Go, Team! From coast to coast, every Saturday, the teams face off in a battle for skill and determination to represent their college or university. Now it is time for your students to face off in a battle of skill and determination to see how well they know those teams…MASCOTS? This challenge is not about […]
Welcome to the Planet is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry, helping students discover their purpose of being here. KEY OBJECTIVES Students will answer the age-old question, “What is your purpose?” They will discover that God placed them here intentionally and on a mission. KEY VERSE “Praise be to the God […]
Walk into a good locally-owned coffee shop and you’ll notice something: it feels different. The space is intentional, the people are known, and every detail—from the music to the mug—tells a story.
What if the local church operated with that same level of care and creativity? Here are ten things your church can learn from your neighborhood hipster coffee shop owner.
Turn every car ride into meaningful connection time with Car Conversations—a creative collection of 50 questions and games designed to spark laughter, storytelling, and faith-filled discussion while you’re on the go.
STEVE CULLUM has served in youth ministry for over 25 years. He currently serves at his local church, is a missionary with the National Network of Youth Ministries.
Engaging Middle Schoolers in Small Groups (Because Let’s Be Honest — It’s Hard) She stared at me, full attitude and eye-roll, like only a middle school girl can. We’d broken into small groups a while back, and when I asked why she wasn’t in hers, she said she didn’t want to go. Not because she […]
A crazy fun Halloween/Fall/Pumpkin Upfront Game Your Students Will Love!! DOWNLOAD THE PDF FOR THIS GAME NOW
Flipping the House One Night is A “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry. KEY OBJECTIVES Students will gain a better understanding of who the church is and what it is about. They will see they can have an active role in their church presently and in the future. KEY VERSE “And let […]
Bringing in the right speaker can make or break your next ministry event. The right voice doesn’t just fill a slot on the schedule — they breathe life into your theme, connect deeply with your audience, and help move your mission forward. But with so many options (and limited budgets), how do you choose wisely?
MIKE HAYNES is a youth ministry veteran and the creator of G Shades Youth Ministry Curriculum. A vibrant contributor to the youth ministry landscape, Mike’s passion is to help students, youth leaders, and parents alike see life through the lens of the gospel. He and his wife Anna have five kids spanning elementary, middle, and high school.
