Leadership, Communication, Ministry Health, Spiritual Health & YM Systems and Structures
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...
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...
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...
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....
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....
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…
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...
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...
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...
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...
Every youth minister asks the question, “Am I doing enough?” It’s a question we are afraid to answer because it could expose our failures and...
It’s right there on your job description, even if you don’t see it. It’s a line that says, “All other duties assigned by the pastor.” It can be...
