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Category: Leadership Development

  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Modeling Christlike Discipleship

“Follow my example as I follow the example of Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 11:1 “Your…

  • by Austin Petellin
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on April 28, 2026April 22, 2026

4 Strategies for Rethinking How We Invite People into Serving in Youth Ministry

Youth ministry is at its best when it has a team of engaged and dedicated…

  • by Bethany Acre
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on April 14, 2026April 13, 2026

The Quiet Impact of Faithful Volunteers Students Never Forget

If you grew up attending a local youth group, I think it is safe to…

  • by Jen Willard
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on March 24, 2026September 3, 2026

5 Ways to Support Students’ Emotional Health at Large Events

Youth camps. Concerts. Conferences. Theme parks. Large event gatherings with so many like-minded people can…

  • by Melissa Dees
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on February 24, 2026July 29, 2026

Integrating Mental Health Tools with Spiritual Practices

At the time of writing this article, it’s (still?) January, and we’ve noticed the teens…

  • by Rhonda McGinnis
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on February 10, 2026July 30, 2026

More Than a “No”: Why Youth Leaders Need Healthy Boundaries

What does the word “boundaries” mean to you? Over the years, the term has come…

  • by Arielle Marston
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on December 25, 2025July 30, 2026

The Impact of Faithfulness in Youth Ministry

Thank you, youth leader, for the ways you show up, share life, and model grace,…

  • by Justin Pickard
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on December 14, 2025July 29, 2026

Celebrating the Unique Calling of a Youth Pastor

Buddy the Elf said it well when he said, “Christmas is coming! That’s my favorite…

  • by Jana Burnham
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on October 14, 2025July 29, 2026

Creating Rhythms for Holy Moments with Your Family During the Holidays

When I was young in ministry and I had young kids, I wanted to build…

  • by Drew Aaron
  • Leadership Development
  • Posted on September 23, 2025July 29, 2026

Creative Ways to Invite Your Senior Pastor into Youth Ministry

In today’s church landscape, it’s surprisingly easy for ministries to become siloed—functioning under the same…

  • by Serena Kleppinger

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