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Discussion Starter: Confederate Flag Targeted After Mass Killing
In the News Charleston, S.C.—Following the shooting deaths of nine African-Americans during a church Bible study, Southern states are debating the removal of the Confederate flag. Alleged killer Dylann...
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Make Your Own iPhone App
Have you been thinking about making your own iPhone app but did not know where to start? A year ago I wrote on column in GROUP Magazine to help youth workers think through the idea of creating an app,...
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Random Randomness
This past week while at a retreat, I noticed our brand new intern laying in the lounge reading a book. From a distance I asked, “Whatcha reading?” To which she enthusiastically replied, “Some book...
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Listening Guide for Youth Ministry
Did you know that as you age your ears keep growing? Yep, one day we’ll all enjoy some big beautiful ears. But it is important that our listening skills grow with our ears. Recent events might tempt...
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Duplicate File Finder: Killer Free App
I have gigs of duplicate files on multiple hard drives, I am wasting so much space! The Duplicate Finder is the app we need! For a limited time we can grab The Duplicate Finder for Mac (which is...
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LTYM: Tips On Growing Your Volunteer Team
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...
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6 Reasons Why Simply One Day Will Reshape Your Youth Ministry
Thousands of youth leaders have already experienced the life-changing, ministry-changing impact of Simply One Day, a one-day Jesus-centered ministry training happening in a city near you THIS FALL!...
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The F-Word
This is a simple thought – one I wish I had greater depth on, but one that is challenging nonetheless. I live my life and make most if my major decisions using the F-word. I’m pretty sure you do, too....
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Tips on Spontaneous Leadership
An upset parent corners you in the fellowship hall. The Senior Pastor pins you down in a staff meeting and demands an immediate answer. A volunteer pulls you aside at an event and throws you a...
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Teaching Students About Sin
Yesterday, I was having a conversation with a student that was really fascinating. She made the statement, “I feel like adults always feel like they need to tell teens the same thing. They tell us...
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FREEBIE: Teaching Outline
Hey Youth Ministry Nation! Hope each of you had an incredible week in youth ministry. How is your summer schedule going? We thought you may like a FREE stand-alone teaching outline for that random week...
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Reframing Jesus: Great Teaching Resource
This Sunday will be week 4 for us in our Reframing Jesus series from Simply Youth Ministry Store. We used it for our Sunday morning program and the students got into it. The questions were great which...
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Discussion Starter: Social Media Filled With Body-Shaming Backlash
In the News Louisiana—After Rachel Taylor, a plus-size woman, overheard a teenage shopper making fun of a “huge” tank top, her initial reaction was tears. It was unintentional, but body-shaming...
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25 Apps for the Youth Worker
These 25 Apps for the Youth Worker are not youth ministry specific, and there are a lot more than 25 apps that I use on a regular basis, but these apps listed will help the youth worker stay connected,...
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Cool for the Summer
Demi Lovato’s Latest Song May Make Parents Hot An article from Jonathan McKee and David R. Smith at TheSource4YM.com An ex-Disney star releasing a sexually explicit song: surprising… or expected? Demi...
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Worst Camp Ever?
The camp had bugs in the beds. Was it the worst camp ever? I’m not sure. Perhaps your story has mine beat. Still, there were insects of all shapes and sizes crawling on the mattresses our students and...
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Lessons Learned Half-Way Through the Summer
I am half way through the summer and I am already exhausted. While others slow down and catch their breath I think we move faster at our house. In our ministry we run day-camps for junior high age...
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Stopping Toxic Volunteers in Their Tracks
Youth ministries are supposed to be communities where teens discover and embrace the love of Jesus, discover his purpose for their lives, and experience being part of the family of God. When toxic...
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Father, Daughter Beatbox: Lessons in Affirmation
Have you seen the viral video of the beatbox battle between a father and daughter? You can check it out here. Watch the video a few times and find yourself impressed by both of their skills. Then watch...
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Discussion Starter: Past Transgressions Cost Duggar Family Hit Show
In the News Tontitown, Ark.—Cable channel TLC has officially canceled 19 Kids and Counting, its popular show about the Duggar family, due to revelations about child molestation previously committed by...
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