Our Mission

​From content to competence.

Many ministries major on lectures; A2GG majors on live practice. Teens don’t just receive answers—they rehearse real conversations before they hit campus pressure. This targets the “unsafe for doubts / shallow teaching” problem identified by Barna.

 

The “Fake Shay” practicum (inoculation by exposure).

In a guided simulation, a trained instructor adopts a skeptic/critic persona (Fake Shay) so students confront hard objections in a safe, pastoral environment. Research indicates doubt processing with caring adults builds longer-term resilience; Fake Shay is a structured way to do exactly that.

 

Science, reason, and Scripture—together.

Because conflict with science and perceived anti-intellectualism are common exit ramps, A2GG integrates reasoned argument, evidence, and biblical theology side-by-side, addressing top doubt drivers head-on.

 

Relationships that stick.

A2GG seeks to pair cohorts with mentors and equips parents/youth leaders, aligning with evidence that intergenerational ties in high school predict more stable faith in college.

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Measurable formation.

We recommend pre/post tools (confidence in sharing faith, ability to name/answer top objections). 

 

 

What success looks like (evidence-aligned outcomes)

• Cognitive: Students can name the Gospel, define truth, and articulate reasons for God/Scripture; they can map and answer the top 3 objections they personally face. (Addresses “shallow teaching” and “not safe for doubts.”)

• Resilience: Students report higher confidence for campus conversations; mentors and parents report growth in knowledge, empathy, and clarity—aligned with research that engaging, not avoiding, doubt builds durability.

• Well-being: Increased connection and purpose—factors associated with better mental-health outcomes for Gen Z who engage spiritually in community.