What others are saying about us
"In my ten years of youth ministry, UYT was the best parent seminar
I have attended or hosted. The parents who attended have been telling
other parents what they missed. I look forward with great anticipation,
to having another one next year."
—Nick Kudyk, First Baptist Church, Starke, FL
"I have been in student ministry for 25 years and UYT is the best thing
I have ever done for parents. They will be thanking me for weeks to come!
—Carl Jones, Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, Tampa, FL
"Our UYT seminar was full of excellent information from a speaker who
was passionate, compassionate, and had a great sense of humor. I am so
thankful that we were able to host this seminar!"
—Dara Vidito, Congregation Beth Hallel, Roswell, GA
"Boy oh Boy!! Am I glad I could make it to the seminar. It was great,
I could've stayed all day or at least a weekend. It gave me many ideas
and things to try. I've talked to several people that were there and
they really liked it too. Thanks again."
—Natalie M., a parent who attended UYT, January '05.
"I can't believe we waited so long to schedule our first Understanding
Your Teenager seminar. We had a great turnout! Parents were helped, encouraged,
motivated and thankful to me for providing it for them. I'm now a big
fan of UYT ... We plan to have it every year at our church!"
—Doug Fields, Saddleback Community Church, Lake Forest, CA
"This seminar kicks! A must for every parent!"
—Rick Bundschuh, Kauai Christian Fellowship, Poipu Beach, HI
"We found that we struck a nerve with our community based upon the high
turnout for this event. Parents want to understand their teenagers! Wayne's
presentation helped them in that endeavor. The feedback from the parents
has been off the charts and the seminar has opened up new doors in our
relationship with them as we minister to their kids. Thanks!"
—Chris Paavola, St. John's Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO.
"We worked for over two years to plan Understanding Your Teenager as
a city-wide event and it was worth all our efforts. We received clear
and helpful information and strategies that we cal all apply in our relationships
with teenagers."
—Dave Felts, Greater Riverside (CA) Area Youth Connection
"UYT brought our parents together and inspired them with humor, forgiveness,
hope and encouragement. Our folks left the presentation as joyful parents
who were re-committed to their vocation to raise up mature and faithful
teenagers. An added benefit of the seminar was the enthusiasm it generated
among parents for our parish youth ministry. It was truly a home run!"
—Rev. Robert Price, Church of St. Michael & St. George, St.Louis,
MO
"Solid advice presented in a contemporary fun manner. Every church should
bring in Understanding Your Teenager. Your parents will thank you."—Todd Smith, Youth Ministry Consultant, Knox Student Ministries, New Wilmington, PA
"I can't tell you how juch I appreciate the love and affirmation that this seminar has for teens! While many seminars on this topic seems to have a negative tone, like 'just do the best you can do because teens are evil and raising them is hell,' your seminar is fun and positive. Duffy did a great job!"
—Dan Kulp, Farmington (New York) United Methodist Church
"UYT enabled us to share valuable, Scripture-based insights with the parents
of our teenagers in a lighthearted, yet powerful way. Our parents loved it and
have already asked us when we'll bring it back to our church so they can bring
other parents with them."
—Kent Koteskey, Emmanuel Community Church, Ft. Wayne, IN
"As a youth worker who hasn't yet raised his own teenagers, I know I can't
offer much advice to parents. But UYT said everything that needed to be said
and with the credibility of 'real parenting experience' I don't have. Every
parent should attend one of these seminars at least once."
—Chris Carter, Calvary Baptist Church, Lompoc, CA
"Our parents received practical advice coupled with current and relevant
trends and statistics. The presenter (Duffy Robbins) kept their attention with
an appropriate use of humor and helped parents identify with him by using personal
illustrations of his own successes and failures. I highly recommend this seminar
for other churches.
—Michael Fernihough, Richland (Michigan) Bible Church.
"We promised our people a great seminar and you delivered! Parents were
not only impressed but they got the help they wanted."
—Ray Johnston, Pastor, Bayside Covenant Church, Granite Bay, CA
"I strongly recommend that every church take advantage of the Understanding
Your Teenager seminar. Our parents, grandparents, and others gained a great
deal of insight in how to communicate with teenagers."
