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How to Manage Different Personality Types in Small Groups
Discussion groups can serve as a tool for education and theological reflection, but managing different personality types in small groups can be difficult.
Insights from a Ministry Innovator
In this interview, Paige Bach shares key lessons that shine light on the perspectives and skills needed for transformational ministry in 2025.
Pastoring After a Disaster: 5 Lessons for Your Ministry
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Rev. Patrick Neitzey and his church learned valuable lessons about ministry during a natural disaster.
Fasting from Hustle Culture: A Lenten Reflection
America’s hustle culture has become increasingly entangled with the Church.
Emily Mastin – CYMT has been a reminder of God's faithfulness in my life
Emily Mastin, class of 2017, recently graduated from CYMT’s Graduate Residency program. Through her three years in residency she has served at Franklin First United Methodist Church, and is continuing to serve her church as their full time Youth Minister now that she has graduated. Emily had a great experience throughout her 3-year residency, but […]
Anna Wheeler – CYMT provides a community that says, “me too.”
Born and raised in Memphis, TN, Anna Wheeler is a woman who will strike you with her huge smile, infectious personality, and gentle spirit. She has known since college that she has a heart for ministry, and it was during her first job after college graduation that she heard her calling to be with youth […]
Sara Quote
“My coach Lesleigh has been a great help during my first year as a youth director. She encourages me with times of prayer and has helped me navigate some of the workings of the church.” “Our classes really force me to think about theology and its connection to the practical parts of youth ministry.” Sara […]
Sam Quote
“CYMT is a program that finally understands the importance of training and equipping youth ministers before throwing them into the church without any direction. In fact, it is more than a program. It is a place where I am mentored and cared about as a God’s Child.” Samantha Tidball, Class of 2010
CYMT adds Memphis Regional Staff
In May 2011, the Center for Youth Ministry Training hired Kris Konsowitz as the Memphis Regional Director. Serving in this role, Kris will be able to make better connections and stronger relationships with churches in the West Tennessee, Eastern Arkansas, and Northern Mississippi areas. Kris has been serving as a coach for CYMT for the […]