AOC…crying over little more than a few police officers and an empty parking lot
3 Barriers To Spiritual Growth Faced By Teens Today
For Christian teenagers, growth in godliness sometimes tends to take a back seat if someone’s not behind them really speaking in their ear and reminding them
Let’s Hear It For The Average Child
To the student who does all the homework in his hardest subject and turns it in promptly…But
My Quiet Times Are Anything But Quiet
I have come to believe that many women are not reading their Bibles consistently
No Teen Is Too Far Gone
There is more grace in Christ than there is sin in the greatest of prodigals
The First 60 Days Of A New Job
Pray that I stick to these things as I begin to learn this new church culture and learn… just learn.
Sexting can ruin a relationship
There are some surprising consequences of hitting send on that sexy picture
BET Awards: Tyler Perry Powerful, Uplifting Speech
When he was 11 or 12, his route to school took him past “pimps, prostitutes” and through a graveyard
Teen Sexting, Risky Behavior And Mental Health...Linked
Teen sexting is associated with mental health issues and risky behavior, according to a new study
Teen Vogue: Sex Work Is ok.....For Teens?
God’s good gift of sexuality is being distorted and denigrated in a variety of ways. What was once unthinkable is now normalized
When Should Kids Get Smartphones?
We asked a group of 1,000 Americans, including men and women of all ages, when kids should get smartphones
U.S. Youth Suicide Rate Reaches 20-Year High
Suicide rates among teens and young adults have reached their highest point in nearly two decades
States That Legalized Pot Now Facing Impact On Teens
“Underage kids have unbelievable access to nuclear-strength weed,” Poses serious risks to adolescents’ physical and mental health
The Character Of Discipleship
The development of character and virtue often feels like a lost art form to the extent that we’ve even begun to lose the language for them
Parents Fighting At Kids Sports Events
Colorado youth baseball game erupts into brawl as parents slug it out on the field
Horns Are Growing On Young People's Skulls...Phone Use?
The prevalence of bone spurs at the back of the skull among young adults.
Flashback: Managing The Anxiety Of Youth Ministry
I didn’t realize how anxious I would feel. My mind raced with thoughts like: What if the group doesn’t grow?
Whoopi May Have A Point On Bella‘s Nude Photos
What happens in the cloud doesn’t necessarily stay in the cloud
MTV Movie And TV Awards Ratings Droped
In the ratings department Monday, as the Zachary Levi-hosted show fell 46% from last year
Mistakes You Might Make In Your Next Family Vacation
The real value of family vacations is not in the activity. It’s for your kids to know you’re crazy about them
New: This Summer Try Vision Casting With Your Leaders
The more time you can invest in your leaders this way, the more likely your fall is going to start off strong
Teaching Kids The Hows And Whys Of Giving
One of the most valuable lessons parents can teach their children about money is how to appropriately give it away
How To Lead A Mission Trip Parent Meeting
The mission trip parent meeting can be one of the most dangerous meetings for a youth worker to lead
1 In 10 Young Protestants Have Left A Church Over Abuse
Younger Christians are more keen to recognize sexual abuse—and less likely to put up with it
Sticking With Youth Ministry For The Long Haul
If you’re feeling discouraged or out of gas in this season of leading, this article is for you
Teen Vogue How To Get Abortion W/out Parental Consent
“having access to abortion should be your right, regardless of your parents’ beliefs.”
Teen Fired From Christian Camp Counselor For Being Gay
He did not personally align with our statements of faith (in particular, one regarding sexuality) we determined we could not use him in this role,”
HBO’s Controversial ‘Euphoria’ Show Targets Teens
Searching for euphoria? She’s searching to numb, to dull, to quiet. Through sex drugs and nihilism.
Breakfast Cereals Still Contaminated By Weed Killer
Cheerios and Nature Valley products, test positive for herbicide that may increase the risk of cancer
Phone Use Linked To Teen Anxiety?
The journal Child Development shows nighttime usage of a cell phone can increase anxiety and depression in teenagers and reduce self-esteem
Kid Collects 1,000 Jars Of PB&J To Help Classmates
Donated 1,033 pieces of PB&J to nine schools including her own
How To Face The Pressure Points Of College
I wish I had read this book before I went to college, and would encourage any incoming college students to read it
Book: Helping Students Follow Christ In College
A great Gospel centered book for youth workers parents and students heading to college
Helping Students Stay In Church Once They Graduate
As your students graduate high school, are they graduating from church too?
Encouragements For Your Graduate
Here are six encouragements for parents to give to their graduate that focus on who they are
The Next Step In Growing A Healthy Youth Ministry
When you invite students to be co-creators of their own ministry, it boosts their ownership of and commitment to what you are doing. It causes ministries to grow in healthy directions
The Cancer Hiding Inside Your Relational Ministry
relational ministry” was threatening my most important relationships.
