Real Teens

Real Teens
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Real Teens: A Contemporary Snapshot of Youth Culture

Description of Real Teens:

They are the digital generation, the Mosaics, a new wave of connected and decidedly upbeat young people who are anxious to make a positive difference in the world around them. Skepticism-once the hallmark of Generation X-is waning as the prevalent attitude among teens. As teens change, so must our way of teaching them and reaching them. How can we effectively convey the eternal truths of the gospel to high-tech, information-drenched, highly mobile youth who believe themselves to be self-sufficient? What are the challenges we face in reaching out to the Mosaic generation? And what are the opportunities they present? Once again, George Barna points the way.

About George Barna:

George Barna is the founder and Directing Leader of the Barna Research Group Ltd., a marketing research firm located in Ventura, California. Since 1984, the company has provided research and assistance to thousands of churches, parachurch ministries, non-profit organization and for-profit businesses. An award-winning author of more than 30 books, his work includes best-sellers such as The Frog in the Kettle, User Friendly Churches, Evangelism That Works, and A Fish Out of Water.He lives with his wife, Nancy, and their daughters, Samantha and Corban, in Southern California.

Description of George Barna, author of Real Teens:

They are the digital generation, the Mosaics (those born after 1983), a new wave of connected and decidedly upbeat young people who are anxious to make a positive difference in the world around them. Skepticism--once the hallmark of Generation X--is waning as the prevelant attitude among teens. As teens change, so must our way of teaching them and reaching them. How can we effectively convey the eternal truths of the gospel to high-tech, information-drenched, highly mobile youth who believe themselves to be self sufficient? What are the challenges we face in reaching out to the Mosaic generation? And what are the opportunities they present? One again, George Barna points the way.