Friday Review (11/10/23)
This week’s top articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
The Gospel is Relational (not merely legal)
The Gospel is more than God declaring “Not Guilty!” It’s a restoration into fellowship with our saving God through the finished work of Christ.
What Would Jesus Say About Pride Month?
How can parents and youth workers help Christian teenagers respond to Pride month in a way that ministers to their LGBTQIA+ peers? Let’s learn from the way Jesus cared for people, and do likewise.
It Shouldn’t Be This Way - A Reflection on the Covenant School Shooting
A Nashville area youth pastor reflects on ministry to students and families in the aftermath of the Covenant School Shooting.
Friday Review (3/17/23)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
Friday Review (11/25/22)
A weekly list of helpful articles from other sites for youth workers to read, reflect on, and discuss with parents and volunteers.
Reflections on My Ordination as a Youth Pastor
Not every youth pastor will get ordained - but here’s a glimpse into one youth pastor’s recent ordination process as he reflects on what it meant to him.
Resting in What Jesus Has Done
Do you rest in what Jesus has accomplished, or do you lead as if the ministry is actually on your shoulders? Here are important reminders that have helped me embrace this posture and discover my identity as a youth leader.
Relationship Building Questions for Youth Ministry
What are some good questions to ask teenagers to establish healthy relationships and build trust? Use this acronym to escape those awkward silences. We also share some good questions to transition into spiritual conversations in youth ministry.
Schaeffer on Teaching
One of the most difficult and most important parts of being a pastor is teaching. It requires knowledge, patience, and practice to decide what passages to cover, points to make, information to include, and how to apply them to students’ real lives. The work of Francis Schaeffer has been incredibly helpful in this regard.