Here are some articles, blogs, and podcasts from this past week that you'll find helpful as you work with young adults in your church and community. “9 Ways Your Church Can Use Facebook Live” by Aaron Earls Social media is a must for connecting with young adults in our group. Earls gives some good and creative suggestions on how to use Facebook Live. “Head, Heart, Hands – 3 Essentials for the Collegiate Leader” by Andy Abramsom Every young adult leader needs to be clear on what goals they'll champion in their young adult … [Read more...]
9 Reasons Less Is More in Social Media
Sharing is good. Or at least that's what we were taught growing up, right? As kids, we were encouraged to share our toys, our time on the swing, and our Goldfish snacks. (If you have siblings, you can definitely affirm the value of sharing.) But sharing takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to the wide world of social media. It's fascinating that, as children, we grasped so tightly to what we considered valuable. We wanted to share only when and with whom it was comfortable. But now, as technology-driven individuals, it seems … [Read more...]
A Cultural Timeline of the Incoming Class of 2018
Reality check. This fall, the incoming class of 2018 will begin their freshman year of college. If that doesn’t make you feel old enough, here’s a look back at the timeline of cultural events they experienced along the way. Prepare to be fascinated. 1995-1996 - Born November 22, 1995 — Pixar released the first feature-length, computer-generated film, Toy Story. 1996-1997 - One July 27, 1996 —Two people died in a terrorist bombing in Centennial Olympic Park at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta, … [Read more...]