paced culture in youth programs and embracing the ancient art of being present with one another and God.  He reminds us of the human need, particulalry evident in adolescents, to find others who will journey with us in life's joys and struggles.  This book is being used as training material for youth workers at Westminster PC. 

 Relevant is a bi-monthly magazine devoted to "God. Life. Progressive Culture."  Inside are articles and interviews about musicians, artists, and those involved in other components of culture.  The magazine also devotes itself to pertinent issues of the Christian faith, current events, and how individuals and the church are living to reflect God's kingdom around the world.  A year's subscription cost roughly $12 and will provide a great resource for you and your teenager.

 The Godbearing Life, by Kenda Creasy Dean, speaks of the art of discipleship most enhanced by an emphasis on people versus programs.  She draws our attention in ministry and church back to the person of Jesus and the sweetness of being present and in fellowship with one another.  Ministry is about being Jesus and introducing Him to those around us.

The Way I Learn by Cynthia Tobias

 The international best-seller that started a revolution, explaining how to recognize your children's learning styles...and your own!

 I Hate School by Cynthia Tobias

Practical wisdom from the founder of AppleSt.  Cynthia Tobias unveils key strategies in improving the educational experiences of children.  Not all students learn the same, unveiling such a simple truth can dramatically transform the experience int eh classroom.

 You Can't Make Me (But I can Be Persuaded) by Cynthia Tobias

Packed with insights and strategies straight from the hearts and minds of actual Strong-Willed Children, this is first aid for challenged parents.

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God Grew Tired of Us, is a documentary on the civil war crisis of southern Sudan and the heroic and miraculous lives of the children, known now as the Lost Boys, who walked towards refuge.  The documentary was used in preparation for our speaker and friend of the ministry, Abraham Ayii, a Lost Boy of Sudan and now resident of West Chester.