Presbyterian Youth Triennium

09/06/2026

Love your neighbor as yourself.

Ama a tu prójimo como a ti mismo.

09/04/2026

Two educators on the future of lay ministry

The landscape has shifted dramatically for non-ordained church professionals. The differing responses to these changes, offered in the article linked here, represent the dilemma facing educators and youth workers in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Check out this very important article from Presbyterian Outlook - linked in the comments below.

09/01/2026

**TODAY - Tuesday, 9/1 at 3:00pm EST**
Join PYWA - Presbyterian Youth Workers' Association for the next Coffee with PYWA! The topic? It’s not just a number: Applying the Enneagram to your ministry with youth, families, and volunteers. Michelle Thomas Bush, associate pastor for youth at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, NC and certified Enneagram coach, will facilitate this discussion on how to utilize the knowledge we gain from the Enneagram in our ministry.

The Zoom link is posted on pywa.org

08/30/2026

‼️Justice-minded young adults in the PC(USA) and beyond‼️

The Office of Public Witness (Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Washington Office) presents the "Jesus and Justice Young Adult Advocacy Conference" on October 23-25, 2026 at Columbia Theological Seminary.

This conference is perfect for young adults who want to learn effective ways to stand up for causes they believe in, build networks, and engage with advocacy topics in meaningful ways. Registration is only $15 and includes meals. Learn more and register here: https://pcusa.org/about-pcusa/agencies-entities/life-witness/ministry-areas/public-witness/jesus-and-justice-young-adult-advocacy-conference

08/28/2026

Cripping* Youth Ministry is out now!

Cripping* Youth Ministry: An Intersectional Vision for Working with Disabled Youth is a collection of essays, prayers, and practical resources that reimagines youth ministry through the lens of disability justice.

Edited by Justin Forbes and Erin Raffety, this volume brings together the voices of scholars, practitioners, and disabled young people to create a resource that is both theologically rich and immediately practical. Each chapter includes guiding questions, practical tools, and resources for deeper engagement. https://crippingyouthministry.com/

08/26/2026

🚨Last Week to Apply! 🚨

If you're a youth worker in your first 5 years of ministry, this is your reminder to apply for a Gina Yeager Buckley Scholarship before it's too late!

3 registration scholarships ($180 each) are available for the PYWA Come to the Mountains Gathering, October 5-8, 2026.

⏰ Applications close August 28, 2026
👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/MMsjVpEMyM1DBphM6

08/23/2026

08/21/2026

Friendships formed at Triennium last summer continue on to do great work together in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

08/19/2026

Join PYWA - Presbyterian Youth Workers' Association for the next Coffee with PYWA on Tuesday, September 1st at 3:00pm EST! The topic? It’s not just a number: Applying the Enneagram to your ministry with youth, families, and volunteers. Michelle Thomas Bush, associate pastor for youth at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, NC and certified Enneagram coach, will facilitate this discussion on how to utilize the knowledge we gain from the Enneagram in our ministry.

The Zoom link will be posted on their homepage on September 1.

08/16/2026

"¡Vean qué bueno y agradable es que los hermanos vivan unidos!" - Salmos 133:1

"See how good, how pleasant it is for God's people to live together as one!" - Psalm 133:1