Faith Forward
Faith Forward is an innovative network and nonprofit organization reimagining children’s and youth ministry through forward-thinking approaches to faith formation, community, and theological engagement. Faith Forward equips leaders to nurture young people’s spirituality in ways that are inclusive, contextually aware, and responsive to contemporary challenges. Faith Forward’s mission is to inspire ministry practices that cross traditional boundaries, support diverse expressions of faith, and foster resilience, justice, and compassion in young people.
Faith Forward Podcast - vital conversations with forward thinking ministry leaders (find it here)
Faith Forward’s offerings include conferences, books, and conversations with ministry leaders who are pioneering impactful methods for faith formation. Notable resources include the three-volume Faith Forward book series, which gathers insights from conferences and explores how to approach ministry with young people in transformative ways. Additional resources, such as Vital Conversations and Faith Forward’s newsletter, keep leaders connected with new ideas and emerging practices.
Faith Forward’s board includes experts in theology, education, disability ministry, and intercultural communication, such as Ivy Beckwith, Dave Csinos, and Daniel White Hodge. Together, they bring diverse perspectives to Faith Forward’s mission of cultivating ministry that genuinely addresses the needs of today’s children, youth, and families.