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The Body that communes differently
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body that communes differently Joshua serves as the Associate Minister for Community and Faith Development at...
The Body of Rain
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body of Rain Rev. Ben Brown is the Minister of Students at Second Baptist Church in Richmond, VA. Ben is a...
The Body of Christ is..Unity
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body of Christ is....Unity Zeke Stephenson is the Minister of Youth and Missions at Heritage Baptist Church in Cartersville,...
The Body: I Love You
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body: I Love You Laura Edgar serves as the Associate Pastor for Youth, College, and Young Adults at Auburn First Baptist Church...
The Body I Use to Have
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body I Use to Have Originally from Chapel Hill, NC, Daniel Potter serves as the Minister of Youth at First Baptist Church in Columbus, GA. He...
The Body, Broken for You
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body, Broken for You Chris Hughes is a youth minister at Christ Church United Methodist in Louisville, KY. He is a...
When the Body breaks down
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... When The Body breaks down Tim Schindler serves as the Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship at Georgetown Baptist...
The Body of an Unexpected Egg Hunt
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that theme with the blog..... The Body at an Unexpected Egg Hunt Charles Conkin is the Associate Pastor of Central Baptist Church. Charles has been a part...
The Body of a Middle-Schooler
This year's theme is "The Body." Today we explore that theme with.... The Body of a Middle-Schooler Jamie Mackey is the Minister to Students and Families at First Baptist Church of Huntsville, Alabama. He is a long-timer in youth...
The Body and Baptism
This year's theme is "The Body." Today we dive in to that theme with..... The Body and Baptism Ryan Wilson currently serves as a Pastoral Resident at Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. He started at Wilshire in August of 2018...
Learning to Listen to The Body
This year's theme is "The Body." Today we continue that theme with..... Learning to Listen to The Body Chris Hughes is a youth minister at Christ Church United Methodist in Louisville, KY. He is a graduate of the University of...
The Body requires discipline
Our theme for 2019 is "The Body." Today we are exploring that them with the blog..... The Body requires discipline Rev. Justin Cox serves as the Minister to Students at First Baptist Church-Statesville. He is a CBF Leadership Scholar...
The Life of the Youth Cheerleader
Our theme this year "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of the Youth Cheerleader Ginny Richardson serves as the Pastor for Youth and Children at Vienna Baptist Church in Vienna, Virginia (about 20 miles outside DC)....
The Life of Jesus’ Grandad
This year's theme is "The Life...." Today we close out our year with a great post titled...... The Life of Jesus' Grandad Steve Cothran has served as a Minister to Youth and Families since 1990 at 3 churches. He served most recently at FBC Greensboro, NC for almost...
The Life of a Thanksgiving Tradition
This year's theme is "The Life..." Today we continue that theme with..... The Life of a Thanksgiving Tradition Lauren McDuffie is the Associate Pastor at First Baptist Church in Morehead, Kentucky. She graduated from Vanderbilt...
The Life of Someone Else
This year's theme is "The Life...." Today we continue that theme with..... The Life of Someone Else Zachary Helton is the Youth Pastor at Lake Shore Baptist Church in Waco, TX. He writes curriculum, stories, and film reviews at...
The Life of the Pilgrim
This year's theme is "The Life..." Today we continue that theme with..... The Life of the Pilgrim Rev. Ben Brown is the Minister of Youth at First Baptist Church in Waynesboro, Va. Ben is a native of Virginia and has degrees from...
The Life of an (Un)intentional Youth Pastor
This year our theme is "The Life....." Today we explore that with..... The Life of an (Un)intentional Youth Pastor Kyle Caudle serves as the Associate Pastor at First Baptist Church in Winchester, Virginia where he does youth...
The Life of a Grad School Student Husband and Youth Minister
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of a Grad School Student Husband and Youth Minister Originally from Chapel Hill, NC, Daniel Potter serves as the Minister of Youth at First Baptist Church in...
The Life of the Ministry Monster
This year's theme is "The Life..." Today we continue that theme with.... The Life of the Ministry Monster Rev. Dr. Sarah Boberg is the Minister of Youth and Children at First Baptist Church in Red Springs where she serves...
The Life of Jonah
This year's theme is "The Life..." Today we continue that theme with.... The Life of Jonah Andy Farmer is the Minister to Students at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. In seminary, Jonah became my favorite book in the...
The Life of a Mom in Ministry
Our theme this year is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with..... The Life of a Mom in Ministry Sharon Kirkpatrick Felton has been the Minister to Youth and Students at Faith Baptist Church for a year and a half. She has over 25...
The Life of the Juggling Minister
Our theme this year is "The Life." Today we explore that with..... The Life of a Juggling Minister Alex Lockridge started a wonderful journey as the student minister at Corbin FBC beginning in November of 2012. His greatest prayer is that...
The Life of “Those Students”
Our theme this year is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with..... The Life of "Those Students." Adam Tarver is the Minister to Youth at West Hills Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. He studied Religion and Applied Psychology at...
2017 Blog Articles
The Story of Doubts
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of a Bold Parent Leading the Way
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of the Youth Who Wanted to Talk about Ark Poop in Sunday School…A lot…
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of the Accidents
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of an Answer that Reframed My Youth Ministry
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story……to be continued…
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of Being the Only Staff Member at Church One Sunday….