—Darren J. DePaul, Director of Youth Ministries, Little Falls Presbyterian
Church, Arlington, VA
"This seminar was the single best event we had this entire last year for
our youth ministry ... and not a single teen was present. Doing what only parents
can do for their teens, I'm confident our teens will grow and mature more rapidly
as a result of this seminar and the impact it has had on their parents."
—Scott Beekenhauer, Calvary Christian Church, Bellevue, NE
"UYT is a safe bet for any church family. The material is timely, accurate
and very relevant. The bonus is that the UYT team can speak effectively to any
denominational perspective. After our third booking, we are already anticipating
our fourth!"
—Rev. Mark Simone, The Federated Church, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
"I was overwhelmed by the excitement that your seminar generated among
our members. I highly recommend this seminar to any congregation who
wants to help parents. The principles are timeless and our society needs
to hear them repeated now more than ever before. Thank you for coming!"
—Suzie Spedden, King's Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, VA
"Parents of teens are hungry to learn and willing to interact with other
parents. Understanding Your Teenager facilitated both. Thanks for providing
a great resource of ministering to the parents of my youth."
—Chris McCormick, Youth Pastor, Trinity Baptist Church, Mesa, AZ
"The parents from our congregation walked away from the seminar not
only with fresh ideas, but also a renewed confidence in being part of
their child's teenage years. There was such a sense of excitement among
them in realizing that their families could uniquely grow at this time
rather than just trying to 'survive' through the teen stages."
—Mark Scarlata, Associate, Stanwich Congregational Church, Greenwich,
CT
"Thank you so much. I can't wait to get home and try some of these ideas.
It has really opened my eyes.' These words came from a parent at our
UYT seminar, and that is why we hosted it at our church and why we will
again."
—Jimmy D. Wright, Youth Pastor, First Church of the Nazarene, Warren,
PA
"UYT is the best seminar I have been to on helping parents work with
their teens. Wayne [Rice] provides parents with information on how youth
develop and practical advice on working through parent and youth issues.
You will not be disappointed."
—Lamar Carney, Director of Youth Ministries, First Presbyterian Church,
Pascagoula, MS
"The information provided in this seminar is very helpful and very practical.
Any parent can implement the changes presented! And, the workbook contains
a myriad of suggestions and encouragements for parents. I would highly
recommend this seminar!"
—Barb Umland, Director of Student Ministries, Covenant Baptist Church,
Marengo, IL
"UYT is an outstanding seminar for parents of teenagers. The parents
who attended our seminar said, 'Wayne knows kids and families so well,
it seemed he was talking about our family all night!' To a person, the
parents and youth leaders who attended the UYT seminar that we hosted
at Gordon College walked away with a better understanding of their teenagers
and with practical tools to help them raise Godly young men and women."
—Mark Cannister, Chairman, Youth Ministries Dept., Gordon College,
Wenham, MA
"Understanding Your Teenager is salve to the hearts of parents who just
need to know that what they are facing is normal, and that they do play
a critical role in guiding their teens toward adulthood even when their
children do very little to acknowledge or thank them."
—Mark Schmutz, Youth Pastor, First Baptist Church, Charlotte, MI
"Your expertise was obvious, your presentation was outstanding, and
your personal warmth was the perfect touch!"
—Ron Crawford, Youth Pastor, Campbell Church of Christ, Campbell,
CA
"Every aspect of the seminar was a pleasant experience and we came away
not only with a better understanding of our teenagers, but a more optimistic
outlook as we continue the journey of raising our teenagers. I would
certainly recommend Understanding Your Teenager to other churches."
—Beverly Sorensen, Youth Committee, Bethel Baptist Church, Dothan,
AL
"Every parent that came to the seminar walked away feeling very encouraged
and better equipped to live with their teens. I would highly recommend
this seminar."
—Todd Trowbridge, Youth Pastor, High Street Community Church, Santa
Cruz, CA
"UYT is the total package—an outstanding, cutting edge seminar
... You really scratched where my people itched!"
—David Blackmer, Community United Methodist Church, Cedarburg, WI
"UYT is well worth the time, effort and expense. This is the best seminar
of its kind, to equip, train, minister to and encourage your parents
and student ministry workers. I highly recommend it!"
—Jordan White, First Baptist Church, Plainview, TX
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