DAVID HARDIE is a big, bearded, full-time youth speaker who travels the world inspiring teenagers and adults to “Tell a Bigger Story” while creating some pretty awesome T-shirt designs (which he draws by hand) that he sells at large events
We pour energy, time, and money into our new exciting youth ministry year, only to become quickly frustrated by that missing group of students that have chosen sports over our ministry.
Super Silly Sports Book is an all-in-one collection of ten super fun and super silly sports-based youth group games. This collection of games is perfect for weekly meetings or to play a collection of games as an all-inclusive game event. Super Sillyg Sports Book is great for middle school and high school students. A […]
Level Up One Night: A video game themed “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry on the topic of “Hope” KEY OBJECTIVES Students will develop a better biblical understanding of the power of Godly hope in their everyday lives and during difficult times. KEY VERSE “May the God of hope fill you with […]
Using Parents as Parents As Youth Leaders. Does the sound of that idea make you quake in your Vans? It doesn’t have to. Parent volunteers can be our allies, our trusted group of faithful, hard-working ministers whom we link arms with. There are many reasons why having parents as youth ministry volunteers is a good […]
KYLE FOX is a husband and father of four and currently serves as the Discipleship Pastor at West Bridge Church in Danville, Indiana. He loves helping students walk closely with Jesus by going deep, tackling the real issues they face, and helping them see the real Jesus. HE also loves encouraging youth groups and the leaders who pour into them.
Walk into any youth gathering today and you’ll notice something different from even a decade ago. It’s quieter before things start. Students often cluster in small, familiar groups—or stay on their phones. Conversations take longer to spark. For many teenagers, it’s not just shyness. It’s something deeper: social anxiety. Social anxiety isn’t simply a fear […]
Rock Band or Ice Cream?? Hey Dude! “Wavy Gravy“ is my favorite of all time. No Way Man, “Coconut Fever” is the all-time best, hands down. This game challenges players to figure out, whether the names are names of rock bands or ice cream flavors. A perfect game for your group’s next ice cream […]
The start of a new school year brings excitement, challenges, and opportunities. This one-page devotional resource helps students lead their peers to center their hearts on Christ as they step into their school clubs, classroom, sports field, or friend groups with courage and faith.
Gen Alpha’s School Year Challenges, Ten this facing generation alpha as they head back to school this year. Help for youth pastor in ministry
