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Youth Group Conversation Starters: 35 Topics to Get Teens Talking

Youth Ministrycom -
The ability to facilitate deeper relationships is a core skill in youth ministry. Deeper relationships typically begin with conversations, so leaders must learn to initiate them. That’s why we love lists of youth group conversation starters.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Youth Ministry Is Being Reshaped by These 10 Important Trends

Mark Oestreicher -
What will youth ministry look like in the years to come? Here are 10 predictions about trends for the field of student ministry.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Combat Porn: Heed This Helpful Advice From Anti-Porn Advocates

Jessica Lea -
Unfortunately, parents and youth leaders in the digital age must be aware of the need to combat porn. That's because it's prevalent online and on teenagers' phones.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Is Youth Ministry a BIG Strategic Focus in Your Church? It Should Be!

Greg Stier -
Youth ministry is often dismissed as something less than strategic in far too many churches.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Youth Lessons on Relationships: 9 Ministry Resources for Teens

Stephanie Martin -
Because relationships are such a big part of adolescence, youth lessons on relationships are always needed. From friendships to romantic pairings to a relationship with God, teens have relationships on the brain—and heart.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

How to Build a Friendship: 6 Relationship Tips for Youth Ministry

Santi Rodriguez -
Knowing how to build a friendship with teens has never been more critical. Today's young people are increasingly isolated, but youth ministers have opportunities to develop life-changing relationships with kids.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Ministry Lessons From the Deconstruction of YouTubers Rhett and Link

Matt Markins -
My kids love YouTubers Rhett and Link, who host the Ear Biscuits podcast. But a recent episode where the hosts deconstruct their faith really rocked their worlds. How should youth leaders respond?
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Debate Topics for Youth at Church: 46 Subjects Teens Can Tackle

Stephanie Martin -
Teenagers love to talk. So why not harness that vocal energy by using debate topics for youth at church? In-depth conversations sharpen teens' faith and evangelism skills.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Youth Ministry Volunteers: How to Find and Keep Valuable Teammates

Andy Blanks -
Youth ministry volunteers are the lifeblood of a working program. Whether they're leading a small group or in charge of donuts, these ministry teammates are essential. Learn how to find and keep them!
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Questions About Gaming Culture and Social Media for Kids of All Ages

Michael Guyer -
Christians need to ponder some important questions about gaming culture and social media.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Taking Care of the Introverts in Your Youth Ministry

Brooklyn Lindsey -
One-third to one-half of the students in our youth ministries are introverts. And in my ministry experiences, three-quarters of our programs and ideas nurture the extroverted nature.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

How to Disciple a Teenager: 6 Helpful Resources for Faith Development

Jonathan McKee -
I'm often asked how to disciple a teenager. So I've compiled a helpful list of faith discipleship resources for youth leaders and parents.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Questions to Ask Youth About Faith: 30 Queries for Spiritual Growth

Stephanie Martin -
Bringing up spiritual topics with teens can be challenging. But if you’re a youth leader or parent, it’s in your job description! To help, we’ve compiled a bunch of questions to ask youth about faith.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Effective Youth Ministry Strategies: 10 Keys for Impact

Terrace Crawford -
I want to share these 10 highly effective youth ministry strategies. Throughout the years, they've helped me maintain maximum impact.
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Articles for Small Group Leaders

5 Tips for Facilitating Small Groups Effectively

Josh Evans -
Small group discussion is so important, and really is the place where the Word can be applied as much as any other time. Generating discussion is tough for leaders, but is extremely important to having an effective small group discussion.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Teen Bible App: How to Help Teens Connect With Scripture

Youth Ministrycom -
The start of a new year is a natural time to leverage new approaches to Scripture reading, including a teen Bible app. Check out these 5 resources.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

What Do Youth Want From Church? And What Do They Need?

Bill Nance -
What do youth want from church is a tough question to answer. It's like asking “What kind of music do people like?” or “What food do kids eat?”
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Youth Ministry Roles and Responsibilities: 5 Areas Kids Can Fill

Paul Sheneman -
In youth ministry, many leaders must come to grips with the reality that they can't do everything themselves. The positive side of that, however, is that teens are well-qualified to fill many youth ministry roles and responsibilities.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Videos for Student Ministry That Provide Comic Relief

Youth Ministrycom -
Tons of research affirms the positive value humor adds to life. So we've assembled a bunch of funny videos for student ministry.
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Articles for Youth Leaders

How to Plan a Church Youth Program in 7 Easy Steps

Josh Griffin -
Planning a youth worship service goes more smoothly when you stick to a routine. Follow these 7 easy steps to help you master how to plan a church youth program..
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