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Major Issues and Developments
  Their Space . . . Or Yours? Internet Issues Come to Camp
The popularity of social networking sites, such as Myspace.com and Facebook.com, raises important issues for camp directors intent on protecting their campers — and their camps — from the dark side of the online world.
  (Sept. 16, 2005, UMNS) Arkansas Church Camps Receive Katrina Evacuees
  (Sept. 15, 2005, UMNS) United Methodist Center Takes in Evacuees with Special Needs
  Web Resources for Helping Children and Youth Cope With Issues of War and Peace
  Helping Children and Youth During Times of War: Advice and Resources for Camp and Retreat Leaders
  Helping Children and Youth During Times of War
(Part 2)

  KIDS AND WAR
recognizing the stress ... helping them to cope

A very helpful article written by a chaplain's spouse. With permission, we include the article here to help parents and leaders in ministry with young people.
  Praying for Peace in the Face of War: Resources for Worship
  Take Violence Seriously
  Floods, Quakes, and Glaciers: The Ever-Changing Landscape of Religion
I would like to recommend four books that are incredibly valuable in describing, defining, interpreting, and understanding our shifting religious reality.
 


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