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The Life of the Cry Night
Our theme for 2018 is "The Life." We explore that theme today with..... The Life of the Cry Night Ali Chappel Dehay is a Youth Minister at Calvary Baptist in Waco, Texas. She graduated from Meredith College and got her Masters at Baylor's...
The Life of Discipline
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of Discipline Andy is the Minister to Students at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. I recently attended a summer youth program in worship...
The Life of the Trusted Youth
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of the Trusted Youth Ginny Richardson serves as the Pastor for Youth and Children at Vienna Baptist Church in Vienna, Virginia (about 20 miles outside DC). She...
The Life of a Saint
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of a Saint William serves as Minister of Youth and Young Adults at Derbyshire Baptist Church in Richmond, VA. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religion Degree...
The Life of a grieving minister
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with...... The Life of a grieving minister Rev. Dr. Sarah Boberg is the Minister of Youth and Children at First Baptist Church in Red Springs where she serves with husband and...
The Life of a dual minister family
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with..... The Life of a dual minister family 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 Transition
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with..... The Life of Transition Jamie Mackey is the Minister to Students at First Baptist Church of Huntsville, Alabama. Jamie has been doing this ministry with students for 24...
The Life of a holy disturbed student
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore the theme with.... The Life of a holy disturbed student Alex Lockridge started a wonderful journey as the student minister at Corbin FBC beginning in November of 2012. His greatest prayer is...
The Life of a youth minister of a barely existent youth group
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with.... The Life of a youth minister of a barely existent youth group Adam Tarver is the Minister to Youth at West Hills Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. He studied...
The Life of a Youth Minister
This year our theme is "The Life." Today we explore that theme with..... The Life of a Youth Minister Originally from Chapel Hill, NC, Daniel Potter serves as the Minister of Youth at First Baptist Church in Columbus, GA. He earned his M....
The Life of Scripture
This year's theme is "The Life." Today we explore that with..... The Life of Scripture Chris Cherry is an ordained minister with over nine years of experience in student ministry. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky with his wife Tory...
The Life I live requires exposure
A new year has started and with it a new theme. This year we are focusing on "The Life." All blogs and resources are aimed at this theme. Today we look at..... The Life I live requires exposure Justin Cox serves as the Minister to...
2017 Blog Articles
The Story of wasting my time waiting
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 told quietly
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 letting go
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 last minute addition
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 New Van Tragedy
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 started by a Facebook reminder
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 Shaming
March is here! 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...
The Story of Table Air Hockey
Welcome to March! 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...
The Story of working in a church that wasn’t my own denomination
February is here, and we are well into our yearly theme. 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...
The Story of the Last Time I Played Capture The Flag in the Woods At Night…
February is here, and we are well into our yearly theme. 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...
The Story I long to hear
February is here, and we are well into our yearly theme. 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...
A Story of Hospitality
February is here, and we are well into our yearly theme. 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...
2016 Theme: The People
The People who stay in youth ministry
This week we continue our 2016 theme of "The People." With words about..... "The People who stay in youth ministry" Danny Steis is the Minister of Students at Yates Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina and a Campus Minister at...
The People who love sports
Every week this year is an adventure with the theme "The People." Today we explore.... "The People who love sports" Andy Farmer is the Minister to Students at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL.bio. A few hours before a hyped playoff rematch with their...
The People I like working with
Every week this year we are exploring the theme of "The People." Today we jump in with... "The People I like working with" Jen Van Camp has been the youth pastor at Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church in San Francisco, CA for over 8...
The People who disappear
Every week this year we are discuss the theme "The People." This week we explore.... "The People who disappear" Josh Beeler is the Associate Pastor for Youth and College at Central Baptist Church of Fountain City in Knoxville, TN. He...
The People to Thank!
Every week this year we are looking at our theme "The People." Today we explore..... "The People to thank" Rev. Jessica Tidwell-Weinzierl serves as the Director of Youth at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC....
