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Music Review: Revelation by Third Day By Patti Gibbons  When a veteran -- can we say legendary? -- Christian band is set to release its 10th studio album, it just might be safe to say that there will be a consistent classic sound.  If you were to play it safe that way in the case of Revelation, Third Day's latest, you just might be blown away by the new height of bigger, bolder, harder-rocking classic they achieve. ...Readmore

Youth Specialties Acquires Planet Wisdom SAN DIEGO, CA – Youth Specialties, a world leader in youth ministry resources, has acquired Dallas, Tex.-based Planet Wisdom from Wisdom Works Ministries. Planet Wisdom, a ministry dedicated to teens and those who care about them, hosts student tours, maintains a robust web site and offers a variety of published resources including books and curriculum. Terms of the acquisition, which was effective July 22, 2008, were not disclosed. ...Readmore

Cutting: Understanding the Self-Mutilation of Teenagers By Kelli Woodard My ministry journey led me off the well-beaten path of church work into a job at a residential counseling facility for teens. During my 18 months as a house parent, my eyes were opened to the issue of self-mutilation and I learned how to have an effective ministry with hurting teens. Our facility was designed for short-term stays, with most teens graduating the program and returning home within 12-18 months. Our residents were "normal" kids, the same kids who atte...Readmore

June 2nd: What Would You Do? This week we're hooking you up with a sample from a cool resource called, What Would You Do? 500 Questions to Get Teens Talking. If you like it head on over to Kevin's website and pick up a copy. He's offering a special deal to YMX users. Mention code YMEX when you order and he'll send you a signed copy for just $9, plus shipping. Email Kevin directly.Download the file (40 kb) ...Readmore