Leadership, Communication, Ministry Health, Spiritual Health & YM Systems and Structures
I’m not a money guy. Meaning I don’t enjoy the budgetary side of youth ministry. Spending the money isn’t a problem, it’s the funding part that...
I couldn’t decide if I was frustrated or depressed. Maybe I was feeling both. Only nine parents showed up for our information meeting on Confirmation...
I’ve been asked, “How do you know if teens are continuing in their faith after high school?” For a long time I didn’t know they answer. I did not...
It starts around Halloween. Right behind the candy and costume aisle at Target you see a few Christmas lights and decorations. Then out of nowhere...
I’ve got a great pastor, and we’ve got a healthy relationship. Unfortunately, it has not always been smooth sailing. There have been times when I’ve...
Starting out in youth ministry was difficult; however, I was in a good situation. My predecessor was still on staff and able to walk me through my...
I used to grow frustrated every time we held an event or meeting and no one would show up. I thought the announcement was clear. We had date, time,...
Last Thursday night Sonic opened up a restaurant by my church. Sonic Restaurants are nothing new to the Maryland area; however, this was a big deal....
I get this sinking feeling the first few weeks of program, “Will anyone show up?” I don’t know why I worry like that because I have students telling...
The first message I ever gave felt like a home run; however, it’s a little embarrassing when I reread it. I had no point, I went on and on and…
I had only been on the job for a few weeks when I received an angry phone call from a parent. She was upset because I had not placed her…
Last week I wrote a post about recruiting volunteers when you are in a pinch (click here). Getting the volunteers is one step, keeping them around is...
