Basic Explanation: Players must identify the famous, fabulous celebrity in the yearbook picture. Gameplay: Up-Front Face-Off: 2 players come to the front and “face off” to see how many they can guess correctly. Reveal the challenge slide and then answer slides, one by one. Includes: Full PowerPoint Presentation Full Set of JPG Slides (to use […]
Change Your Attitude One Night is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry. KEY OBJECTIVES Help students examine their negative and bad attitudes. They will reflect on how one wrong attitude in their lives can lead to another, leaving them stuck. This lesson will challenges them to change their attitude. KEY VERSE […]
10. I started coming because of your excellent branding, logo, and super cool ministry name. 9. We all really feel like you should dress more like someone our age and not like your age, so you can be more relevant. 8. Tonight was way too much fun. 7. Please stop sending me personal handwritten encouragement notes. […]
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.
INCLUDING PARENTS IN SUMMER TRIPS, Summer trips (camps, conferences, missions trips…) can be a massive moment in the life of children and teens to create memories that last a lifetime. In many ways, it is a rite of passage. Even if the location is not that far away, it may be the first extended time away from […]
Five Ticking Time Bombs Are Hidden and Time is Running Out. Which Team Will Find Them A favorite around our ministries for many years. The perfect game for retreats, camps, & lock-ins. A great scenario for your next Nerf Wars Night, as well. A game you will play again and again. Well worth the setup and […]
Basic Instructions” 7-Minute Sunday” is based on the “7-Minute Rule” of Differentiated Teaching. It is a fresh NEW way of doing Sunday school that will change the way you see your Sunday Morning. This is a “done-for-you” resource for a complete Sunday morning of youth ministry. KEY OBJECTIVES Students will know the basic of connecting with and […]
June Hilarious Youth Ministry Holidays. A collection of fun ways to make every week special for your youth group this month! June 1st: National Dare Day. Perfect day for crazy youth ministry challenges and games!? June 5th: National Frozen Yogurt Day: Take the group out for Frozen Yogurt and Celebrate. June 8th: Best Friends Day: Perfect invite a […]
DEB SCHROEDER has spent over 28 years working with teens in churches, schools, and community programs. At her core, she is passionate about helping teens feel seen, valued, and understood while equipping the adults in their lives to respond in ways that build trust and strengthen relationship
Developing and encouraging youth ministry volunteer leaders is crucial for a thriving program. Here are ten simple weekly strategies: 10. Personalized Check-Ins: Send a personal message or make a quick call to check how they’re doing. 9. Affirmation and Encouragement: Highlight a volunteer’s contribution during a meeting or in a group chat. 8. Prayer Support: Pray specifically for […]
