Articles for Youth Leaders

The sleepy chicken TikTok trend isn’t a wacky dance move. It’s an icky-sounding, dangerous recipe that recently went viral among teens.

Youth group lessons on identity reveal the importance of belonging. Teens and preteens want to know they matter. Discover expert insights about how you can build identity and belonging in your group.

Planning and organizing parent-teacher meeting opportunities is essential in youth ministry. Parents of teens need guidance and support!

Why do today's teens need prom alternatives? Because prom isn't for everyone. Discover one youth minister's perspective on providing prom alternatives for kids in your church and community.

Outdoor games for teenagers are in high demand when warm weather arrives. Active games get kids moving, build bonds, and often tie into lesson points. Try these youth group games with your teenagers!

If you feed them they will come. That applies to spiritual food too. Check out this youth minister's thoughts on nourishing teens with God's Word.

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.

The Rhett and Link controversy has people asking how to respond when high-profile influencers question or discard their Christian beliefs.