Doing Ministry

Lessons Learned Part 2: How a Pandemic is Shaping a Generation

by Cassie Moore | Jun 19, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Summer 2020, Youth Ministry Theory | 0

Our future will undoubtedly be shaped by these times, and those who work with Gen Z must consider the ways this pandemic may affect the youngest generation, and what we can do to continue to work with and reach them right now.

Lessons Learned: How a Pandemic is Shaping a Generation

by Cassie Moore | Jun 17, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Summer 2020, Youth & Culture, Youth Ministry Theory | 0

For those who will work with Gen Z for many years it’s crucial that we consider the ways this pandemic might affect a generation, and what we can do to continue to work with and reach them right now.

Serving in Your Church and Community

by youthESource | May 26, 2020 | Articles - Service, Doing Ministry, Servant Events, Service, Summer 2020 | 0

The experience of working with others, learning in an unfamiliar environment and adapting to new surroundings forces us to examine ourselves spiritually, articulate our faith and strengthen our trust in the Lord! Download the Serving in Your Church and Community guide for more ways to serve.

College Coming Home

by Shelly Schwalm | Mar 31, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Young Adult Ministry, Young Adults | 0

With the help of some wise and gracious 20-something friends, Shelly Schwalm offers some ideas for walking with college students in your midst during this time.

Ambiguous Loss

by Julianna Shults | Mar 25, 2020 | COVID-19, Crisis Ministry, Doing Ministry | 0

Our youth have lost long awaited and meaningful moments, and that loss can be deeply painful. As they grieve, we, as people who love and care for young people in our church, we can be loving, constant and Christ-centered examples of how to manage difficult times.

Intergenerational Connections During Social Distancing

by Julianna Shults | Mar 24, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Intergenerational Ministry | 0

In a time of uncertainty and fear, helping young people and older adults connect can help the light of the Gospel shine through.

Ten Tips for Youth and Young Adult Video Meetings

by Julianna Shults | Mar 24, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Teaching Tips | 0

Sometimes it’s difficult to connect with students face to face. Time, distance or times of disaster might mean that you must use other tools to connect. Video meetings are a great tool to help build those relationships.

Forced Into A New Frontier: Youth Ministry In the Age of COVID-19

by Cassie Moore | Mar 24, 2020 | COVID-19, Crisis Ministry, Doing Ministry | 0

Coronavirus has fundamentally changed nearly aspect of our daily lives. It’s worth exploring how this is affecting our children and youth, how we can attempt to reach them in the midst of this crisis, and how we can take care of ourselves right now as we attempt to serve others.

Youth Ministry Teaching End Goals

by LCMS Youth Ministry | Jun 26, 2019 | Doing Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Seven Practices | 0

Teaching End Goals are 40 statements we pray teens know and personalize by the time they graduate from high school. As youth ministry teaches from Scripture and the Catechism teens will better understand these key tenets of their Baptismal faith.