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Are Your Leaders Ready For Their Groups?

Over the years our small group program has grown tremendously.  Most of it has to do with the men and women who come in each week to love on teens…

Is Your Ministry Broken?

Ever host an event and was disappointed by the turnout? Maybe it was a meeting and no one came prepared? It happens to everyone, but why it happens...

How To Construct An Effective Message Series

I love events and outings with youth (With the exception of lock-ins…they are evil), but they shouldn’t be the backbone of anyone’s ministry. You...

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5 Excuses Youth Ministers Need To Avoid Making

There are going to be moments when you don’t see the results you hope for. When expectations aren’t met you want to find a reason. While it might be...

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How To Thrive Under Pressure

Life gets crazy around this time of year. Summer is winding down (for some of us it’s over) and a full year of ministry awaits. There is content to...

Summer Ministry Vlog Week 16′

A few months ago fellow blogger and friend Tom Pounder (@ymsidekick) invited me and a few other ministry bloggers to be a part of Summer Ministry...

Are You Prepared For The Fall?

In less than a month schools start up around here and so does our fall season of programming. While a month can feel like plenty of time there is...

Why Your Ministry Needs An Identity

Why does your ministry exist? Is it even necessary? It’s a question every leader needs to answer. And if you can’t you might question whether or not...