Bible Study, Retention of the Youth - Why Don't They Stay?

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In this Bible study Mr. Smith asks us if we view the message of the church as one of hope or of gloom? He asks this because over the years most of the youth have viewed our message as negative and have not stayed in the church. Mr. Smith's question prompted a very interesting interactive study on the message of the church and how can we reach this modern world with that message.
Gary Smith

Gary Smith was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, but spent most of his youth in the Pasadena, California area. He graduated from Ambassador College in 1976 and he and his wife, Liz, moved to Peoria, Illinois. For the next six years he worked as a nursing home administrator in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas.
In 1982, he and Liz began to serve in the full-time ministry. Since that time, they have served in a number of congregations in the Midwest.
Gary and Liz now pastor in Houston, Texas near their two children and grandson.
Apart from pastoring, Gary enjoys hiking, playing and watching sports, reading and spending time with family.