Articles for Youth Leaders

How to Help Teens Deal With Difficult Situations at Home

"There’s no such thing as a perfect family, but some of our teens face a more difficult situation at home than others," says Rachel Blom.

What Youth Workers Should Do With Angry Parents

No matter who’s at fault, I have found the two silver bullets to de-escalate just about every major conflict between angry parents and youth workers.

5 Ways to Keep the Next Generation in Church

Lots of information abounds on next generation young people leaving the church. But not all leave; many stay, thrive and are impacting the world for Christ. Why do they stay?

Pastor’s Kids: Why You Should Raise PKs in the Ministry

Being a youth worker is a calling and so is being a parent. Raising your pastor's kid in the ministry is good for both them and the ministry.

Moral Failing: 5 Warning Signs Every Ministry Leader Must Notice

Moral failing describes a disqualifying behavior in a church leader’s life. Learn key warning signs of moral failure.

7 Things Youth Group Parents Must Know

Since God has placed my family here I believe we have a responsibility to be supportive of the student ministry, the student ministry team and the leadership of our youth pastor. My support is proven by my action.

5 Tips for Pulling Off a Life-Changing Retreat Weekend

Here are five things I consider vital to pulling off a life-changing retreat.