Articles for Youth Leaders

Regret About Transitioning: When Trans Teens Have Second Thoughts

Regret can be devastating, especially for teenagers who wish they hadn't rushed into transitioning their gender.

Missions Should Be Flipped: A New Perspective on Youth Mission Trips

Mission trips are an amazing idea, what we do (or not do) with them matters. Discover how to flip missions upside-down!

Texting Tops Talking for Teens: What’s Our Response as Youth Ministers?

Texting is king for today's teens. What does that mean for youth ministry and how we interact with students?

Luddite Teens: Why More Young People Are Staying Off Their Phones

What are Luddite teens, and how are they influencing media usage? Today's young people are waging a mini-rebellion against all-consuming technology.

Successful Youth Ministry: Discover a Surprising Secret (Hint: It Rocks!)

Discover why rocks hold the secret to a highly effective youth ministry. And learn to prioritize what really matters.

Influential Teenagers: Let Kids Know That They Are World-Changers

Do you know some influential teenagers who make an impact? Teenagers are making a difference right now—in big ways.

Teen Marijuana Use: What Today’s Youth Leaders Need to Know

Teen marijuana use has been on the rise, and it has many physical, mental, and spiritual consequences. Learn more about kids and weed, and discover biblical insights to share with youth.

Volunteers: 5 Tips for Finding the Right Youth Ministry Helpers

When youth pastors multiply themselves through volunteers, they can reach more students. Learn 5 tips for finding great youth ministry helpers.