Youth Leaders Blogs

Why Regrets Are a Waste of Time

It’s that time of year where we may feel regret because we didn’t do what we had planned to do, because we tried but didn’t even come close, because well, we failed.

Dealing With Christmas Stress: How to Avoid a “Bah, Humbug!” Christmas

For many, it’s a simple formula: The higher the level of stress = the higher the chance of a bout with depression.

Keeping Your Family Focused on Christ During the Christmas Rush

So it’s Christmas! It’s a time for joy & celebration, family & faith... ...and three white elephant parties, two cookie exchanges, six performances of the...

The Temptation of Youth Ministry

If I were given everything in the whole world but couldn’t have this one thing, could I resist it?

Open Letter to Parents of Teens

This is what so many of us youth workers have wanted to say to (some) parents over the years.

#1 Thing You Can Do Right Now to Be a Better Youth Pastor

It’s time we ask for help instead of leaning back, filled with pride, thinking of “those children/student ministry people’s issues.”

Youth Ministry Evangelism 501: Learning How to Reach Out to ALL Families in Your Community

Youth ministry evangelism is a great thing but what if youth ministries widen their reach beyond students to all families in the community?