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of the Stories of my Youth
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of feeling content when no one shows up on Wednesday
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of taking 25 people to Target
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Story of the one that got away (or so I thought)
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
The Stories that keep me coming back
This year’s theme is “The Story/The Stories.” Each week our blog will focus on a story from a youth minister. We hope these stories help inspire you in the great work you are doing, as well as let you know you aren’t alone in the crazy, sweet, often hard to fathom...
2016 Theme: The People
The People who are thankful
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People who are thankful Andrew Shaffer is the Minister to Youth and Their Families at First Baptist Dalton, GA. He is a graduate of Mississippi State, Samford...
The People I earned my seminary degree for
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People I earned my seminary degree for Carol Harston has served as Minister to Youth at Highland Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky, since 2007. Born and...
The People who push back
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring... The People who push back Andrew Shaffer is the Minister to Youth and Their Families at First Baptist Dalton, GA. He is a graduate of Mississippi State, Samford and...
The People we need in church leadership
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring..... The People we need in church leadership Daniel Potter is originally from Chapel Hill, NC and is a third year M. Div student at the Wake Forest School of Divinity....
The People who show up
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring..... The People who show up Jen Van Camp has been the youth pastor at Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church in San Francisco, CA for over 8 years now. She grew up in...
The People who use calendars
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People who use calendars Felicia Fox is the Associate Pastor of Students & Families at First Baptist Mount Olive. She is a graduate of the M. Christopher...
The People who are at risk for suicide
Today we have a special writer from the Public Health Library. They reached out to write for us because of the importance of the topic of suicide. September is suicide prevention month. Please read this article and know that as a youth minister you can make the...
The People who taught me what missions really looks like
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People who taught me what missions really looks like Adam Tarver is the Minister to Youth at West Hills Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. He studied...
The People who just don’t get “it”
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People who just don't get "it." Rev. Sarah Boberg is the Minister of Youth and Children at First Baptist Church in Red Springs, North Carolina where she serves...
The People who save us from the lonely island of youth ministry
This year's theme is "The People." Today we are exploring.... The People Who Save Us From The Lonely Island of Youth Ministry Ryan Wilson is the Minister of Missions & Students at Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in...
The People who take risks
This year's theme is "The People.." So today we are hearing some great words on.... The People who take risks Chris Cherry is an ordained minister who received his Masters of Divinity from McAfee School of Theology. He enjoys...
The People who travel
Every week this year we are exploring our theme "The People." Today we jump in to.... The People who travel Josh Beeler is the Associate Pastor for Youth and College at Central Baptist Church of Fountain City in Knoxville, TN. He is...
2015 Blog Articles
How do you teach worship to your youth?
We conclude not only our month on worship, but also another year of the blog here at YMC. It has been a great year, and could not have happened without so many of you sharing your words and thoughts. Thank you so much for making this possible. Today let us...
How do you assist with creative worship aspects that involve youth?
We will continue looking at worship this week with an intriguing question....... "How do you assist with creative worship aspects that involve youth?" Chris Cherry is an ordained minister who received his Masters of Divinity from McAfee School of Theology. He enjoys...
What are some things you do to help your youth connect during worship?
Worship is one of the few areas where the entire church comes together. It is a beautiful thing. This month we are focusing on youth and worship. Today we kick it off with........ "What are some things you do to help your youth connect during worship?" Josh Plant has...
What are some of the joys of part time youth ministry?
We have highlighted some of the struggles of part time ministry this month, but we shouldn't ignore the joys. Today we are focused on.... "What are some of the joys of part time youth ministry?" Ali Chappell is a second year seminary student at Baylor University’s...
What is it like having two jobs?
Today we continue our trend of looking at part time or bi-vocational ministers. The question this week is.... "What is it like having two jobs?" Kristin is a native of Danville, Kentucky and a graduate of the University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and the...
What do you wish church members understood about being a part time minister?
Many churches have part-time ministers, and it would be silly of us to think there aren't some real challenges in doing ministry part time. You might have another job you love and be bi-vocational, or maybe your church simply can't afford to hire you full time, or any...
What boundaries do you have in place to not stretch your ministry too thin?
We conclude our month focusing on boundaries and their place in our lives with..... "What boundaries do you have in place to not stretch your ministry too thin?" Jen Van Camp has been the youth pastor at Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church in San Francisco, CA for over 8...
What boundaries do you have with your youth?
We continue boundary month here at YMC with... "What boundaries do you have with your youth?" Colby Whittaker is the Associate Pastor with Youth and Young Adults at Hope Valley Baptist Church in Durham, NC. He studied religion and philosophy at Georgetown College and...
What boundaries do you have in place to protect your loved ones?
Ministry demands much from us. Our energy, our time, and often those we love can become frustrated if we don't have boundaries to protect their time with us, or to protect them from unrealistic expectations on their role in the church. Today we tackle.... "What...
What boundaries do you have in place to protect your free time?
Boundaries are becoming increasingly hard for ministers to keep. In a world that demands that we give almost all our time to our work, ministry can sometimes be even more demanding with its often weird hours and "always available" mindset. We are taking a month to...
Questions to ask before an international mission trip
"Questions to ask before an international mission trip" Jeremy Colliver is the Minister to Families with Youth at Smoke Rise Baptist Church in Stone Mountain, GA. He is a native of Lexington, KY and received his B.S. in Accounting from Georgetown College and his...
Describe the planning process of an international mission trip?
"Describe the planning process of an international mission trip?" Chris Cherry is an ordained minister who received his Masters of Divinity from McAfee School of Theology. He enjoys foosball and skittles, but doesn’t particularly care for static electricity. He is...