Youth Group Culture: Convictional Leadership

This is the second piece in our series on youth group culture that asks the question, “How do we create a culture of participation, passion, and engagement in the broader church in our youth groups?” The first piece…

The Culture of Belonging in Youth Group

Rooted asked contributors: How will a theological concept you’ve learned or come to understand better influence or change the way you do things in the new school year?  This article is one in a series of what they had…

The Vision of Youth Ministry and the Church

There is an overlooked principle that needs to be considered in the church as we think about youth ministry.  It is rather simple and yet I would consider it a game changer.  When missed, the results can be…

Comforting Words for New Youth Ministers – Part 1

This series seeks to provide comfort and guidance for new youth ministers. The series includes narratives from youth ministers in their first year of ministry,  perspectives from those who just have finished their first year, and advice from…

Youth Groups in the Digital Age, Part 2

Our youth ministry at the Church of the Advent has experienced a similar trend in students having little interest in Sunday night large group events. At the same time, we have observed a positive trend in another direction….