Tag Archive for youth ministry resources

How Adult Gen Zers Tend To Understand...

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10 Insights help explain how adult Gen Zers tend to understand the world

Preaching On Controversial Topics?

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Preaching on Controversial Topics Half of Pastors Worry They’ll Offend Someone if They Preach on Controversial Topics

Top 5 Youth Ministry Books From The...

on November 18, 2019 by

Each of these books has helped me think through key issues related to church ministry and today’s culture

Book: A Biblical Theology Of Youth...

on November 8, 2019 by

Excellent book … those of us who think theologically about youth ministry, and the role of youth pastor, have been waiting for.

10% Of Christian Twentysomethings Have...

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There are four kinds of twentysomething “exiles” making their way in our current day and age

Book: Mentorship And Marketplace

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A New Direction for Youth Ministry

Social media influencing young boys&...

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Book:  boy‘s body  Sport health and physical activity

eBook: 9 Ways Socialism Will Morally...

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Socialism opposes the American Dream, Who suffers the most under socialism, How socialism creates dependence instead of freedom

The Youth Pastor Compensation Survey...

on September 27, 2019 by

One way you can help out your brothers and sisters is by sharing this survey to your network and on other social…

Create Intentional Moments For Your...

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Back to School Plan

“Navigating LGBTQ Issues”

on August 4, 2019 by

…they bring Gospel-centered sense to the head-spinning conversations and debates regarding sexuality and gender

Youth Ministry Summer Reading List

on July 26, 2019 by

As a result of years of research and writing, there are so many great books available that allow us to be mentored…

Gay Girl, Good God

on July 11, 2019 by

The story of who I was  and who God has always been

How To Lead A Mission Trip Parent...

on June 17, 2019 by

The mission trip parent meeting can be one of the most dangerous meetings for a youth worker to lead

How To Face The Pressure Points Of...

on June 11, 2019 by

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...

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A great  Gospel centered book for youth workers parents and students heading to college

The Next Step In Growing A Healthy Youth...

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When you invite students to be co-creators of their own ministry, it boosts their ownership of and commitment to what you are…

Book: Negotiating Your Stepfamily And...

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In the book , ‘Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and The Welcome Mat Out’, I spend an…

Resource: Mentoring Graduating Students

on April 19, 2019 by

How we can help graduating students transition to the next area of life

DYM: Parent Tips Podcast Hosted By...

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FREE podcasts about youth ministry, youth culture… and now they have me tackling parenting!

Book: The Guy’s Guide to FOUR BATTLES

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Every Young Man Must Face!…

Connecting with your child

on April 11, 2019 by

The BEST model for life-changing conversation so you, the caring adult, can connect to the heart of your child

Book: A Visual Theology Guide To The...

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Seeing and Knowing God’s Word

Book: A Different College Experience

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The gospel redeems the college experience. It tells us there is another way

Book: Within Reach

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The power of small changes in keeping students connected

How To Detect Hidden Cameras

on April 6, 2019 by

You might need this if your youth ministry rents out an Airbnb

Detect Hidden Surveillance Cameras With...

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You might need this if your youth ministry rents out an Airbnb

THE BEST APOLOGETICS RESOURCES FOR...

on March 27, 2019 by

Sean McDowell

Book: So The Next Generation Will Know

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Preparing Young Christians in a Challenging World

Easy Spiritual Assessment Tools For Your...

on March 21, 2019 by

A realistic insight into how your youth view their faith

Book: Overrated

on March 21, 2019 by

Are We More in Love with the Idea of Changing the World Than Actually Changing the World?

The StudentMinistry Podcast: YouthPastor...

on March 11, 2019 by

Amazing resource for youth pastors regarding compensation,  raise, taxes, housing allowance, and other pieces of the financial side of ministry.

Book Review: On Preaching

on March 10, 2019 by

On Preaching — Personal & Pastoral Insights for the Preparation & Practice of Preaching

Book: Mentoring The Next Generation

on March 7, 2019 by

Provides a real-world and pro-active strategy to practically connect the generations in your church

How To Help Your Family Grow Together...

