Articles for Youth Leaders

I love hearing how people are sharing the gospel around the world. But how do we stay focused and give a brief, powerful, effective missions testimony?

Pizza and youth ministry are synonymous, but we all reach a limit. It’s important to get creative—and stay nutritious—when it comes to planning meals for teenage groups.

What are the top cultural forces teenagers face today? And how can youth ministers be sure we’re “majoring on the majors”? Read on to discover the most important youth discussion topics right now.

Jesus talked often about the reality of hell and brimstone. He described it in exacting and terrifying detail. So youth leaders can't avoid the topic with their teens.

For the typical student pastor, creating a youth ministry budget likely isn’t a yearly highlight. Yet providing a healthy program of meaningful outreach and fun activities requires financial parameters.

When you need to get from here to there with a group of teenagers, try these 10 road trip games and activities. They'll make the journey as fun as the destination!

Looking for some fun Thanksgiving youth group ideas for your student gatherings? Feast on these eight great activities for teens!

"When it comes to kids’ faith, parents get what they are."