As youth pastors, we have the incredible opportunity to help students transition smoothly into the youth ministry. By implementing effective strategies, we can create an environment where students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered. In this blog, we will explore five …
As a youth pastor, one of the most critical aspects of your ministry is retaining volunteer leaders from year to year. Volunteers play a vital role in the growth and development of your youth ministry, and their dedication and commitment …
As a youth pastor, you have seen your students grow and thrive throughout their high school years, and now they are approaching the exciting milestone of graduation. As your students prepare to embark on the next chapter of their lives, …
The Download Youth Ministry (DYM) podcast is a podcast focused on youth ministry and is hosted by a team of experienced youth workers who share their insights, experiences, and expertise on various topics related to youth ministry.
Here are some …
It’s that time of the year again! No, not spring break or Easter, it’s March Madness! For those of you who are not familiar, March Madness is the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, where 68 teams compete to be …
In our most recent episode of the DYM Podcast, Doug & Josh talk about youth ministry calendars. They discuss a bunch of ideas why they’re important, how often you should make one, and what they say about your ministry. …
As we hit the typical time to talk sex, dating, and relationships for youth ministry, there are a couple of good things to keep in mind when it comes to addressing these topics, both with students and with parents.
As …
We all know how hard it can be to get our students excited for upcoming events like retreats and dance parties and whatever else you might have on your calendar for the year. Whether it’s because there are a hundred …
It’s that time of year when everyone floods their feeds with recycled black and white photos of Martin Luther King Jr and includes one of the many one-liner quotes in their caption. Things like, “I have a dream,” or “That
I remember sitting in a classroom in Bible College and watching a professor, write the letters, J – O – Y on the board. He said something like, “this acrostic is how you do ministry.” The letters stood for Jesus …