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Guest Post By Kara Powell And Steve Argue

Growing With: A Book Review

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A Remarkable Parenting Resource

UK Book: Decades Of Cuts: The..Dismantle...

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Decades of cuts: the policies that dismantle youth work – a new book by Bernard Davies

Flashback: How Serving Changes Kids

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What’s the number one priority our parents list?

Screen Time For Kids?

on February 27, 2019 by

If I can go back and do it all over I would do this

Books: The Parent And Family Ministry...

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Here’s a list of some of our favorite books for church leaders that are building a family ministry in their church.

Evangelism: Conversation Kit

on February 18, 2019 by

Conversation Kits help parents and caring adults talk with their teens about important topics

4 Views On Talking To Teenagers About...

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It reflects the thoughts, experiences, and practical advice of four in-the-trenches youth workers, who have spent years having these conversations

Book: Meet Generation Z

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Understanding and Reaching the New Post-Christian World

Going Deeper….

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“If you know me, you know I…. but if you reallyknew me, you’d know…”I gave them an example

The Source For Youthministry And Parents...

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We’ve amped up the amount of new content we’re adding to each site! Mobile friendly and easier to navigate

Book: Growing With

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Access a wealth of tools to help you nurture faith and family relationships when you preorder Growing With

Podcast For Parents: Mom, Dad, What’s...

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Parents who want to give their kids a healthy view of sex centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ

Book Review: Mom, Dad, What’s Sex? Mom...

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Giving Your Kids a Gospel-Centered View of Sex and Our Culture is a treasure

EIGHTH GRADE’ Film Discussion Guide

on January 20, 2019 by

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“EIGHTH GRADE” FILM

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“EIGHTH GRADE” FILM: A YOUTHWORKER ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION

2019 Youth Pastor Compensation Report

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This is the second year that Dan has published the results of his massive, online survey of youth worker compensation

 

Join The Tech-Wise Family Challenge

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So over the 21 days of The Tech-Wise Family Challenge, we’ll all get to do some

A Very Social Christmas

on December 26, 2018 by

A humorous reminder that our connectedness can sometimes get in the way of actually connecting. This Christmas, don’t be social, be social

 

Helping Parents Who Have Lost A Child

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Book: “Cameron Cole candidly offers practical and biblical advice for those who mourn in Therefore I Have Hope

20 Memorable Family Christmas Traditions

on December 9, 2018 by

Traditions are important for families because they provide opportunities to keep your family legacy going

Keeping Students Committed To Christ...

on November 30, 2018 by

You can’t be a serious-about-faith-and-nurture parent, youth worker, pastor, or educator and not be concerned.

Unleashing youth as co-participants in...

on November 27, 2018 by

5 Essentials to help unleash the passion and creativity of young people in your church

Don’t miss these holiday resource...

on November 27, 2018 by

A gift for your church, your ministry, and your home

Books For Parents

on November 23, 2018 by

Jonathan McKee is the author of over 20 books to parents, teenagers, and youth workers

Who Is Gen Z?

on November 23, 2018 by

In Gen Z Lab we’ve gathered thought leaders to help you understand the unique challenges facing Gen Z and equip you to…

Social Media Detox For Your Teen Or...

on November 13, 2018 by

How to host a social media detox for your teen or tween

Sign Up For This Week’s Top 10!

on November 9, 2018 by

The Youth Culture Report

Book: How ‘Diversity Ideology’...

on November 7, 2018 by

“The Diversity Delusion: How Race and Gender Pandering Corrupt the University and Undermine Our Culture.”

Book: Sex Matters……By...

on November 4, 2018 by

Our culture creates a lot of confusion about sex. Honestly, sometimes it’s difficult to know who’s telling the truth

Digital Radio Theatre: The Legend of...

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But few hear the story of the condemnation that dragged him outside America to a life in chains and what he discovered…

The Forgotten, Epic Adventure Of The...

