When The Community’s Culture Impacts Your Ministry’s Success
The Raven’s were in the AFC championship, and I couldn’t care less. I like football, but not a huge fan, plus with over 15 years of working Sundays,...
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Are You Investing In Your Own Faith?
The last time I went on a retreat that had nothing to do with youth ministry was over 15 years ago, and that’s not okay. It’s funny to think about…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 29, 2019
GUEST POST: When Are You Taking The Time To Breathe?
BREATHE There is a glowing speech bubble on my kitchen counter that reads:”…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 24, 2019
Is Loneliness Controlling Your Ministry?
“I feel alone.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that phrase from someone who works in parish ministry. The truth is that I’ve felt that...
Christopher Wesley
Oct 22, 2019
Brooke Buth
GUEST POST: How To Follow Someone Who Does Not Lead Like You
I have yet to work for someone with the same leadership style as me,…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 17, 2019
What Your Games Might Be Missing
It was a lot of work for only a few minutes of fun, and even that was questionable. It was the first time I had passed on the responsibility of…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 15, 2019
GUEST POST: Hospitality Begins In The Parking Lot
Spatial awareness seems to be a rare gift … at least among parishioners in my parish. My parish’s parking lot requires mindful parking. And many...
Christopher Wesley
Oct 10, 2019
What Type Of Ministry Are You Called To Lead?
When I entered my first job as a youth minister, I was pretty fortunate. The program I inherited was thriving, my predecessor mentored me, and I only...
Christopher Wesley
Oct 8, 2019
Communication
GUEST POST: 5 Tips for Writing A Message Teens Will Listen To
Writing messages for teens is feast or famine. Sometimes you’re cooking with gas, dishing…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 3, 2019
What It Takes To Build A Solid Small Group Structure For Teens
It was five minutes before my small group would meet and the room I thought we had reserved was a mess. I went to our church calendar and was able…
Christopher Wesley
Oct 1, 2019
4 Habits To Slow The Pace But Increase The Effectiveness Of Your Ministry
Time flies when you get busy. You have big plans and dreams, but they never seem to get done because there doesn’t seem to be anytime to slow down...
Christopher Wesley
Sep 26, 2019
Communication
Do Parents Know Your Team?
The email caught me by surprise. It wasn’t one I was used to reading, and it was from a parent thanking me for her daughter’s small group leader. The...
Christopher Wesley
Sep 24, 2019