Sex in a box. That’s the premise of a new reality TV show premiering on WE tv on Feb. 27. These “troubled” couples of all orientations will spend time together in a soundproof shelter while a panel of experts talk about their relationship. Then as the couple emerges from the sex box, they share all about the experience and […]![]()
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Two Sides to Every Sex Box
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I Want To Be Like A Girl
It’s the game we are all talking about.Wow.Yet, let’s talk about what’s really important: the commercials. This year the goal of SuperBowl ads were to tug at our heart strings and make us think. Some were meant to be powerful, but came short.The Nationwide ad about the boy who died immediately became the center of […]![]()
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“No, my spouse doesn’t help with the YM.”
In my 30+ years of youth ministry, my hubby and I did two youth events together. The first one was when I had just started. The second time was when he offered to drive the bus home from a mission trip because we didn’t have a driver with a CDL other than me. Both events […]![]()
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LTYM: WHAT NOT TO DO
In this episode we go to the email bag. Kurt Johnston and I share our thoughts on some things you should do for at least the first 6 months of a new youth ministry job. Also, some things you should not to do. Contact us with questions or topic ideas at talkyouthministry@gmail.com Subscribe and share!!! Hope it […]![]()
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10 Cool and Useful Sites
In no special order for no special reason…just a few sites I hit throughout the week. Factsie: Great place to get random trivia questions (Good for DIY PowerPoint trivia games). Woot: Deal a day with many sister sites. Archie McPhee: Awesome junk! Think Geek: Awesome geek junk. AppShopper: Best (my opinion) app listing and tracking site (the […]![]()
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How Duct Tape Changed This Student’s Life Forever
Workcamps are week-long mission trips where your youth group will work hard repairing homes for people in need, while experiencing the amazing power of community to accomplish God’s work. At the beginning of each Workcamp last summer, 25,000 students across the nation were encouraged to see what Jesus could do with one week of their lives. […]![]()
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Outreach Idea: Talent Show
We put on a talent show as an outreach event. I even did a stupid freestyle rap to help get the word out. Here is a rundown of the event that I sent to all of our contestants: So here is an update on the Talent Show. You will only perform ONE SONG. So leave […]![]()
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How Group Mission Trips Changed Sean’s Entire Church
At Group Mission Trips, we have heard stories from many youth workers who have seen their ministries transformed when students were challenged to serve. For Sean, a youth leader from Franklin, WI, Workcamp impacted more than just his student’s lives. It changed their entire church. Read the full story below: “I will be honest, I […]![]()
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50 Shades of Sports Illustrated
A favorite moment from Sunday’s church service: The reaction of men and women when I said if they didn’t see a big deal in seeing “50 Shades of Grey” that they should invite me to come with and sit next to them. I then offered to likewise go through the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition with […]![]()
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Learning Metrics From Hollywood
I love stats, I am not a huge sports fan but my ears perk up when I hear a conversation about who has the most homeruns, or the longest winning streak, a hole -in-one, and so on. I am not a basketball fan, but I loved watching Michael Jordan. I am not an avid football […]![]()
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#LifeChange Stories from Group Mission Trips
Hey #YMNation! Many of you have probably seen some posts by now about #LIFECHANGE stories from Group Mission Trips. This week, we have been giving away SWEET #lifechange t-shirts in exchange for folks sharing their stories with us. We love all the #lifechange stories pouring in from social media and email. You can still enter […]![]()
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What’s Wrong (or Right) with this Picture?
I saw a graphic that sort of rubbed me the wrong way. Then I wondered… should it? Here it is – I’ll leave it up to you to tell me… What’s wrong (or right) with this picture?![]()
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LTYM: Tips for Getting Students to Participate
Check out this new episode!!! Congrats to Josh Hurley the “WINNER” of the(WHAT IS THIS?) contest!!! Email Bag: 1.I’m new. What do I do? 2.Website or nah? 3.How to get students to participate? Also: Check us out on Itunes!!! Hope it helps, AC & Kurt![]()
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Before You Donate…
For the last two hours I have watched my husband fix two bikes that were donated to the inner city ministry we work for. People know we work with “at risk” students and their families so donations of used items come in often. This is not a bad thing, sometimes we get some amazing things […]![]()
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Your Church Critics
Critics: they’re everywhere! It feels like something in our public air waves has changed and everyone really IS a critic. Is it social media? Is it “post Christian” society? Is it a God-given right? Are we just a grumpier people? I was talking about this dynamic with a ministry friend just yesterday and I don’t […]![]()
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Follow Tuesday – You Won’t Believe #7 On The List!
Youth Ministry has never been more social! There are tons of resources out there that you might be missing from the Simply Youth Ministry Network. Check out these links where we are connected to social media and give a follow… INSTAGRAM TWITTER FACEBOOK PINTEREST YOUTH MINISTRY YOUTUBE SIMPLY YOUTH MINISTRY STORE ![]()
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How to Maintain a Group of Disgruntled Volunteers
This post is focused solely on how to increase your amount of disgruntled volunteers. If you’re already doing some or all of these things then you probably already have a few. So keep it up and watch your group grow. Be vague – Only share the task. Keep the details and your expectations to yourself. Don’t […]![]()
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This Dad Story Will Make You Smile
A TEENAGER TRANSFORMED HAS THE POTENTIAL TO IMPACT EVERYONE AROUND THEM—INCLUDING THEIR FAMILIES. When students serve on a Group Mission Trips, their lives are changed as their eyes are opened to the needs of others and their own need for Jesus. A teenager transformed has the potential to impact everyone around them—including their families. Paul […]![]()
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Did Rob Bell Really Say…?
“Rob Bell is in the news again.” My wife mentioned this to me the other day. I wasn’t aware of all the details in that moment, so I simply sighed. Bell made headlines this week via an interview he and his wife took part in with Oprah Winfrey. The Bells promoted their new book on marriage, […]![]()
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Why My Teen Hates Your Small Group
For as long as I can remember I have been the poster child for relationally driven ministry. Perhaps it’s because I came out of the roller skating party era of youth group where it was more about programs than going deep. Maybe, it’s because all I wanted was a place to wrestle with hard questions […]![]()
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