5 Things Every Youth Worker Needs To Hear

Posted by on May 23, 2013 in Blogs, Youth Ministry Blog | 0 comments I know, these are probably not things that you hear very often, but I want you to hear them… They are important. You are important. Don’t just laugh and nod your head. Really try some of these =) Be Yourself! God gave you special gifts to use to minister to the students He places in your ministry. If you’re trying to be something you’re not, you’re actually robbing your...
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Oklahoma Tornado Response Ideas

Posted by on May 21, 2013 in Blogs, Youth Ministry Blog | 0 comments   I write this post with a very concerned and sad heart as I collect the news from the devastating tornado in Oklahoma.  All day I struggled with going about business as usual knowing that there are tiny children buried beneath their  school and that people young and old are scared, wounded, devastated, homeless and lost right now.  I prayed… I donated… I prayed some...
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Youth Connections @ Annual Conference!

Posted by on May 15, 2013 in Blogs, Youth Ministry Blog | 0 comments Annual Conference  Youth Connection Opportunities Friday 6/7/13 Load the church van and head to Indy for a day of opportunities for youth to connect during Annual Conference 10:15 AM        Spiritual Gifts Workshop for Youth  12-5:00 PM    Have  lunch, tour the City, visit the zoo, or the Children’s Museum (Teenagers love these places!) then head over to Family Fun Night! 5-7:00...
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A Note to Those Who Work With Youth and Children

Posted by on May 2, 2013 in Blogs, Leadership Blog, Youth Ministry Blog | 0 comments To all who work with youth and children (volunteers, staff, pastors), A few years ago I planted a seed with my then 5 year old. After planting, for the next month he wanted to know everyday why he didn’t see anything, even though we watered it and took care of it.  I told him to be patient, that eventually it would grow and bloom.  But it’s hard to be patient. You are seed planters....
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Cell Phones As Tools For Ministry

Posted by on Apr 30, 2013 in Blogs, Youth Ministry Blog | 2 comments It was a normal youth worship night. I was in the middle of sharing a story that I thought was super important, when I looked out into the back row to see one of my high school students tapping away on his iPhone! This guy was a strong student leader in our ministry and to be transparent, it kind of hurt my feelings that he was so focused on his phone while I was pouring my heart out! After the...
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Confirmation Gift Ideas

Posted by on Apr 25, 2013 in Blogs, Youth Ministry Blog | 0 comments It’s Confirmation time! I love seeing all of the posts and pictures on Facebook about leaders getting ready for their Confirmation Sunday celebrations! I pray that each day is memorable and meaningful, and that each teen confirmed will always know the love and support of his/her congregation and live faithful lives committed to our Lord and His church! I’ve received some messages from...
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