The People who take risks: Peter
Every week this year we are exploring our theme of "The People." Today we explore.... "The People who take risks: Peter" Chris Cherry is an ordained minister who received his Masters of Divinity from McAfee School of Theology. He enjoys ping pong and skittles, sends...
The people I hope my students are becoming
Every week this year we are exploring our theme "The People." Today we hear about.... "The People I hope my students are becoming" Tim Schindler serves as the Associate Pastor of Youth and Ministry Development at Georgetown Baptist Church in Georgetown,...
The people who energize me
Every week this year we are exploring our theme "The People." Today we hear about.... "The people who energize me" Rev. Sarah Boberg is the Minister of Youth and Children at First Baptist Church in Red Springs, North Carolina where she serves alongside her husband...
The people who get it
Every week this year we will be exploring our theme "The People." Today we will hear about.. "The People who get it" Andrew Shaffer is the Minister to Youth and Their Families at First Baptist Dalton, GA. He is a graduate of Mississippi State, Samford and Truett...
2015 Blog Articles
Top Ten frustrations of youth ministry
All jobs have struggles and joys. Sometimes it is just good to hear that others struggle with you in the same trenches of youth ministry. I hope these help you feel a little less alone today, as we explore... "Top 10 frustrations of youth ministry" Felicia Fox is the...
Top Ten phrases to avoid in youth ministry
There is so much wisdom contained in these words that follow in regards to this week's topic. While summer is very busy for youth ministers I hope you have time to read, as we continue our great countdowns this week with..... "Top 10 Phrases to Avoid in Youth...
Top Ten Movies to show and discuss faith with youth
For June and July we are taking it easier here at YMC. Each week we will be doing a TOP TEN category. Hopefully these will be as helpful to you in your ministry and they have been to me. If you haven't already take time to check out our resource section. We have a...
What does the church need from youth ministry?
We end our month reflecting on big questions this week. It has been a really rewarding month getting to read everyone's thoughts on these subjects. Today we focus on... "What does the church need from youth ministry?" Tim Schindler serves as the Associate Pastor of...
What do youth need from youth ministry?
We plan events, create Bible studies, and generally care for our youth. How often though do we stop and ask ourselves....... "What do youth need from youth ministry?" Rev. Alice Cates serves as the Minister to Youth at Chester Baptist Church in Chester, VA (just south...
Where is youth ministry headed?
Youth ministry changes almost weekly. Different kids show up to each event, sometimes new kids join, old kids leave, etc. With such a flexible ministry it is sometimes hard to effectively plan to far ahead. Today we reflect and think on..... "Where is youth ministry...
Why does Youth Ministry exist?
This month we are going to be looking at some bigger questions for youth ministry. Some of these questions you might have thought through before, or maybe you just take for granted their answers like I some times do. I hope these blogs help you further explore youth...
How do you (as a youth minister) continue to minister to students who are in college?
We build many strong relationships with our students, and just because they are off at college doesn't mean those relationships just disappear. Many college kids turn to their youth ministers to advice and guidance as they traverse the college years. Today we end our...
What are ways your church supports the kids who are in college out of town, but grew up in the church?
The youth who go off to college, can sometimes be "out of sight, out of mind." The church wants to show love to the students that are far away, it just sometimes needs some help knowing how to do that. For that reason, we are asking .... "What are ways your church...
How do you send your youth off to college?
Its hard to say goodbye. We want to remember the old times, while celebrating the new adventure that lays ahead, so today we explore....... "How do you send your youth off to college?" Rev. Alice Cates serves as the Minister to Youth at Chester Baptist Church...
Creating Engaging Youth Spaces
Youth Room, Youth Building, Youth Suite, Youth Lounge, Youth Space….Whatever you call it, it seems that most churches have a place that is specifically geared towards teenagers. I am always looking at ideas of how to make the youth space at my church more engaging for...
How do you help your youth prepare for college?
Graduation is quickly approaching. In the coming months, many youth will transition out of our ministries. How do we help them as they move on? How do we continue to be a support for them? How can we get the church to continue to show them love? There are so many...