Ministry Movement to Memorial
08
Aug
By Dan Istvanik
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Ministry Movement to Memorial

Ministry Movement to Memorial: The Stages of Church’s Life. Ministries and Churches, like any other organization, experience different phases throughout their existence. These stages have been described by some using the four key points: Movement, Momentum, Monument, and Memorial. Each stage represents a distinct phase in the life of a church, reflecting its growth, challenges, and […]

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25
Jul
By Dan Istvanik
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Thoughts

Effective Teaching Through Storytelling

Effective teaching through storytelling in teaching within your youth ministry can significantly improve engagement and learning. Storytelling has always been a powerful teaching tool throughout human history, even including Jesus’ use of parables.   Here are some helpful tips to enhance your youth group lesson through storytelling:  Know Your Audience: Understand your student’s interests, backgrounds, […]

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Christ-Centered vs. Student-Center Ministry
22
Jul
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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