Splitting your youth group into separate middle school (grades 6–8) and high school (grades 9–12) ministries can spark intense debate among church leaders and volunteers. Should you split your youth group, or keep everyone together? The right answer often depends on your church’s size, culture, staffing, and discipleship goals. In this post, we’ll weigh the […]
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Youth ministry is a calling filled with incredible highs: students discovering their faith, worship nights where the Spirit moves, and lives changed for eternity. But let’s be honest—ministry also has its share of tough moments. One of the hardest challenges? Disruptive kids. Whether it’s the chatty group during your message or a student constantly pushing
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Hey, youth leader! Social media can feel like a digital jungle. Maybe it’s not your thing, and that’s OK. But here’s the deal — social media is a powerful tool for real connection. It’s worth stepping out of your comfort zone. The goal? Building real relationships and spiritual growth. So, let’s dive in and discover
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“I didn’t get into youth ministry to spend hours writing curriculum. I want to spend meaningful time with students.” A friend shared this sentiment with me during lunch recently. And honestly, he couldn’t be more spot on. We didn’t dive into this journey for paperwork – we signed up for the people work. A well-structured
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