Welcome to the Planet is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry, helping students discover their purpose of being here. KEY OBJECTIVES Students will answer the age-old question, “What is your purpose?” They will discover that God placed them here intentionally and on a mission. KEY VERSE “Praise be to the God […]
Youth Ministry Planner Pack is a FREE resource to help you stay organized and accountable. In the world of digital and virtual organizers and calendars, this packet offers you four different single-page planners and organizers in PDFs to easily print out to use as an individual or as a team. Each is a simple way […]
“On Brand” (One Night Youth Ministry Resource) is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry, helping students think about what they are known for in their lives.
Resource Review: “Raising Girls,” a Christian Parenting Book, A Practical Guide to Faith-Based Parenting.” First, I must apologize to the author of this book, Todd Jones. I was so excited to receive this book after reading his previous books and getting to know him over the years. This book sat on my desk for a […]
YRU (One Night Youth Ministry Resource) is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry, helping students to find and own their identity in Christ. KEY OBJECTIVES Students will answer the question, “Why Are You?”. They will discover why they are who they are and how God created them uniquely. KEY VERSE “For […]
PERSONAL NOTE: On Thursday, December 2, 2021, the world lost a giant in youth ministry. Mel Walker was a mentor, friend, and surrogate uncle to me. He was always willing to talk, pray, and guide me through the path of personal and ministry life. We spoke regularly about the future of youth ministry. I can […]
“CONNECT” (One Night Youth Ministry Resource) is a “done-for-you” resource for one complete night of youth ministry programming; EVERYTHING is Included!! KEY OBJECTIVES Students will consider the connections they make with others. They will be challenged to choose friendship and be a better friend wisely. KEY VERSE “My command is this: Love each other as I […]
Successful Big Parent Meetings- Parent meetings can be intimidating but they do not have to be. So many youth leaders/pastor dread these meetings, as moments where they are put on the spot, questioned, or even feel like they are being critiqued. Often younger leaders feel threatened, put-down, or disrespected as they walk away from […]
THE MIDDLE YEARS (5th-9th grade, Ages 10-14) ARE A HUGE TIME OF LIFE TRANSITION. IT MIGHT EVEN BE ONE OF THE MOST SIGNIFICANT TIMES IN A PERSON’S LIFE! Do youth pastors/workers know and understand the transition that is happening in the lives of their students? Do we appreciate the power and the potential for doing effective […]
Helping Students Return to School… Ten Quick Hints and Ideas. 10. Offer Sharing Times, During Regular Meeting Times/Small Groups to Talk, Before and After Their First Week. 9. Be Available Virtually and In-Person After-School for Students That Need to Talk. 8. Support Parents in the Back to School Process. 7. Teach “Back to School” Lesson […]
