Uncharted: A 4-Week Series

In this series, students will explore who they are, their doubts, the baggage they carry in life, and who God calls them to be in the world. They’ll gain the faith to say, “I don’t know the answer,” and the faith to believe God will still lead.

Details:

4 lesson plans and students handout (PDF format)
Leader’s guide for activities and discussions
Social media and keynote graphics

$30.00

Weekly Summaries

Week 1 – Who we are

The goal of this session is to walk with young people in exploring who they are and their identity. Adolescence is a period of discovery, meaning-making, and identity formation. This lesson seeks to help young people find the grounding of their identity in love, but not just any love – in the overwhelming love of God that leads to the overwhelming love for those around us. Students will learn that the two cannot exist apart from one another, and in that love, they will begin to discover who they truly are.

Scripture – 1 John 4:7-21

Week 2 – Our Baggage

We all have burdens we carry. Our life experiences are not always positive, and they can leave scars, memories, and a myriad of feelings. Whether it’s a bad breakup or dealing with anxiety, young people need a space to share each other’s burdens and recognize that in doing so, Christ shares those burdens with them. This lesson aims to help young people reflect on the burdens they carry in life and explore how God desires to share those burdens.

Scripture – Matthew 11:28-30

Week 3 – Our Call

The purpose of this session is to remind students of their call to go out into the world to love and serve others. Yet they must understand that it’s not all easy. Our journey of faith in the world is filled with storms, challenges, and difficulties. Students will learn to pause and reorient themselves amid those difficulties. In looking toward Jesus, they’ll be reminded that they’re not alone. It’s Jesus who first called us. It’s Jesus who goes with us, giving us strength and motivation to love and serve others.

Scripture – Matthew 14:22-23

Week 4 – Wander

The objective of this session is to provide a platform for young people to explore and articulate their doubts. Doubt is a natural part of our faith journey, and it’s essential to guide young people in engaging with their doubts without fear. By grappling with our doubts, we open doors to ask more profound questions about God and our faith. Instead of avoiding doubt, embracing it can transform our faith and, in turn, us.

Scripture – John 20:24-29

Testimonials

“Holy Disruptions is everything I've wanted in a youth group curriculum! It engages our teenagers' questions and ideas without offering overly simplified answers.”

- Laurel Capesius, Director and Campus Minister at Winthrop Wesley Foundation

“Holy Disruptions gave our leaders a teaching foundation while also creating and fostering space for our students to do their own theological exploration.”

- Nathan Wheeler, Youth Ministry and Young Adult Coordinator, Cumberland Presbyterian Church

“This material has allowed students to process through what God is teaching and speaking to them.”

- Kelsey Fisher, Program Coordinator, City Service Mission

What makes Holy
Disruptions different?

Holy Disruptions series are designed to delve into the unique experiences of today’s youth, spark deep theological reflection, and foster transformative discussions. Our three-part methodology empowers students to align with God’s vision and desires for the world.

Interruption

Facilitate a disorienting experience – where students are most receptive to growth.

Reflection

Invite students to investigate their reaction to the disorienting moment.

Holy Disruption

Ask students to explore what God says about it.