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Personal Christian Retreat: An Outline for Spiritual Renewal

Alvin Reid -
For years, I've taken a regular personal Christian retreat. The getaway is a staple for renewing my mind and heart. Find out how to take your own retreat!
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Articles for Youth Leaders

Genesis Bible Lessons for Youth: The Beginning of God’s Story

Youth Ministrycom -
Genesis Bible lessons for youth offer teenagers a solid foundation for Christian faith. Use these free lessons—on Creation, Abraham, and Joseph—in your ministry!
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10 Minute Worship Ideas Add Variety to Your Middle School Ministry

Katy Langley -
Middle school students often thrive on competition and social atmospheres. So the challenge of 10 minute worship ideas goes over really well.
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Youth Lessons on Sin: How to Answer Kids’ Sticky Questions

Youth Ministrycom -
Teenagers ask tough questions, which makes youth ministry immensely rewarding yet also challenging. Lately I've felt especially challenged when teaching youth lessons on sin
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Late Pickup: How to Handle Tardy Parents at Ministry Events

Aaron Helman -
In your youth ministry, how do you handle late pickup by parents? Check out these suggestions for that tricky but common dilemma.
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Church Program Order of Service: Ideas for Planning Youth Worship

Josh Griffin -
No perfect, one-size-fits-all church program order of service exists. But I do believe the perfect order exists for a youth worship experience.
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Night Games for Youth: Light Up Your Next Teen Gathering

Stephanie Martin -
Youth group games provide loads of laughs, help teens bond, and can even yield important lessons. When you’re meeting in the evening, break out some fun, fast-paced night games for youth.
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Cliques in Church Youth Groups: 7 Steps to Include All Teens

Youth Ministrycom -
Cliques are the enemy of healthy community and faith growth. Use these 7 steps to avoid cliques in church youth groups.
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Why Youth Ministry Is Important

Michael Bayne -
I have been serving teens now for 15 years as a volunteer and on staff at different churches, and I still need to be reminded why youth ministry is important. I need to be reminded because the truth is that student ministry can be difficult.
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Youth Ministry Statistics Show Signs of Hope, Need for Revival

Greg Stier -
Don't be discouraged about youth ministry statistics and challenges. Instead, prepare for revival and equip students to share the Gospel!
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Youth Ministry Is Serious Business, So Please Pay Attention, Pastors

Greg Stier -
If you're a pastor, youth leader or parent, please take youth ministry and teenagers seriously. The right kind of youth ministry is necessary now more than ever.
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8 Things That Keep Young People in Church

Chuck Lawless -
It’s no secret that many college-age students who were raised in church drop out once they’re on their own. On the other hand, some churches have done a good job of keeping and reaching this group. Here’s what I see that keeps young people in church.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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