This book compares and contrasts the goal of faith maturity with the fast-paced nature of the culture, providing youth workers with both understanding and tools to create proactive and relevant ministries that speak to youth today. The book examines the characteristics of faith maturity, the nature of culture, and physical and emotional developmental issues. In addition, chapters give practical help with and specific models for Sunday school, confirmation, fellowship, service and outreach programming, plus teacher recruitment and training, master plans, choosing resources, and ways to reach young adults.