19
Feb
By Dan Istvanik
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Leading With Purpose (Policies, Procedures, & Processes)

Leading With Purpose (Policies, Procedures, & Processes).  In the heart of every truly thriving church, I have seen is a clear sense of mission—a compelling “why” that drives everything from Sunday sermons to midweek ministries. Unfortunately, I have also seen and worked for those without clarity around their mission.  Understand also, even the most passionate […]

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04
Feb
By Dan Istvanik
Youth Ministry Games, Youth Ministry Resources

“Super Bowl Scavenger Watch” (Dollar Deal)

Super Bowl Scavenger Watch is a fun, night-long challenge for student ministry or even adult groups watching the game.  A simple seated scavenger hunt site game to make THE big game more fun and interesting to watch.  Especially for those youth group parties where not everyone is into the game, students can still watch the […]

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Christ-Centered vs. Student-Center Ministry
29
Jan
By Dan Istvanik
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Christ-Centered vs. Student-Center Ministry

Like many homes where adults choose to make the children the center of attention and decision making, there are ALSO many youth ministries and churches doing the SAME thing.   Like homes that are consumed with making sure children are not bored or unhappy, we as youth ministries may also be unknowingly doing the same thing […]

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