I just got done with a phone conversation with Kara Powell. We’re doing a Deeper Learning Track together at next month’s National Youth Ministry Conference called, “Preparing Your Teenager for Life After Youth Group.” This track is 8 hrs. long and goes throughout the weekend. I’m excited to team up with Kara on this. I have to admit, it does take more time to prep with someone else, but I think it will be more effective. The 4 hours I’m heading up are called, “Internal Confusion: Five Critical Issues We Must Prepare Kids to Face” and “The Slow Fade: Detachment From Christian Community Is a Process.” The Slow Fade is the title of a new book I’m writing that will be out next spring and this seminar will discuss some of those topics.

I’ll also be leading an Affinity Group for those working with college-age people. Hope to see some of you there!