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17
Jan

January 17, 2026January 17, 2026 By Dan Istvanik

Uncategorized, Youth Ministry Games, Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Humor, Youth Ministry Lessons, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

The Youth Ministry Speaker Hub

THE YOUTH MINISTRY HUB: SPEAKER HUB IS HERE! After years of praying, planning, and dreaming, we have moved forward with creating something we’ve felt called to: a Youth Ministry Speaker Hub. The Heart Behind The Speaker Hub We often get asked: “Do you know of an affordable, available speaker?” That same question pops up constantly […]

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16
Jan

January 16, 2026January 17, 2026 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Humor, Youth Ministry Lessons, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Featured Speaker of the Week: Tony Villafane

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

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15
Jan

January 15, 2026December 28, 2025 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Thoughts

Cost of Being a Developer

The Cost, If You Really Want to Be a Developer… Everyone says they want to be a “developer” — someone who helps others grow, who builds people instead of platforms. It sounds great, right? But here’s the truth: if you really want to be a developer, it’s going to cost you. You’ll have to surrender […]

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14
Jan

January 14, 2026January 14, 2026 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Games

Game of the Week: “Fresh Roasted”

Brewing up a fresh Venti cup of trivia from everyone’s favorite coffee chain, Starbucks. How much do your students know about this place on every corner around the world? Pour over these questions, and your students grind up the answers! Play it as a sit-down small group game or an up-front face-off challenge. A 10 […]

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13
Jan

January 13, 2026December 28, 2025 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Hints

60 Seconds Hint: Mentoring a Young Leader

60 Second-Read to Help You In Everyday Life, In the Trenches Ministry… Mentoring Young Leaders 1. See them before you shape themYoung leaders don’t need to be fixed—they need to be noticed. Call out what you see God already doing in them before giving direction. 2. Give real responsibility earlyNothing grows leadership like ownership. Start […]

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12
Jan

January 12, 2026December 28, 2025 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Margin Creates Mastery

MARGIN CREATES MASTERY IN THIS NEW YEAR IF YOU WILL LET IT!

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08
Jan

January 8, 2026December 28, 2025 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Necessary, Needed, Notable or Nice?

The Necessary, Needed, Notable, or Nice? Better Planning for a NEW YEAR!

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07
Jan

January 7, 2026November 14, 2025 By Dan Istvanik

Youth Ministry Games

Wacky Winter Games

Wacky Winter Youth Group Games is a collection of TEN Winter Time Games for Youth Ministry. Perfect to create a whole event night for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or anytime! These games will be in any setting and take minimal supplies and set up. Play one game a week for the entire winter, enough games to […]

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