Leadership, Communication, Ministry Health, Spiritual Health & YM Systems and Structures
I couldn’t wait to arrive. At the beginning of my youth ministry journey I wanted to hit a point where everything was routine and I could sit back...
I have a fear of heights. While I can get on a plane the idea of climbing a 40ft ladder causes my palms to sweat. We all have fears that…
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...
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...
Every successful youth ministry builds momentum. To have momentum takes planning, creativity and especially CONSISTENCY. Too many ministries meet on...
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...
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…
