Falling Off Your Stepping Stone… Too many young leaders enter youth ministry thinking of it as a temporary stop—a “stepping stone” on the way to what they consider the “real ministry.” But here’s the hard truth: that mindset isn’t just a personal career misstep—it’s dangerous, deceptive, and can deeply hurt the students you’re called to serve
Ugly Truths About Youth Ministry
THE YOUTH MINISTRY HUB: SPEAKER HUB IS HERE! After years of praying, planning, and dreaming, we have moved forward with creating something we’ve felt called to: a Youth Ministry Speaker Hub. The Heart Behind The Speaker Hub We often get asked: “Do you know of an affordable, available speaker?” That same question pops up constantly […]
“A-Way” Style Youth Ministry Leadership… We lead people; that is what we do, but how? Is there “a way” that works? Here are three “a-ways” to leading better in your youth ministry. More often than not, the term “pastor” in our leadership role in youth ministry is interchangeable with words such as “leader,” “director,” or […]
Stockholders vs. Stakeholders in the Church: Why the Difference Matters in Ministry
In the world of business, the terms stockholder and stakeholder sound similar, but they have very different meanings. Let me be clear, while the church isn’t a corporation, this distinction can actually help us think more clearly about how we lead, serve, and make decisions in ministry.
The Hidden Mistakes Everyone Makes in Leading Youth Ministry. Leading youth ministry is one of the most rewarding callings in the church, but even the most passionate leaders often make hidden mistakes that can quietly derail their impact
Equip Volunteers with Cultural Intelligence (CQ) In today’s increasingly diverse and globalized culture, youth ministry volunteers need more than just a passion for student
This is the season of brand new things and brand new people. The Season of “Hiring and Firing” is over, and now you are in your new role! The new ministry year is here, and you WANT to Make Changes…. STOP AND SLOW DOWN!! There are two ways to change: the quick jump and the […]
Gen Alpha’s School Year Challenges, Ten this facing generation alpha as they head back to school this year. Help for youth pastor in ministry
Helping Student Go Back to School, a quick, practical guide to help you and your student get back in the groove of a new school year.
