How To Get Rid Of Your Biggest Roadblock To Success
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Start Building A Healthy Ministry For Teenagers
I recently was speaking to a new youth minister who asked me the question, “Where do I start when it comes to building a healthy ministry for...
MYMU Admin
Feb 17, 2016
affirmation
Why Speaking Positively About Your Pastor Matters
I’ve had the same pastor for 12 years. I would love to say that during that time we’ve gotten along smoothly; however, the reality is that there have...
MYMU Admin
Feb 15, 2016
appreciation
The 2 Most Important Things You Should Give Every Volunteer
Building a team of volunteers takes work, but keeping them around is a whole different challenge. Why they leave could depend on a variety of...
MYMU Admin
Feb 10, 2016
Are Teenagers Returning To Your Ministry?
Do you ever get excited seeing someone new walk in the door of your youth ministry? You feel like your seeing a long lost relative. Then you panic...
MYMU Admin
Feb 8, 2016
What It Really Means To Be A Student Leader
There are a lot of hard working teenagers in our ministry. Ones who will do what you ask and not complain. Are they all leaders? No, well not really....
MYMU Admin
Feb 3, 2016
How To Find A Theme For Your Next Message Series or Retreat
You desperately search the Internet for the theme of your next retreat or message series. You stare at the blank screen hoping something will emerge....
MYMU Admin
Feb 1, 2016
Communication
Training Volunteers On The Go
I keep telling myself that I have to make time to meet with my volunteers. The problem is that life is so busy for me and them. In the end…
MYMU Admin
Jan 27, 2016
What To Know Before Choosing A Mission Trip
It’s a little difficult to think about summer when snow is on the ground, but it’s crucial. Summer schedules are filling up and you need to decide...
MYMU Admin
Jan 25, 2016
building a youth ministry
Youth Ministry From Scratch
I get asked the question, “If I’m starting a youth ministry in my parish what are some of the first steps I should take?” There is no cookie cutter...
MYMU Admin
Jan 20, 2016
accountability
How To Face Conflict And Win Every Time
Not many people like conflict; however, it’s inevitable. It might be the angry parent barraging you for not communicating or the pastor chewing you...
MYMU Admin
Jan 18, 2016
How To Allow Your Teens To Be Vulnerable
When a student walks into your ministry are they ready to learn? One approach is to entice them with a better picture of what life could be. While...
MYMU Admin
Jan 13, 2016