If you’re a youth pastor looking for a high-quality overnight Christian camp in the SOUTHERN U.S., this A–Z list highlights twelve standout options known for strong programming, solid lodging, great food service, and memorable outdoor experiences. Based on a combination of things: parent reviews, youth pastor recommendations, online ratings, and general reputation for 2025. Alabama- […]
CHUCK BUTLER has been in ministry since he was 18 years old, most of which was in student ministry in all sizes of churches, from very small to very large. Chuck realizes that he needs to fit into your ministry culture and vision and to be a part of your ministry’s overall journey when he […]
Measure Up: Student Discipleship Metrics- how to measure discipleship progress within a youth group and student ministry.
EGGS-RAYS EASTER SCREEN GAME JUST IN TIME FOR EASTER! A Silly fun Easter time big screen game. Everyone loves the surprises hidden inside an Easter egg! Take a good look at the silhouette in each of these Easter eggs to try to figure out what or who is hidden inside. This Resource Includes: • Complete […]
Inviting your senior pastor into youth ministry sends a powerful message—to students, parents, and the church as a whole.
If you’re a youth pastor looking for a high-quality overnight Christian camp in the Midwest of the U.S., this A–Z list highlights twelve standout options known for strong programming, solid lodging, great food service, and memorable outdoor experiences. Based on a combination of things: parent reviews, youth pastor recommendations, online ratings, and general reputation for 2025.
JOSHUA MCFANN is a passionate communicator of the Gospel who describes himself as “a friend to all and a stranger to none.” Joshua travels both locally and globally preaching the Gospel, equipping believers to share Jesus with their neighbors, and calling people to live fully focused on King Jesus and His Kingdom. He is earning his bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies at Trinity Bible College. Joshua serves with Forge, a ministry committed to raising up more Kingdom laborers.
Bored with the Bible? Helping the Next Generation Engage with God’s Word “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.”— 1 Timothy 4:12 (NIV) As a youth pastor, I hear a lot of things—but two […]
Glowing Shape Shifter is a fun, creative team game played in the dark where players use glow bracelets or necklaces to form shapes, objects, or words called out by the leader. Teams compete to see who can be the most accurate—and once the basics are mastered, advanced challenges like movement and waves add extra excitement.
Regular self-evaluation helps you grow as a communicator and shepherd. It’s not about perfection—it’s about faithfulness and progress.
