Christian faith Quote by Duffy Robbins
““Mark DeVries observed that the church had become the place where teenagers “are most segregated from the world of adults.”2 Churches had unwittingly cultivated an environment where teenagers were being cut off from the very adult relationships that would sustain them through the turbulence of the adolescent years and by which they could learn about mature Christian faith. We were, in effect, nurturing in teenagers an appetite for a youth group from which they would soon graduate, while weaning them from involvement in the broader church life that would sustain their spiritual growth as adults.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Youth Ministry Handbook, 2010
Teenagers are isolated from adult interaction within churches, limiting their spiritual growth and maturity.
In simple terms: Churches separate teens from adults, harming faith development.
Key Takeaway
Integrate teens with adults in church activities.
Themes
faith
community
growth
intergenerational
Mood
reflective
concerned
hopeful
Type
advisory
observational.
When to use this quote
- youth group planning
- adult‑teen mentorship programs
- family‑focused worship
- community service projects
Key Concepts
spiritual development
mentorship
social integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches create meaningful adult‑teen relationships?
- What structures support intergenerational learning?
A Different Perspective
Adults may lack training to engage teens effectively.
