by Gary Wake If someone’s driving and they have no idea where they are, it’s helpful for them to stop and figure out where they went off track, so that they don’t move further from their intended destination. There are more directions that churches want to go with youth groups than there are youth group […]
To my Dearest Sojourner in Ministry to Youth, You are wise, my friend, to seek out and learn from the experience of others, others who have been educated with an often painful curriculum. And so, as one who has had the privilege of walking with many who have suffered their way into wisdom in youth […]
Dear Youthworker, First, I think congratulations are in order. You’ve either just gotten this job or somehow survived in it for these last several months and years. Both deserve a hearty “congrats,” and, if we were face to face, a beer (or if your tradition or principles doesn’t allow, then at least a creamy hot […]
Dear Youthworker, For those of you just starting out in youth ministry, I am so excited for you and for the journey you are beginning. Your call to work with young people means there’s a good chance you have a love for duct tape, mud pits, or dodge balls. But it also says something about […]
The importance of time management in ministry can’t be overstated. The most effective leaders will tell you that being intentional with your time will allow you to maintain a healthy balance between work and home life, not to mention – be more productive. Too many ministry leaders unnecessarily wear themselves out and are in desperate […]
Advent is the season of preparation and anticipation of the Christ Child. Christmas is the day we celebrate that God became Emmanuel and lived among us. At most churches, youth ministers have less responsibilities during the Advent season, so stop all the hustle and bustle and have take advantage of Advent. Here are five “musts” […]
Part of CYMT’s mission is to equip churches to have effective youth ministers and we also want the church to have effective volunteers for their youth programs. We know all CYMT churches have volunteers who need to be recognized for their hard work and dedication, so CYMT held its first “More Than a Volunteer” recognition […]
Editor’s Note: The following article is a summary of material presented at the Center for Youth Ministry Training’s conference From Txt2Speech: Proclaiming scripture to youth in a digital age, held Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, 2012 in Nashville, Tenn. Are youth engaged in your youth ministry talks or sermons? Can we give them hearing aides to […]
The Center for Youth Ministry Training is jumping back into full swing this January after a wonderful holiday season. We were excited by the Kingdom work done at all our partner churches. As we head into a new semester, we wanted to give you a brief overview of upcoming important dates. First, we want to […]
Great youth ministry volunteers who passionately care for students, help plan events, teach, and disciple are the common thread among every good youth ministry. If you struggle to find these amazing people, then take some comfort knowing that many other youth ministers also struggle to recruit volunteers. It’s time to learn how to recruit them to your […]
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