IAN DUNAWAY has served in ministry for over 20 years, preaching to students and adults across the world. He is the Teaching Pastor at G6 Church, co-founder of Shaping Student Ministry, and serves with G6 Allies to equip pastors and leaders with practical, gospel-centered tools and resourc
Today, more and more pastors—especially those serving in next-gen, discipleship, and family ministry roles—find themselves functioning less like shepherds and more like program managers. Our jobs have become a swirl of logistics, communication funnels, volunteer pipelines, branding, event architecture, risk management, and administrative oversight. The focus has drifted from..
“EGG HEADS” (EASTER SCREENGAME): A silly fun Easter time big screen game. Can your students identify these celebrity “egg heads” hiding out in the Easter baskets? A 10 Challenge Game, with 1 Bonus Tiebreaker! Includes: – 2 Powerpoint Presentations (editable and flat format) – Full set of all slides in JPEG format (1920 X 1080) – […]
Building a strong youth ministry starts with strong leaders. Recruiting the right people can make all the difference. Here’s how to do it effectively:
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- […]
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Lessons, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Speaker of the Week: Chuck Butler
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 […]
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Measuring Up: Student Discipleship Metrics
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 […]
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Lessons, Youth Ministry Thoughts
60 Second Hint/Help: Asking Your Pastor to Teach
Inviting your senior pastor into youth ministry sends a powerful message—to students, parents, and the church as a whole.
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Christian Camps: Midwest Region
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.










