Articles for Youth Leaders

Christian Music Kids Like: Worship Songs for Teens

Wondering what Christian music kids like? The key word is variety.

Christian Justice and Advocacy: Giving Teens a Voice

Christian justice and advocacy are hot topics for teens. Help them harness their concerns and impact their society and world.

Youth Ministry Games with a Message: 10 Bible Activities for Kids

Youth ministry games with a message create teachable moments that stick. Try these 10 activities with teens.

Empowering Youth Ministry Leaders: 5 Reasons To Skip an Event

Need tips for empowering youth ministry leaders? Want to give volunteers (and youth!) more ownership? Read on for valuable ministry advice.

Margin in Youth Ministry: 6 Steps To Slowing Down

Need more margin in youth ministry? Don’t let feeling wiped out be the norm.

Extended Adolescence: What Youth Leaders Need To Know

Extended adolescence has become a major trend in American life. Learn the faith impacts of drawing out this developmental stage.

Community Care & Youth Ministry: Build Excitement with Passion Projects

Community care and service projects are vital parts of youth ministry. Use passion projects to get teens onboard for neighborhood outreach!

Vision as a Youth Leader Is Just as Important as Your Mission

Vision as a youth leader differs from a youth ministry mission. Learn how to recognize the difference.

Texting in Youth Ministry: What Youth Leaders Need To Know

Texting in youth ministry is an important communication topic. Should we adapt it or fight it?

Youth Ministry Games for Small Groups: Fun, Faith & Fellowship

Youth ministry games for small groups encourage interaction and point teens to Jesus. While reinforcing Bible lessons, youth group games help teens share and grow.

Using Social Media in Youth Ministry: 4 Crucial Guardrails

Wondering about best practices for using social media in youth ministry? Veteran youth leader Brandon Early offers four valuable insights.