Articles for Youth Leaders
Welcoming Youth Ministry: Invite Kids to Come and See
Do you have a welcoming youth ministry? What do kids see when they come check out your program? How people see you affects how they see Jesus. The same is true of a ministry.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Why Youth Ministry Is Stressful — and How to Avoid Burnout
Have you ever wondered why youth ministry is stressful—and what you can do about it? If so, read on. And be sure to check out the 4 warning signs of ministry burnout.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Innovative Youth Ministry: Why Your Program Must Adapt to Survive
Innovative youth ministry is essential for the 21-century church. Check out this commentary, and consider how your program can innovate to survive.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Missional Youth Ministry: Making an Impact in Public Schools
Missional youth ministry helps students see how they can be missionaries in their day-to-day lives. As part of that, youth leaders leave the church campus and head to public schools.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Youth Ministry Mission Statements: How to Have Maximum Impact
Youth ministry mission statements are a must. Let's explore how to draft (and live out) mission statements that have maximum impact. Bonus: You might find an example that inspires you!
Articles for Youth Leaders
How to Get Closer to God as a Teenager: 6 Community Builders
How to get closer to God as a teenager is a vital question for everyone working with young people. Discover 6 practical ways to build community and faith among your youth group members.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Investing in the Next Wave of Leaders
One of the reasons I’ve failed at raising the next generation of leaders is because I’ve tried to force them into areas where the people in charge have too much control. It would be best if you found leaders who want to mentor and invest in their leaders.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Meaningful Youth Ministry: How to Make a Lasting Impact on Lives
How committed are you to meaningful youth ministry? Discover how to be a different breed of youth leader, impacting the world for Christ.