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
The new year is finally here. 2026 has arrived, and it is a perfect time to change things up a bit in your youth ministry by making “every week special“. There is a variety of ways to do this (click here). One easy way is to celebrate what we call in our ministry “Hilarious Holidays.” […]
YOUTH GROUP CHRISTMAS PARTY: YOUTH MIN HUB RESOURCES Lesson/Game Package: “Uncommon Cents” (One Night) 20 Christmas Time Movies” Games: Relay Races Big Group Games Small Group Challenge Big Group Elimination Game Scavenger Hunt Collection Screen Game Collection: “Stocking Stuffer” . “Naughty or Nice Price” . “Santa Claus or Fluffy Paws” Wacky Winter Game Collection December Theme […]
DAVID YIRDAW is passionate about meeting people in their everyday places and connecting them to God’s transformative work and power in their live
Youth ministry can be one of the most amazing and rewarding jobs, but it can also be one of the most draining and exhausting. Make sure you continue to take time to recharge, refresh, and relax.
One Nights are all-inclusive, “done-for-you” resources for one complete night of youth ministry, with everything you need to have maximum impact with minimal preparation for your youth group gatherings. WHO IS ONE NIGHT FOR? For ministry with middle school or high school students. One Night is designed to be easily used by everyone—from new volunteers […]
When it comes to your volunteers and adult leaders, SPOIL THEM this Christmas!! Seriously…if you have adults who are volunteering in your ministry and doing a great job, make sure they know they are appreciated. Especially this year with so many people no longer attending church, let alone serving. Let those who work for and […]
ALEX MCELROY is an apologist, international speaker, TEDx speaker, leadership advisor, author of Blueprint for Bible Basics, President and Founder of Proof For The Truth Ministry, and formerly the Pastor of Education at New Life Covenant Southeast Church.
60 Second Hint/Help: Using Movie Clips and Media. The right clip can make a lesson pop—but the wrong one can distract or derail. Want to use media wisely? Here’s how: 1. Make It Mission-Centered. Ask: Does this clip support the message—or just entertain? If it doesn’t move the lesson forward, skip it. 2. Keep It […]
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO CELEBRATE WITH YOUR STUDENTS DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER!? WANT TO CHANGE IT UP A BIT FOR THE CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY PARTIES. NEED A FUN THEME FOR FOOD, GAMES, OR EVEN A LESSON THIS MONTH? HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO “MAKE EVERY WEEK SPECIAL” IN DECEMBER BY CONSIDER THESE HILARIOUS HOLIDAYS… Dec. 5th: […]
