Do we really believe the things we say about middle schoolers' faith, namely that it can be real and vibrant and transformative?
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Things middle schoolers say to their WyldLife Leaders (and other interested adults)
"You're totally my spirit animal!" "I hope this camp isn't going to tell me what to do all the time. I hate camps that tell me what to do all the time. I hope this is a free-range camp." "We totally have a black market on slime and spinners at this school." "Pass the ketchup." … Continue reading Things middle schoolers say to their WyldLife Leaders (and other interested adults)
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