We Recommend…
Your First Two Years in Youth Ministry
Mark Johannesen, Associate Pastor //
If you are new to youth ministry, this is a great book to help you understand what youth ministry is about.
Purpose Drive Youth Ministry
Mark Johannesen, Associate Pastor //
Purpose Driven Youth Ministry lays out nine essential strategies to strengthen your strategy to reach the next generation for Jesus.
Sticky Faith
Mark Johannesen, Associate Pastor //
Sticky Faith seeks to make a case that effective ministry to teens needs to happen in conjunction with their families and the whole church.
The Worship Pastor
Dr. Brad Pribbenow, Lutheran Brethren Seminary //
An exploration of the multi-faceted role of a worship leader who wants to consider how to steward their significant role of evaluating, selecting, planning, and leading worship songs and services.
A Simplified Guide to Worshiping as Lutherans
Dr. Brad Pribbenow, Lutheran Brethren Seminary //
This book discusses the distinctives of Lutheran worship as derived from the distinctives of Lutheran theology.
Theology of Worship and Definition of Worship Elements (Paper)
Dr. Brad Pribbenow, Lutheran Brethren Seminary //
This paper is a concise summary of Lutheran Brethren theology and practice of worship. It includes a list and short definition of worship (liturgical) terms as to their role in a worship service.
Rooted Ministry Youth Curriculum
Josh Neiss, Student Ministries Director | Rooted Ministry Youth Curriculum
Youth Ministry Nuts and Bolts
Mark Johannesen, Associate Pastor //
Youth Ministry Nuts & Bolts offers foundational information and tools essential to establishing a youth ministry.
Joining Jesus on His Mission
Jordan Spina, North American Mission //
Joining Jesus on His Mission is a simple and accessible book that helps the reader reconsider the call of God upon their daily lives. There are short videos that can be used in a small group or Sunday School setting that may additionally prove helpful.