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Scholarly Work

Children, Youth and Family Ministry

Below are examples of scholarly work by M.A. in Children, Youth and Family Ministry students.

The papers and video presentations were shared at the annual "Day of Defense" sponsored by Luther Seminary's CYF program. The presentations offer a glimpse into the types of questions that CYF students ask, and how they turn their questions into substantive research findings.

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2017 Winning Projects

I Believe, Lord Help My Unbelief: The Thin Christology of Austin Adolescents

by Brianna Morris-Brock

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The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Grief

by Kathryn Knutson

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2016 Winning Projects

Killing Kids for Jesus: A Practical Theology of Martyric Youth Ministry

by Christian Gonzalez

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Renewing Communities: Renewal of the Church’s Missional Identity

by Molly Schroeder

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2015 Winning Projects

Putting the Puzzle Together Piece by Piece: How Genuine and Authentic Friendships Can Transform Faith

by Kayla Billings

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The Millenial Generation Crisis: Reimagining the Church's Mission in a Secular₃ World

by Corey Lange

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2014 Winning Projects

Corporate Worship's Pedagogy

by Culynn Curtis

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The Sanctified Life: Modesty is Not the Best Policy

by Ali Ferin

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2013 Winning Projects

Bridging the Disconnect: Reframing Vocation for the Sake of Young Adults & the Church

by Aaron Fuller

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Narrative Beings: What Virtual Media is Revealing About Our Youth

by Kyle Zvejnieks

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2012 Winning Projects

A Future I Trust In: Identity and Vocation as the Parent-Leader

by Karen Gieseke

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Communities of Creativity: The Role of Symbols on Youth Formation

by Andrew Kellner

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2011 Winning Projects

Church & Canvas: Recreating the Engagement of Art with Youth & Young Adults

by Katy Vitek

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On Beyond Zebra: Thinking Beyond Traditional Models of Children's Ministry

by Amber Espinosa

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2010 Winning Projects

Youth Homelessness: A Cry for Right Memory and Embrace

by Matthew Maas

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2009 Winning Projects

Youth as Co-Creators in Ministry

by Derek Tronsgard

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