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A Hope that Endures: Developing Resiliency in Teens
by Karen Merritt | May 9, 2022 | Adolescent Development, COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Seven Practices, Spiritual Development, Spring 2022, Youth & Culture | 0
Now more than ever our children need to develop resiliency skills as they face the after-effects of the pandemic as well as the ongoing repercussions of social and political unrest. In Youth Ministry we can help them to identify their feelings and see where God is with them and working in them to develop endurance, hope and resiliency.
Read MoreWe’re All in This Together: How to Hand-off Well in Youth Ministry
by Sarah Dibbern | Apr 19, 2022 | Doing Ministry, Intergenerational Ministry, Middle School Ministry, Spring 2022 | 0
Congregations should be thinking about how we help young people transition from their first Sunday school class through into adult ministry. In youth ministry, we specifically think about how we transition junior high youth and confirmation into high school, and championing the supportive adults who get to care for them next. We can help our young people stay engaged in God’s Word, excited for the adventures that await them in their next stage.
Read MoreMind the (Age) Gap: Joys and Challenges of Combined Junior and Senior High Ministries
by Kristin Schmidt | Apr 4, 2022 | Doing Ministry, Middle School Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Spring 2022, Youth Ministry Theory | 0
Many youth leaders, especially in recent years, find themselves faced with the task of combining younger and older student groups. This article is going to explore some of the benefits and pitfalls you might face when leading youth ministry with both Jr. High and High School together!
Read MorePressing Reset on Ministry
by Blake Brockman | Mar 23, 2022 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth Ministry Theory | 0
COVID has changed so much in so many different ways – for good and for bad. As you look to restart, revitalize, and reshape your ministry in the upcoming months, here are three steps you can take. As you do, remember that God is with you and guiding you.
Read MoreUnder Construction: Rebuilding and Refreshing Relationships Post-Pandemic
by Kristin Schmidt | Mar 14, 2022 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth Ministry Theory | 0
As churches continue to emerge from the challenges of the pandemic, it’s important to assess what and how we need to rebuild. In this article we will look at how we might rebuild relationships that need attention post-pandemic.
Read MoreLoving Youth When Transitions Are Vulnerable
by Brandon Metcalf | Jan 27, 2022 | Adolescent Development, Doing Ministry, Practical Youth Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth & Culture | 0
As youth leaders, we know that transitions can be vulnerable. We should not be passively waiting on the other side of the transition, the new phase of life, hoping that they make through with their faith. This article talks about how to walk with them through the valley, through the newness, through the changes and connect them to the God who does not change, who is always faithful.
Read MoreFlexibility in the Face of Adversity
by Heather Hardecopf | Jan 21, 2022 | Doing Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth & Culture, Youth Culture, Youth Ministry Theory | 0
Since March of 2020, COVID has drastically changed how Christians around the world see things. We can trust that through faith, God gives us the character and flexibility to not only face change but to allow it produce strength and hope that does not break. In this article we look at how to help youth face of change and adversity while maintaining our faith and integrity?
Read More3 Transitions you may be Forgetting in Youth Ministry
by Blake Brockman | Jan 18, 2022 | Doing Ministry, Growing Up, Practical Youth Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth & Culture | 0
Nearly every church is aware that they need to support young people as they transition out of high school. There are other transitions, however, that youth ministry leaders are less conscious in helping navigate.
Read More5 Transitional Skills You may be Forgetting
by Blake Brockman | Jan 13, 2022 | Doing Ministry, Growing Up, Practical Youth Ministry, Winter 2021, Youth & Culture | 0
Helping young people with life-transitions is a blessing. As the church, we are in a wonderful position to speak into and assist in these moments of transition and helping develop skills they need to stay healthy and Christ centered. Here are five transitional skills you might not plan for.
Read MoreSolo, but Not Alone: Blessings and Burdens of Being Single in Youth Ministry Leadership
by Kristin Schmidt | Dec 21, 2021 | Doing Ministry, Life as a Youth Worker, Practical Youth Ministry, The Youth Worker, Winter 2021 | 0
As a single adult serving in ministry, you experience both blessings and benefits in serving youth ministry, provided appropriate boundaries and cautions are followed. We do not know what the Lord ultimately has planned for our futures, but this article reminds us God calls us to serve as whole and complete in Christ, regardless of our relationship status.
Read MoreHitting Singles, Not Home Runs in Youth Ministry
by Blake Brockman | Dec 7, 2021 | Doing Ministry, Programming, The Youth Worker, Winter 2021, Youth Ministry Theory | 0
Baseball can be a good metaphor for ministry. Sometimes in the pursuit of hitting home runs, we try push too much too hard. Instead, think about how you can hit singles and work simple, relational things to help develop youth ministry.
Read MoreAdvent and Christmas Social Media
by Julianna Shults | Nov 23, 2021 | Advent, Church Seasons, Doing Ministry, Media & Technology, Winter 2021 | 0
Here are some social media images for Christmas and Advent
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