06
Oct
Oct
Ugly Truths About Youth Ministry
02
Oct
Oct
“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 […]
25
Sep
Sep
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.
22
Sep
Sep
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
18
Sep
Sep
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Equip Volunteers with Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
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
11
Sep
Sep
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 […]
21
Aug
Aug
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Hole-Hearted: Mental Health and Discipleship
Hole-Hearted: Mental Health and Discipleship. I’ll never forget the moment a student looked me in the eye and said, “I know God loves me, but sometimes my brain won’t let me believe it.” It was honest. Brave. And it stopped me in my tracks. That conversation opened my eyes to a reality many of us […]
18
Aug
Aug
Youth Ministry Hints, Youth Ministry Resources, Youth Ministry Thoughts
Understanding Neurodiversity in Youth Ministry
Understanding Neurodiversity in Youth Ministry. Neurodiversity isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a paradigm shift. In youth ministry, it means recognizing that students don’t all think, feel, learn, or relate the same way. Embracing neurodiversity isn’t about doing something extra for a few students; it’s about reimagining ministry so that every student is seen, valued, […]
07
Aug
Aug
MOVING BOXES, MINISTRY FAMILIES TRANSITION…Transition is all too familiar to me. We are landing at our 9th church in over 25 years of marriage and ministry. When packing and unpacking the physical boxes, you also pack and unpack your heart, emotions, and mind. Over the years, we have done the transitions before we had kids. The […]
24
Jul
Jul
In a world scrolling for meaning, spiritual hunger is more real than ever, Are we ready to feed the spiritually hungry of this generation in a Digital World?