When it comes to youth ministry, different people volunteer for different reasons. Some volunteer because they want to help you out, and it has nothing to with a specific calling or sweet spot. Others volunteer because they have a heart specifically for teenagers and a calling to youth ministry.…
Fall is coming fast! A lot of time we have the ability to just fall into fall. Sometime, we do the same thing. Sometimes we get into a routine of trying to one-up ourselves with the next event. In this episode, we discuss fall as it relates to youth ministry. …
In this episode, we discuss things you should be doing with your volunteers seasonally and ongoing volunteer recruitment. We also share tips on how to grow your volunteer team!!! Send your youth ministry questions to us at talkyouthministry@gmail.com Hope it helps, AC & Kurt…
Summer camp is one of my favorite events of the year. I’ve watched God do some amazing things at camp in the lives of students, and even in the lives of leaders. I’ve watched cabin leaders become small group leaders, weekend leaders and even one on one mentors to students.…
Meeting people for the first time is stressful for many, especially when it comes to students. I wanted to give you tips for helping your youth ministry volunteers meet students, because often times, they are meeting students that may not want to meet them.…
One thing Kurt and I love to do is share what God has been teaching us with all of you out there in the Youth Ministry Nation. We are so thankful to be serving alongside you all. I believe there’s a special place in heaven for those who labor on behalf of children.…
In this episode we give some thoughts and ideas on events. We would love to hear from you. So if you have a question email: talkyouthministry@gmail.com. Also, We are excited about Simply One Day youth ministry trainings with Rick Lawrence that are starting up.…
In this episode of “Let’s Talk Youth Ministry,” Kurt Johnston and I talk about what to do when your attendance takes a dive, and ways to become a better leader. We also have a special guest on the show!! But you have to watch to find out who it is… 🙂 Remember to email us your questions at talkyouthministry@gmail.com…
Growing up I’ve had several people in my life that have made a lasting impact. I am totally the man I am today because of the people who took the time to invest in me. I feel privileged to have been able to do the same in the lives of the students I get to invest in.…
In this episode, we discuss modesty in youth group when it comes to clothing by the pool. We also discuss grade transitions: Elementary to Jr. High and Jr. High to High School. Send questions or topic ideas to talkyouthministry@gmail.com. Hope it helps, AC & Kurt…
