Letters to a youth leader

‘Letters to a youth leader’ is my 2026 WIP.

Set in a near-future South Africa in 2044, Sam, a young local church youth leader, finds herself overwhelmed by the growing demands of youth ministry. Seeking guidance, she reaches out to Peter, a retired pastor, whose letters become a source of wisdom, encouragement, and guidance as she learns to lead the next generation.

I post a selected letter here every few weeks.

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It’s not easy to be vulnerable as a leader

4 January 2044 Dear Sam, Your words deeply moved me. Thank you for sharing your heart and confiding in me. I’m burdened by the many challenges you describe in your letter but also encouraged that God has set you apart for this work. Local church youth ministries have...