Doug Fields is one of the leading experts and practitioners of youth ministry in the church today. His books and resources are used by thousands of youth workers all over the world. Now a grandparent of nine, Doug shares with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe how he has been able to transfer many youth ministry principles to his role as a grandparent. During this conversation, they also discuss ways for youth workers to involve, encourage and equip grandparents. Doug also reveals one of true advantages of being a Tesla owner.
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Books mentioned:
- Ordering Your Private World by Gordon MacDonald
- The Intentional Parent by Doug and Cathy Fields
Keeping Up with Youth Culture:
- www.axis.org (subscribe to their weekly newsletter The Culture Translator)
- www.cpyu.org (lots of current youth culture information here)
- www.homeword.com (subscribe to HomeWord’s Culture Update newsletter)
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