A few weeks ago, I posted five reasons for the current shortage of youth pastors. My reasons were: 1.) Economic Challenges 2.) High Burnout. 3.)Cultural & Generational Gaps. 4.) Lack of Professional Development and Support. 5.) Shifting Vocational Aspiratatoins. Many have responded with their own ideas and reasons. Here are FIVE more reasons behind the […]
A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN…You know the scene. The outlaw in the black hat walks down the dusty street, then out steps the guy in the white hat. He announces, “I am the new sheriff in town”, with his hand resting on the handle of his six-shooter. It is a scene that plays in my […]
nvolving Your Son in Ministry: a top ten list of why you should invite your son to be involved in your life in ministry as a pastor.
Love & Youth Ministry Work, quick youth pastor reflections from Marcus Buckingham’s book “Love and Work”. Hints and Helps.
More than Brain Rot? Youth Pastors, Teachers, and Parents Confusion to Understand Gen Z and Alpha Slang is Not Something New. Before you make fun of this generation of young people by rolling your eyes in person or posting a snarky video online, stop and consider some things. Especially if you are going to be […]
Don’t Walk This Tightrope Alone- the Nets of youth ministry of the internet, networks and our net worth in Christ as a youth pastor
Taylor Swift & Youth Ministry: ten thing a youth pastor can learn from Taylor Swift, hints and helps for the every day student ministry
Understanding the Youth Pastor Shortage: Five Key Reasons For more than half a century, the role of a youth pastor has been pivotal in shaping the spiritual lives of the next generation of the American church. However, many churches across America over the last few years, especially since The Pandemic, are struggling to find someone […]
The “Youth Ministry Unreasonable Hospitality” idea came from a talk Will Guidara gave recently at the Global Leadership Summit at Willow Creek Church. As I heard Will explain his journey and story to Unreasonable Hospitality, I thought about youth ministry. Creating memorable experiences that resonate deeply with young people in youth ministry is key to fostering […]
My 20-year-old daughter just wrapped up an 11-week internship at the Global Leadership Summit on the Next Gen Team. I had the privilege of watching her lead a team of 25 other interns, ages 8 to 24, for the summit week. I watched her host, interact with, and lead meetings with presidents and CEOs of […]
