Leadership, Communication, Ministry Health, Spiritual Health & YM Systems and Structures
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...
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...
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...
Getting involved in youth ministry can be intimidating. And if potential and new ministers walk in feeling uncomfortable they won’t want to return....
“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,...
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…
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...
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...
Your youth ministry is designed to commission next generation disciples. That means teaching them how to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ...
Youth ministry is messy in so many ways. It’s messy because it involves relationships. And because it’s messy it’s tiring and draining. But,...
Remember when communicating was simple? If you wanted teens to come to an event you sent home a flyer. If you wanted people to join your volunteer...
It doesn’t matter if you are staff, volunteer or parishioner at your local church. It doesn’t matter if you are full time or part time, we all have a...
