ONY VILLAFANE, based in the heart of Lancaster County, PA, I’m serious about Jesus, and I try not to take myself too seriously. Whether I’m preaching to students, coaching leaders, or trying (and failing) to keep up with Gen Z/Alpha culture
The Evangelistic Youth Ministry, If you grew up, like I did, in an American church youth group, it’s likely you will resonate with the following description of American youth ministry. You spent an hour or two a week in a “youth room,” sitting on folding chairs or donated couches, singing (with or without the aid […]
Full Pogo Jousting: The Ultimate Balance Battle Game. If you’re looking for a high-energy game that will have everyone laughing, Full Pogo Jousting is a perfect choice. This fast-paced challenge combines balance, speed, and a little friendly competition as players bounce toward each other on pogo balls and attempt to land the winning tag with a pool noodle.
They Aren’t Opening Up in Small Groups?
If your students (or adults) aren’t talking, it’s not random—it’s revealing. Silence is feedback. And most of the time, it has less to do with them and more to do with the environment we’ve created.
PAUL TURNER has been in Youth Ministry for over 35 years and has been a camp and retreat speaker for over 20 years. He coaches and trains youth pastors through his YouTube channel, books, and resources. Paul is also the host of the Youth Ministry in Motion Podcast
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..
Blind Pudding Hopscotch- A messy, hilarious twist on hopscotch—players are blindfolded and must cross a taped grid while avoiding hidden puddles of pudding.
Why Your Youth Ministry Might Need a Mascot (Yes, Seriously) This might sound strange at first. You may even dismiss the idea right away. But stay with me for a minute. Before you go too far, don’t picture a youth leader wearing a giant animal costume. That’s not the kind of mascot I’m talking about […]
Make Your Ministry Better This Fall … Fall is a natural reset for ministry. Schedules return, rhythms stabilize, and people are ready to re-engage. You don’t need a massive overhaul to see meaningful impact—just a few intentional shifts. Here are ten quick ways to strengthen your ministry this fall: 10. Simplify Your Focus Don’t try […]
DAVID YIRDAW is passionate about meeting people in their everyday places and connecting them to God’s transformative work and power in their live
