The landscape of youth ministry has changed significantly, yet many congregations and leaders struggle to adapt their ministries in ways that are relevant to their youth and context. Through a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment “Strengthening Congregational Ministry with Youth Initiative”, the ELCA Youth Ministry Network is partnering with congregations to explore innovative youth ministry practices in order to root young people in a lifelong, transformative faith in Jesus Christ.

In this first episode, Rozella introduces you to the heart and mission of the Formation Co-Op. You’ll hear from Todd Buegler, Executive Director of the ELCA Youth Ministry Network, and Catherine Anderson, Director of the Formation Co-Op, as they share how the Formation Co-Op came to be and their hopes for the impact this initiative will have on the church and young people.