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New Resource: Team UP!
When I first started in youth ministry I struggled to serve parents. Part of that struggle was the fact that I was intimidated by them. The other...
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Student Leaders Worth The Investment
Peer ministry and student leadership groups take a lot of time. If done right it can transform not only your ministry, but the entire church. The...
MYMU Admin
Oct 26, 2015
Communication
The Key To Building Momentum In Your Youth Ministry
Every successful youth ministry builds momentum. To have momentum takes planning, creativity and especially CONSISTENCY. Too many ministries meet on...
MYMU Admin
Oct 23, 2015
One Thing You Can’t Assume Your Volunteers Know About You
I’m willing to bet that you are grateful for the men and women who serve in your ministry. The question is, “Does your team know that you are...
MYMU Admin
Oct 21, 2015
Communication
Why Youth Ministry Is Sales
There are a lot of great ways to advertise for your ministry (Check out my friends at Parishdesigner.com) but that’s only half the battle. While...
MYMU Admin
Oct 19, 2015
audience
4 Secrets To Delivering A Dynamic Message
There is nothing more frustrating than delivering a message to a group of disengaged teenagers. We wonder, “What’s the secret to getting teenagers to...
MYMU Admin
Oct 16, 2015
balance
How To Decide Between Family And Work
There will be times when you are going to have to choose between family and ministry. Sometimes it’s obvious, but then there are those times when you...
MYMU Admin
Oct 14, 2015
baby steps
5 Steps To Ease In New Volunteers
Getting involved in youth ministry can be intimidating. And if potential and new ministers walk in feeling uncomfortable they won’t want to return....
MYMU Admin
Oct 12, 2015
4 Different Roles To Create For Your Ministers
“I don’t think I’m qualified.” It’s the answer most of us hear when someone turns down an invitation to serve in student ministry. The question is,...
MYMU Admin
Oct 9, 2015
How To Find Time To Be Healthy
I’ve spoken to a few youth ministers and they tell me that the #1 biggest obstacle they face when it comes to healthy living is time. Every one of us…
MYMU Admin
Oct 7, 2015
6 Characteristics Of A Strong Small Group Leader
Small groups are essential to a growing youth ministry. It’s where teens can connect with their peers and receive wisdom from God-loving adults. And...
MYMU Admin
Oct 5, 2015
accountability
Who’s Helping You Become A Better Leader?
Regardless of what happens I’m wiped after a night of youth ministry. Maybe I’m physically tired from the high energy or emotionally drained from a...
MYMU Admin
Oct 2, 2015