Fall 2021

Giving Comfort to Hurting Teens

by Karen Merritt | Oct 21, 2021 | Crisis Ministry, Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Practical Youth Ministry, Seven Practices, Supportive Adults | 0

Chances are, if you’ve been working with you for any length of time, one of your youth has come to you asking to talk. As teens encounter struggles and crisis, as a youth leader, you may be someone they can trust in a difficult time. What a blessing and responsibility it is to walk alongside these teens as they navigate through life’s challenges! This article walks through some key things you need to keep in mind as teens come to you in their difficult moments.

Devotion – God’s Promises When You Are Called to Lead

by Thomas Wiemer | Oct 20, 2021 | Devotions, Fall 2021, Free Resources | 0

In order to lead in a God-pleasing way, it should come from a humble servant heart, just as Jesus modeled throughout His life.

Practical Ways to Navigate & Educate on Mental Health

by Emily Phoenix | Oct 14, 2021 | Adolescent Development, Crisis Ministry, Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Youth & Culture | 0

We need to talk more openly and honestly about mental health, especially in the Church. Supportive adults can pause and educate ourselves and others about how to care for young people’s mental health in a Christ-centered way. Here are some practical ways to navigate & educate on mental health in your youth ministry.

Devotion – God’s Promises in times of Grief

by Thomas Wiemer | Oct 13, 2021 | Devotions, Fall 2021, Free Resources | 0

From the first death of a pet to losing an aging relative, sooner or later we will all experience some sort of grief or loss. During these times, it is important to remember God’s promises that He has given throughout Scripture.

Devotion – God’s Promises During Times of Fear

by Thomas Wiemer | Oct 6, 2021 | Devotions, Fall 2021, Free Resources | 0

There is a lot to fear in our lives, but it is important to remember God’s omnipotence in times of fear.

8 Ways to Care for Yourself as You Care For Youth

by Blake Brockman | Oct 5, 2021 | Adolescent Development, Crisis Ministry, Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Youth & Culture | 0

Serving in youth ministry professionally or as a volunteer is a awesome vocation, but it can also be incredibly difficult. This article has Eight tips to help maintain your mental health as you care for young people in your church.

Starting a Campus Ministry

by youthESource | Sep 30, 2021 | Campus Ministry, Fall 2021, Young Adult Ministry | 0

If you have an interest in doing campus ministry, don’t wait to start. Here are ten steps you can use to start a campus ministry in your congregation.

How to Integrate Youth into the Larger Church Community (Part Two)

by Ben Meyer | Sep 27, 2021 | Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Intergenerational Ministry, Seven Practices, Supportive Adults | 0

Finding ways to incorporate youth into the larger ministry of a congregation isn’t difficult, but it does take intentionality to make it happen. In the second part of this article, we talk about specific ways that you can help youth connect intergenerationally in your congregation.

Short Prayers for a Big Future: For Pressure

by Cassie Moore | Sep 22, 2021 | Devotions, Fall 2021, Free Resources | 0

While other generations have experienced challenges, many of today’s teenagers are struggling to cope. The reasons why don’t really matter nearly as much as our response to their pain. Join us for praying for the pressure our young people feel

The Beauty of the Intergenerational Church (Part One)

by Ben Meyer | Sep 20, 2021 | Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Intergenerational Ministry, Seven Practices, Supportive Adults | 0

The gathering and sharing of life together of young and old is one of the blessings and beauties of the church. But are there ways in which life together can extend beyond being together for worship? And why is it important that young and old share life together?

Looking for Someone New?: Identifying and Using Supportive Adults Outside of Active Youth Leadership

by Kristin Schmidt | Sep 16, 2021 | Doing Ministry, Fall 2021, Practical Youth Ministry, Supportive Adults | 0

Youth Leaders should find ways to incorporate helpful adults from all places in the congregation. Recruiting adults outside of youth ministry leadership can help develop champions for young people and enhance youth ministry, young people and youth ministry leaders.

Short Prayers for a Big Future: For Character

by Cassie Moore | Sep 15, 2021 | Devotions, Fall 2021, Free Resources | 0

Our younger generation is still building resiliency of character. They lack experience and are still developing their understanding of self. Supportive Christian adults can be powerful in their lives to help point them back to Jesus in tumultuous times. Join us in praying for the character of our youth people.

Giving Comfort to Hurting Teens

Devotion – God’s Promises When You Are Called to Lead

Practical Ways to Navigate & Educate on Mental Health

Devotion – God’s Promises in times of Grief

Devotion – God’s Promises During Times of Fear

8 Ways to Care for Yourself as You Care For Youth

Starting a Campus Ministry

How to Integrate Youth into the Larger Church Community (Part Two)

Short Prayers for a Big Future: For Pressure

The Beauty of the Intergenerational Church (Part One)

Looking for Someone New?: Identifying and Using Supportive Adults Outside of Active Youth Leadership

Short Prayers for a Big Future: For Character

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