Articles for Youth Leaders

27 Ways to Beat Burnout: Healthy Habits for Youth Ministry Leaders

Use these 27 ways to beat burnout so you can stick with (and thrive in) youth ministry.

Impactful Discipleship: Fostering Spiritual Growth in Youth

Impactful discipleship is essential in 21st-century youth ministry. Consider these 10 insights about discipling teens.

Preteen Ministry Musts: 4 Guidelines for Next-Level Success

Preteen ministry bridges an important gap. Discover 4 tips for a top-notch ministry to preteens and tweens.

Creation Bible Lesson for Middle School: Explore Genesis With Preteens

A youth group Bible study on creation is sure to get teens and tweens talking. Check out these 6 great resources.

Summer Youth Activities Can Offer Teens Spontaneous, Surprising Fun

Summer youth activities are a win, especially when they’re spontaneous. Discover how to inject spur-of-the-moment fun into summertime programming.

Intergenerational Ministry: Strive for Understanding, Connectivity

For churches of all sizes, intergenerational ministry is a necessary and worthwhile undertaking. We must ask: What does each generation need from the church, and what can each generation contribute to the church?

Teaching Life Skills for Kids: Prepare Preteens for Adulthood

Teaching life skills for kids can help them succeed. Find out how your youth ministry can prepare preteens for adulthood.

Young Adults in Church: How To Retain Your Teen Graduates

When congregations adapt effectively, they're more likely to retain their teens after graduation. Use these 4 practical tips to keep young adults in church.