Youth mentoring and spiritual development.
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چکیده
Mentoring through faith-based programs could reach some of the most severely disadvantaged youth, yet efforts could be undermined if proselytizing occurs.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- New directions for youth development
دوره 2008 118 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008