Rev. Andy Becker talks with Mark about research surrounding American young men and what parents, church workers, and congregations can do to support them.
Bio:
Rev. Andy Becker serves as the director of family discipleship for The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. He served three years as a DCE before going to seminary. He served for 15 years as a parish pastor before joining the team at the Office of National Mission. He enjoys music and playing games of all kinds. Andy is married to Nikki and they have two teenage boys.
Resources:
- YouthESource Website – youthesource.com
- LCMS Family Ministry – lcms.org/family
- Institute for Family Studies, research report on young men: New IFS Report Explores The Social and Emotional State of Young Men in America
End Goals is the podcast of LCMS Youth Ministry in the Office of National Mission. LCMS Youth Ministry Staff discuss practices for healthy youth ministry and interview practitioners who provide insight for experienced and new youth leaders.