School To Remove Christian Symbol On Yearbook Cover
Same School that was prohibiting all Christmas-related symbols, including candy canes, Christmas carols, and red and green items, at the school
Pray For Those "In High Positions,"
He ministered to President Trump before public prayer; explains why he did it
Church To Screen 'Arthur' Same-Sex Marriage Episode
We want children to be educated so they can see there’s not just one type of family. Everyone should feel represented. I think we did that with Arthur.”
Many Anorexia Patients Recover Over Time
A long-term Swedish study of around 50 people who struggled with anorexia nervosa in their teens shows that the majority were healthy 30 years later
The Unintended Consequences Of Academic Pressure
we asked students what their greatest source of stress is….“Academic Pressure to Perform.”
Homeless Teen Becomes His High School Valedictorian
His dad passed away earlier and wasn’t sure where he would get his next meal. Earned 3M in scholarships
Florida Governor Signs Ban On Childlike Sex Dolls
Just as viewing child pornography lowers the inhibitions of child predators, so do these childlike sex dolls that have no place in the state of Florida.”
Youth Pastors Are Also Youth Missionaries
Let’s face it… in today’s America, students are not just walking into your church off the streets because they wake up one day and feel the need to go to church.
FDNY Firefighter Attacked By Teens
Off-duty FDNY firefighter attacked by teens after defending elderly couple, cops say
Bad News For ADHD Teen Drivers
Teens with ADHD are significantly more likely to get into a car crash than their peers.
75 US Colleges Have Black-Only Graduation Ceremonies
Neo-segregation: 43% of colleges surveyed offer segregated residential halls
Rest
In fact, that month-long stretch is actually a marker of my own spiritual weakness. Because rest is an important part of what it means to be a follower of God.
Self-Care
So after many seasons of making myself sick in a very real literal way to the point that I actually ended up in the hospital
Teens Are Using Burner Phones To Stay Connected
56% of teens feel anxious, upset or lonely without their phones
Support Same-Sex Parents Plateaus
After a decade of almost continuous growth, the percentage of Americans who favor same-sex marriage remains mostly unchanged since 2017
Reclaiming Friendship in the Social Media Age
Social media promises social connectedness, but it often delivers social isolation
7 Skills To Teach Teens Before They Go To College
So, how do you prepare your offspring for adulthood? Here are some suggestions
Families Are Together And Yet Apart
Adults are almost as bad as teens are, being preoccupied with their phone.
Campuses Ministries Working Together Like Never Before
EveryCampus ’ initiative, a national multi-organizational coalition focused on gospel movements on every campus in America
“Equality Act”: An Assault On Freedom, Privacy And Safety
It puts the full force and influence of the federal government enforcing this law and opposing Christian beliefs
Hamas Cancels Classes So Children Can 'Riot' Against Israel
Susceptible to dehydration & heat-stroke. We call on Hamas to keep their children in school & not endanger them at the riots.”
Homosexuality And Youth
Avera Maria Santo is same-sex attracted. And, she’s a devout Catholic who desires to embrace
Student And Parents Walkout At Colorado Shooting Vigil
Instead of putting together an event to bring people together to mourn, the gun control group brought in activists and Colorado politicians
Pokémon Nearly Toppled Avengers
The strong opening earned Pikachu the number one sport for an opening of a movie based on a video game
UK: Gender Transition Son, 7, And Foster Son, 3, To Female
The parents said they had supported their seven-year-old child’s transition, going as far as to change their legal status to that of a girl
Chips Ahoy! Celebrates Mother's Day With A Drag Queen
Your drag momma, whichever momma, whoever you feel or consider your momma, it’s their day today,”
Converse Highlights Partnership With 11-Year-Old Gay Child
The 11-year-old gay child who is famous for dressing in drag and dancing in gay nightclubs
What’s Hot ?
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies.
Inside The College Sex-Crazed Final Weeks Game
In the final days of college, students devise a bucket list of classmates with whom they want to get cozy
Kate Miller-Heidke Sings On Post-natal Depression
She hopes, will “make people feel less alone, especially with an experience as lonely as depression”.
Book 4 Guys Topics: Fortnite, Weed, Porn And Self-esteem
The four biggest distractions today’s guys face: SCREENS, SUBSTANCES,SEXUAL TEMPTATION,STRUGGLES WITH SELF
4 Battles Every Young Man Must Face
It’s never been harder to be a guy than right now and they need our help! Young men face more distractions to godly living than ever before
Getting Parents Involved In Youth Ministry
One of the most common complaints I hear from student pastors is that they are having a hard time getting youth parents to engage in their ministry.