My Initial Reaction to the Sidekick Launch LiveStream
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Dec 2023
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Nov 2023
Take Some Time Off to Plan Your Youth Ministry
It’s (almost nearly) Christmas!
I know that means a lot of your ministries are going nuts. There are parties galore and lots of desserts being passed around. But January 1 is coming.
Do you know what next year holds for …
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Nov 2023
What to do when no one shows up for youth group?
I remember quite vividly the night it happened. We had planned for Youth Ministry to proceed as usual that Sunday evening. Even though it was a holiday and we expected our numbers to be low, we did our best to …
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Nov 2023
Network and Build Stronger Youth Ministries
Ministry can be a solitary journey, but it doesn’t have to be. In this post, we’ll explore the immense value of networking with other youth pastors. Building a community of like-minded individuals can lead to more vibrant and effective youth …
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Nov 2023
Creative Ideas for Indoor Youth Ministry
As it gets colder outside, you probably are going to start thinking that doing indoor events is the way to go. You’ve had your fun fall festival and annual bonfire, but now it’s just too cold to be outside! Or …
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Oct 2023
Spooky Season is Here!
Hey youth pastor!
This week is Halloween. You probably already knew that from all of the social media posts with your students going around and hitting every trunk-or-treat in the tri-county area.
But what are you doing for your students …
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Oct 2023
Go Outside With your Students this Fall
I love the fall, even here in South Texas, where we get some fall weather. After our first false fall, when it goes back up to 90 degrees for a few weeks, that is.
Once the weather becomes cooler, being …
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Oct 2023
10 Tips For Your First Few Years in Youth Ministry
This week, DYM is hosting its amazing “First Few Years” conference!
This particular blog writer is NOT experiencing any FOMO. Not even the slightest bit. Promise. Ok maybe a little.
If you’re like me and couldn’t make it out to …
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Oct 2023
Encouragement for a Youth Pastor
October is a special month in the church calendar designated as Pastor Appreciation Month. This is a time when congregations express their gratitude and love for their pastors, and youth pastors play a vital role in the life of the …
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Oct 2023
4 Tips for Working with a Church Staff
October is Pastor Appreciation Month! This may mean your church celebrates you, or it might mean that the senior pastor is celebrated while you’re not. Either way, we’re so glad you’re a part of the Download Youth Ministry community. We …