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 […]
MARGIN CREATES MASTERY IN THIS NEW YEAR IF YOU WILL LET IT!
The Necessary, Needed, Notable, or Nice? Better Planning for a NEW YEAR!
Youth Ministry Hub, student ministry resources for churches from Dan Istvanik- 60 Seconds: Better Audience Participation
10 Things That Need to Change in Youth Ministry in 2026
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 […]
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 […]
