Legacy Youth Ministry Resources
Thousands of articles, sermon illustrations, Bible studies and more, all aimed at equipping youth pastors and parents to connect with young people today.
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Motivating Kids
Hints on getting kids involved and taking ownership of ministry.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=40&art_id=100
Leading with Power and Love
Danny Jones, pioneer of Reach Out's youth ministry training in Slovakia, counters our tendency to get on a power trip when we become recognized as a leader.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=30&art_id=27
Family: Don't Leave Yours Behind
Family can't be left behind in order to develop a successful ministry. But it's not worth the cost. If you're too busy for your family, you're just too busy. Veteran youth ministry trainer Jim Burns gives some practical advice
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=30&art_id=24
Working with Adolescents in the Context of Pluralism
The National Director of the Youth Ministries of Campus Crusade for Christ in Spain helps us understand the impact of Pluralism and its implications for youth ministry.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=20&art_id=123
Your Teens Changing World - Part 2
So today's youth are in trouble. In part 2, Walt Mueller answers the question, "What practically can we do to come alongside students and help them navigate these dangerous cultural waters? Although Mueller writes specifically to parents in this section, some of you can substitute "youth pastor" for
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=20&art_id=41
Your Teens Changing World
How have American teens changed from the 50's to the present? What forces and trends currently affect them? Since American media is so globally pervasive, even those in other cultures would profit from this well-researched chapter.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=20&art_id=39
What Do Students Look for in a Church?
Group Magazine recently published the results of a survey of over 10,000 youth who were asked, "If you were choosing a church, how important would the following things be?" The results are thought provoking.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=20&art_id=60
Promote Youth Ministry
A senior pastor challenges Christians: "Youth pastors work on the front lines of all that is cutting-edge in American culture." They should be respected accordingly and set free to do the ministry to which God called them.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=10&art_id=47
Absolutely Incredible Potential of Youth Ministry
Why work with youth? This article demonstrates the incredible importance of investing our lives reaching the younger generation.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=10&art_id=15
Promote Youth Ministry
A senior pastor challenges Christians: "Youth pastors work on the front lines of all that is cutting-edge in American culture." They should be respected accordingly and set free to do the ministry to which God called them.
http://youth-ministry.info/articles.php5?type=2&cat=10