In this episode we are joined by Pastor Teresa Peters, Director of Youth & Family Ministry for the North American Lutheran Church (NALC). Pastor Peters shares her experiences, insights, and practical advice for how churches today can effectively minister to young people, emphasizing relationship-building, belonging, and possible approaches to catechesis. Whether you’re a pastor, youth leader, or a parent, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on nurturing faith across all ages.

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Key Topics

• Changes in Youth Ministry


• Building Relationships over Programs


• Youth Ministry as a Whole-Church Effort


• The Role of Belonging


• Recommended Resources for Youth Ministry

Hosts

• Dr. David Luy


• Pastor Maurice Lee

Additional Resources

• The Art of Teaching Confirmation by Laura Langhoff Arndt


• Teaching the Faith at Home: What Does this Mean? How is This Done? by David Rueter


• Egermeier's Interactive Story Bible


• Bible Project


• SOLA Publishing materials for children’s and adult study

To learn more about the North American Lutheran Seminary, visit ⁠www.thenals.org