How To Start A Strong Small Group Program
Small groups work. They are where life change happens. Small groups are the place where teens form life long relationships. Small groups are the...
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confirmation preparation
The 4 Keys To A Dynamic Confirmation Program
Confirmation preparation isn’t always a process people want to embrace. While it’s an important part of the Catholic (and other denominations) faith...
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May 2, 2016
How To Train Your Team Without Exhausting Resources Or Trust
Training your team can get costly in a variety of ways. You can waste people’s time and lose their trust if what you provide isn’t worth the...
MYMU Admin
Apr 27, 2016
The Perfect Agenda For Your Planning Meetings
As summer is quickly approaching the temptation is to wind down and relax. The reality is you can’t afford to shut things down completely. In fact...
MYMU Admin
Apr 25, 2016
3 People Your Ministry Needs To Go To The Next Level
You are limited, even as a leader. That means you can only take your ministry so far on your own. No one likes to feel limited; however, it can be…
MYMU Admin
Apr 20, 2016
How To Know You’ve Made It As A Youth Minister
Early on in my ministry when the attendance numbers would drop I wondered, “When am I going to make it?” I was working out of frustration because my...
MYMU Admin
Apr 18, 2016
answers
MYM 5 Minute Thought: How To Help Students Answer Tough Questions
In today’s MYM 5 Minute Thought Chris talks about the importance of helping teens answer some of the tough questions. While you might want to just...
MYMU Admin
Apr 14, 2016
Does Everyone On Your Team Have Your Back?
You can’t do ministry on your own, you need a team. But, what happens when you feel like someone on your team doesn’t have your back? The only thing…
MYMU Admin
Apr 13, 2016
balance
5 Priceless Principles For Staying Married In Ministry
A young guy fresh out of college once asked me, “Is it possible for someone to pursue a career in parish ministry and start a family full time?” It’s...
MYMU Admin
Apr 11, 2016
MYM 5 Minute Thought: What You Have To Do This Summer To Strengthen Your Ministry
It might not feel like summer, but it’s definitely time to get ready and have a plan. In this MYM 5 Minute Thought Chris takes a look at the work...
MYMU Admin
Apr 7, 2016
How To Engage Your Audience
Have you ever wondered, “Are people listening?” It’s a question we ask at parent meetings, giving a message to teenagers or a training with...
MYMU Admin
Apr 6, 2016
accessibility
How To Get Teens Excited About Serving
I love helping out a teenager; however, my eyes roll every time I have to sign off on a service hour requirement for school. While I love the fact...
MYMU Admin
Apr 4, 2016