Ryan (he/they) never planned on being a youth pastor. They had volunteered at summer camps and youth-serving organizations in the past, but also had a full-time job that provided a life they were comfortable with. He and his wife weren’t active church attendees, either. As they started their family, however, they both recognized the church […]
Sarah Carlson was a high-achieving, high-anxiety teenager. She constantly pushed herself at school and in extracurriculars. Her schedule was packed with activities that would make her look good to colleges, her parents, and peers. She was always striving, stressing, and never really felt like she could just enjoy being herself. Except at camp. Camp felt […]
For Jeremiah Law, youth ministry was always in the plan. After receiving his undergraduate degree in youth ministry, he joined the Ministry Leadership Center to pursue a master’s and get the support he needed to start his first job as a youth pastor. What wasn’t in the plan was the hurricane. A month into Jeremiah’s […]
This lesson opens the door for honest conversations about mental health. Grounded in scripture, it offers a space for students to reflect on their struggles with anxiety and reframe their thoughts.
Transformational ministry begins with listening. This guide will help you conduct thoughtful interviews to understand the unique needs of those you serve.
This lesson opens the door for honest conversations about mental health. Grounded in scripture, it offers a space for students to reflect on their struggles with anxiety and reframe their thoughts.
Transformational ministry begins with listening. This guide will help you conduct thoughtful interviews to understand the unique needs of those you serve.
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