MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP MISTAKES AND MISSES, For 10-15 years, I chose to run my own camps for my groups and/or decided to run missions trips in place of summer camp. In my last two churches, we have rented out camps, hired outside speakers and musicians, and ran most of the programming and activities ourselves. In […]
TONY MYLES is an engaging speaker for all ages, but at his core, he’s a real guy with a real family following a real God. Tony regularly serves as a national conference speaker, active author, and adjunct professor, and has served as a Lead Pastor and Staff Pastor. His latest book is “Single, Dating, Friendship, Romance: Questions For All Your Answers” – a topic he actively speaks on to students and adults alike, as well as giving entire presentations on a variety of hot topics through a biblical lens.
Here is a quick in-the-trenches, real-life hint/help as you head into your summer camp or your mission trips It depends on the group and even the leaders I have had over the years. Pranking can quickly get out of hand, especially at camps and retreats! I have heard various theories and debates over whether to […]
Quick ExplanationLandmines is a fun, fast-paced team game where players navigate “landmines” (paper plates with challenges) in the middle of the field. It’s perfect for teens and can also serve as a creative introduction to discussions about temptation, choices, and consequences. Supplies Needed Several paper plates Marker or pen to write actions on the plates […]
A Parent’s Guide to Supporting a Missional Mindset at Home
(Downloadable PDF for Youth Pastors to Share with Parents)
In the era of summer mission trips to exotic places and high energy, huge conferences at the beach, is there still a place for summer camp? Has the whole summer camp thing seen its day? Here are 10 Quick Thoughts, on Why Middle School Camp is STILL Important! 10. Freedom to Worship, Sing and Celebrate!- Nowhere else […]
KAYLA JEFFERS is the founder of 11one Ministries with 19 years of ministry experience in churches, camps, schools, and leadership organizations.
Supplies Needed: 2 Snorkels 2 Snorkel Masks 2 Sets of Flippers 2 Large Pitchers 2 Two-Liters of Soda (or any fun beverage) 1 Table 1 Egg Timer or Countdown Clock 🔥 Game Overview: Get ready for the ultimate underwater drinking race—on dry land! Two players will gear up and flop their way to a table […]
We know that youth workers need tools that equip parents as the primary faith influencers at home. We also know how challenging it can be for parents to find the time to make discipleship a priority. Faith at Home Resources Based on our Discipleship Model, every Faith at Home starts with a fun, everyday activity […]
YOUTH PASTOR (LEADER) IN THE BIBLE! HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT IT? ARE THERE YOUTH PASTORS/LEADERS IN THE BIBLE? Is the whole idea of adult leaders/pastors spending intentional time with teenagers… yes, even middle school-age kids something new? Nope, not at all! Ministry to young people is not a modern concept. It has been happening […]
