Myth we believe and behaviors we live - Intro

I'm starting a series of posts on patterns of behavior I'm encountering as a consultant within churches. I'm hoping that this might be a helpful tool for folks to understand their current context and maybe give them some guidance as they love kids and families here in north america.

I'm using the term myth, because by and large these are accepted understandings churches have about staffing, youth minstry, youth pastors, and youth. These myth's are subtle and because of that can be a bit tricky to see. They are the water we swim in.

The reason it's so important to address these mythical beliefs is simple. They inform the cultures and expectations of our churches. Our systems are dramatically impacted by these false beliefs. More importantly these myths feed the dysfunction within the local church you and all your friends talk about.