Archive for November, 2011
Cory (19)
W D Tyree Ministries is about nurturing, challenging and developing confidence, compassion, competence, community and character. I can truly say that I am definitely more confident in myself and God working through me. My compassion for others to make a difference with my life has become my number one desire in life. In competence, I now have the ability to perform specific tasks well, including ministering to peers and influencing them for good. I have reached out to those around me in trying to build them up and to assist them in their spiritual journey to contribute to the community of faith. My character has been strengthened as I have drawn closer to the Lord. I am less concerned about what others say and think about me and more concerned with Christ’s approval regardless of where I am. I can truly say that my experience with W D Tyree Ministries has been a lifelong investment resulting in positive contribution as an adult and a believer.
About US
W. D. Tyree Ministries is a tax-exempt Virginia nonstock corporation that has been in existence since July 23, 2002. The corporation is a recognized 501 (c)(3) charitable organization which serves the community by helping parents and churches develop, nurture, and challenge youth, ages 14-19, to faithfully follow Jesus Christ..
Through immersion in an international mission experience, American youth are stimulated along 5 critical areas of growth – confidence, competence, compassion, community, and character. These youth are transformed and empowered to share this life transforming process through the gospel with their peers. These transformed youth provide a model which creates transformation in the lives of unsaved youth. This will over time lead to a reduction in adverse behavior. As youth experience the love of Christ, they see their God given potential and become productive young men and women.
What Is Our Method?
W D Tyree Ministries recognizes its responsibility in helping to develop a new generation of world leaders. To accomplish this, the ministry seeks to develop, nurture, and challenge youth in 5 critical areas of growth:
Confidence – W D Tyree Ministries recognizes that Christian youth have the gift of the Holy Spirit and can be used by Him for God’s glory. We seek to build and nurture confidence in the lives of Christian youth.
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. (Philippians 1:6 ESV)
Competence – W D Tyree Ministries seeks to develop, nurture, and challenge competence in a way that helps Christian youth mature in their natural and spiritual gifts.
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13 ESV)
Compassion – W D Tyree Ministries seek to help Christian youth develop a heart for God. As they walk in the light of Jesus Christ, we want to develop, nurture and challenge them to see that light as a “flood light” where the needs of others are esteemed above their own as opposed to a “spot light” where the emphasis is on them and their world.
For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all, therefore all have died; 15 and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. (2 Corinthians 5:14-15 ESV)
Community – W D Tyree Ministries understands Christian community and diversity and seeks to develop, nurture, and challenge the understanding of Christian youth by helping them come to an awareness that life is not about them but discovering their purpose, how and where they fit in the broader Christian community. and society .
in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. (Ephesians 2:21 ESV)
Character – W D Tyree Ministries recognizes that Christian youth face numerous challenges that make it difficult to embrace a Biblical worldview. The ministry further understands that at the point of critical everyday decisions Christian youth fall short in obedience. W D Tyree Ministries seeks to empower Christian youth to live a transformed life when no one is present to enforce godly choices.
Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. (Philippians 2:12-13 ESV)
We believe that when youth exhibit growth in these areas, whether individually or collectively, they make lasting contributions to society’s institutions.
Stephen (15)
I learned what character means through my experience with W D Tyree Ministries. My group was asked to spend a week doing missions but without any electronic distractions – no cell phones, ipods, DVD players, etc. I did not like the idea but thought it would be ok since no other group participating in this mission opportunity would have electronic devices. What our group soon realized was that out of the 400 teens participating in missions, our group was the only group that had these electronic restrictions imposed. Why? Was our group leader being mean? No, he was testing our character. He was helping me discover “why” I do what I do. Sadly enough, I disappointed my group leader, my group, but most of all myself. I have learned that being trustworthy is more important than getting away with doing something wrong.
Ways To Deal With Aggressive Teens
Children are a product of their environment and teenagers are no exception. If they are subject to a hostile living environment where profanity is being used, shouting is always the way of communication or if there are issues of violence; then the teen is learning that these are the appropriate ways to deal with aggression.
This may not be the case in every situation. It could also be the teen is going through a rebellious phase.
There is a difference between anger and aggression. Anger is being upset and aggression is acting out violently. The most important thing that needs to be done is finding out the root to the problem and why the teen has so much aggression. Fear, guilt, betrayal, insecurity, deep rooted anger or a chemical imbalance are a few reasons for the aggressive behavior.
In the heat of the moment it is counterproductive to address the aggressive behavior that the teen is displaying. Once it deems impossible to resolve this matter among the two of you then soliciting outside help could be the solution. The teen may be more comfortable speaking openly and honestly to a school counselor, therapist or any other nonbiased person.
Aggression can be triggered by a variety of things and it is important to sit with your teen and discuss these issues that trigger their aggression. While having this discussion you may find out things you never knew and because they have been harboring these feelings the result often results in aggressive behavior.
The teen may have authority issues which would explain why they become aggressive when told to do something. While this is a great starting point, the teen needs to understand that being told what to do is a part of life and it does not stop during adulthood and this type of behavior warrants consequences.
A physical outlet such as a Tae Kwon Do class could prove to be very helpful in these situations. It will provide the teen an alternative outlet to relieve built up aggression in a controlled environment. This could also teach the teen respect and discipline. Of course, simply taking a martial arts class is not going to solve all your teen’s problems but it is a start in right direction. Nothing is ever guaranteed but, remember if you keep doing what you have been doing the end result will remain the same.
Written by Aurelia Williams