Articles for Youth Leaders

Making Games Work—Without Leaving the Gospel Behind

Fun games don't have to be shallow time-killers. Here are some ways to be intentional about your game time.

3 Tips for Parents to Keep Connected to Kids

Stay up on teens' lives without being creepy about it.

4 Ways to Help Graduating Seniors Keep the Faith in College

How to help your students' faith survive—and thrive—in college.

Don’t Waste Your College: A Challenge to Graduates

Why your graduates need to pay attention to what's going to happen as they go off to school.

How to Develop an Intern Program

After considering the pros and cons of an intern program, how do you go about starting one?

What It Takes to Create a Ministry Culture

How one ministry went from awkward hugs to natural affection.

The Danger of Relational Youth Ministry

Is your student ministry prepared to meet teenagers who are broken and ready to share their hurts with you?

How to Speak to Graduating Students About the Future

This time of year, transitions are everywhere. Here are some ways to help your students prepare.