Popular magazines and websites create lists of the biggest names and the fastest-growing lesser-known leaders. They interview the leader, then hold events to celebrate and award plaques to be hung in the lobbies and offices of these outstanding churches and leaders. Admittedly, I have even worked at one of these churches—with those plaques on the […]
Spring Thing Game Book is an all-in-one collection of ten Easter and Spring Time games. This collection of games is perfect for weekly meetings or to play a collection of games as an all-inclusive game event. There are a variety of up-front challenges, icebreakers, big group games, and even an Easter-time version of dodgeball. […]
An intern’s first time teaching can be exciting and intimidating. Your guidance can turn nerves into confidence and growth.
Planning a summer mission trip for your student ministry involves more than choosing a destination — it’s about selecting an experience that is safe, spiritually formative, logistically manageable, and meaningful for both your students and the community you serve. This list (*in no order) highlights ten trusted organizations that specialize in SHORT-TERM (5–10 DAY), U.S.–BASED […]
the difference between preaching and teaching
It is a Celebrity Challenge Game, as Students Have to Guess Who is the Famous Celebrity Twin! Who Are the Famous Hidden Famous with Their Twin! Perfect for a special “Twin Night” in Your Ministry, as You Challenge Everyone to Show Up Dressed Alike! Includes: – 2 Powerpoint Presentations (editable and flat format) – […]
Most volunteers want to help—they just don’t always feel confident teaching. Your role is to equip, encourage, and support them so they can succeed.
Top 10 list of college youth ministry programs/majors in the United States (Alphabetically) based on reputation, curriculum strength, practical experience opportunities, professors, and career preparation (employment/placement), based on combining national rankings, popular programs, internships, and reviews.
ANDREW LAIRD has been in youth ministry since 2016. Since then, his passion has been to equip students, volunteers, and parents to live out Jesus’s method of relational discipleship, share the gospel, find evangelistic avenues in their school and community, and challenge them to hold on to their faith.
Leading With Purpose (Policies, Procedures, & Processes). In the heart of every truly thriving church, I have seen is a clear sense of mission—a compelling “why” that drives everything from Sunday sermons to midweek ministries. Unfortunately, I have also seen and worked for those without clarity around their mission. Understand also, even the most passionate […]