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The Pilgrim Fathers built the cornerstone for a nation dedicated to faith, freedom, and thankfulnes

Find Your School/Campus Discover Your...

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Find school, get trained, reach the youth of your city!

FREE DVD: One Nation Under God

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One Nation Under God, celebrates and explains the crucial role that God has played in America’s founding and development

The 5 Love Languages And Your Teen

on October 27, 2018 by

After more than 20 years of marriage and family counseling, I am convinced there are only five basic languages of love

Book: Your Teenager Is Not Crazy

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Understanding Your Teen’s Brain Can Make You a Better Parent

Don’t You Walk Away

on October 11, 2018 by

“an essential guide to preventing and stopping bullying behaviors.”

TAKE THE YOUTH PASTOR COMPENSATION...

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Youth workers the information they needed to have an informed conversation with their church about their compensation

Full-Time Youth Pastor Compensation...

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by Dan Navarra

Book: Doing Life With Your Adult...

on October 6, 2018 by

Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

Administration And Budgets

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Annette shares Ministry Architect’s findings as it pertains to budget, staffing, and volunteer norms for children’s ministry and how we can always…

Where Is National Youth Ministries And...

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“We don’t just do these big Jesus camps where kids get all jacked up”

Exploring Teen Suicide Free Download

on September 28, 2018 by

Every year, 5,000 teenagers commit suicide, a number that sadly continues increase

Answering Top Questions From Today’s...

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PART II

Teen Sex: STDs At A Record High… Again

on September 25, 2018 by

Your response to 4-years-in-a-row of STD’s at a record high

Family As A Picture Of The Gospel

on September 15, 2018 by

Scariness that comes with being part of a family in a fallen world?

Helping Parents Prioritize Faith

on September 3, 2018 by

If we’re not careful, the school year will come and go so fast that we might get to June and realize we’ve…

5 Books Every Youth Worker Should Read

on September 3, 2018 by

I REALLY believe they will be a help to every Youth Pastor and Youth Worker.

Orange Tour: A Huge Gift To Parents

on August 30, 2018 by

Orange Tour is a one-day event in 17 cities…Parent Cue Live is a two-hour experience help parents become more connected to your…

Teaching Kids Theology

on August 28, 2018 by

8 Things to Remember When Teaching Kids Theology

Beyond The Screen

on August 25, 2018 by

Youth Ministry for the Connected But Alone Generation

Hope And Healing For Kids Who Cut

on August 25, 2018 by

Learning to Understand and Help Those Who Self-Injure by Marv Penner

Leading A Special Needs Ministry

on August 23, 2018 by

Special needs ministry is no longer a niche topic, but at the heart of serving communities

Flashback Study: Don’t Forget The...

on August 20, 2018 by

Family Relationships are Key to Kids’ Character Strengths

Christian Ethics

on August 19, 2018 by

An Introduction to Biblical Moral Reasoning

Generation To Generation

on August 19, 2018 by

Family Process in Church and Synagogue (The Guilford Family Therapy Series

How We Read The Bible

on August 19, 2018 by

8 Ways to Engage the Bible with Our Students

The Newest On Teens, Social Media &...

on August 14, 2018 by

Only 31% of young people said social media had “a mostly positive effect” on people their age

Apologetics

on August 7, 2018 by

Four things you need to now

Hiring 101

on July 29, 2018 by

In this 4-part online course Kevin Libick walks your church staff or search committee through a process for identifying and hiring a…

Youth Group Games

on July 15, 2018 by

The  Source for youth ministry

I’m A Pastor And I Want You To...

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When believers approach their individual involvement and commitment in a casual manner it weakens the entire body of Christ and the impact…

Book: “Future Faith”

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Ten Challenges Reshaping Christianity in the 21st Century”

Doughnut Appreciation

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Download and cut out the tags we’ve created to let the people your family appreciates

Thriving Values Resources For Parents On...

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Helping You Understand the Times and Know How to Respond

Barna: What The UK Doesnt Know About The...

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Much to celebrate about the work of the Church in the UK. But how are churches perceived by non-churchgoers?