It has been several weeks of creating ways to do ministry differently. I imagine by now you have problem-solved some of the challenges of the virtual video platforms and researched solutions. Many groups are experiencing 40% – 60% of their students engaging weekly through the platforms. You may be seeing the same thing and are […]
Category Archives: Strategy
7 Ways To Minister In Times Of Social Distancing
You are in social distancing, so should ministry stop? Absolutely not! Here are 7 ways to minister in times of social distancing. Share Joy The air is heavy, and people are feeling many emotions. Share joy with them during this time! Find videos, photos, memes, or other things that can bring laughter, […]
Stop Doing That
Sometimes it is good to stop doing that – by that, I mean what you have always done or what you know needs to go away. But first, I think you should ask an all-important question, “Why am I doing this?” After almost 19 years of youth ministry, I find myself asking this question more […]
3 Ways To Grow Your Children’s Ministry In 2020
A fresh new year. Blank pages on a calendar. This year, it’s even a fresh new decade! What better time is there for dreaming and visioning, both in our personal life and our ministry life? So for 2020, let’s dream about a few things to grow your children’s ministry! 3 Ways To Grow Your Children’s […]
3 Ways To Grow Your Youth Ministry in 2020
It is probably safe to assume that you would like to see your youth ministry grow. No matter who you are, I believe these 3 ways to grow your youth ministry will help. If you are new to youth ministry, you may not know where to begin. Do you buy the massive unicorn float at […]
ONE WAY TO COUNTER A TOXIC GROUP CULTURE
Toxic people create toxic groups and quickly derail your mission. As leaders, we need to learn how to overcome a toxic group culture. What do I mean? A new student shows up to your group but never returns. A longtime student leaves. Both students say your group has too many cliques. There may be a […]
5 LEADERS YOU NEED ON YOUR TEAM
Do you know what types of people add the most to your volunteer roster? Read to learn about the 5 leaders you need on your team.