The Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry

April 29-May 2, 2025

TICKETS - Book your tickets directly at iym.ptsem.edu/events, where you will also find information on where to stay, other leaders, and our faqs. Join us for the full conference for only $399 or purchase a one-day pass for Tuesday or Thursday only $99.

GIVEAWAYS - Participants will receive complimentary SWAG, along with entry into contests for free resources to support your ministry.

LOCATION - We look forward to welcoming you on the beautiful campus of Princeton Theological Seminary in Princeton, NJ.

VISIT - For much more information, visit: https://iym.ptsem.edu/events/celebrate/

Why We Celebrate

Thirty years ago, a group of Christian leaders committed to ministry with young people imagined a future where theologians and ministry leaders were part of a dynamic learning community that formed thoughtful, just, and creative ministries with teenagers. The result of this collective dreaming became the Institute for Youth Ministry (IYM) at Princeton Theological Seminary, and since 1995, the IYM has helped shape the theory and practice of youth ministry around the world.

Youth Ministry is Celebration

The 2025 Forum on Youth Ministry invites you to reflect with us on the role that celebration plays in ministry with young people. In a time of uncertainty and distrust, youth ministry can be a safe place that celebrates, affirms, and bears witness to the lived experiences of young people. As we celebrate God’s work in the world through Jesus Christ, we believe that Christians are well equipped to help young people know and celebrate that they belong to God – no matter what.