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Pastoral Care: Tweens & Teens - General

hotlines, guidelines and crisis intervention contacts; and support for pastoral care for children, tweens, teens, families, differently abled persons, elders and folks with memory concerns; including mindfulness, personal care and volunteer support

Welcome

Welcome to The Ministry Lab's curated list of resources to help caregivers engage Tweens and Teens in counseling and conversation around a variety of topics. Here you'll find:

Books & Downloads
Blogs, Podcasts & Articles
Websites & Curricula
Judicatory and Other Denominational Resources

If you don't find a resource to fit your need, don't hesitate to consult with The Ministry Lab's director, Rev. Emily Meyer, who is happy to assist you.

Books

Book Lists

offers several books for helping YOUTH deal with a range of emotions.

Their Self-Help for Teens Series includes (among other titles):
- The Struggle to Be Strong: True Stories by Teens about Overcoming Tough Times
- Fighting Invisible Tigers: Stress Management for Teens
- The Teen Guide to Global Action: How to Connect with Others (Near & Far) to Create Social Change
- When Nothing Matters Anymore: A Survival Guide for Depressed Teens

Curricula

An eight-week study on health and well-being with the discipline of meditation and spiritual practices; easily translatable to an online meeting environment.

Includes a Student Guide, Leader Guide, and free guide for leading virtually.

Mindfulness

iBme's website is informative. Retreats and courses may be life-changing.