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Why SERVE?
A SERVE host team member describes why they are involved in SERVE.
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July 17, 2018
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Why Use Youth Unlimited?
There are lots of missions organizations out there? Why would you sign up for a Youth Unlimited SERVE?
July 17, 2018
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SERVE | The Highlight Of Every Summer
After a SERVE trip, all you want to do is continue serving your community back home. That joy of serving has had a huge impact on my life.
July 3, 2018
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Dig: Uncover Your Future
Running for it's second time with a new name, and a refocused vision, the Dig program (formerly Facing Your Future) starts on July 9th.
June 26, 2018
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Youth Director Installation Liturgy
Please feel free to use this sample Youth Director Installation Liturgy in your church!
June 5, 2018
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How Much Should We Pay Our Youth Directors/Pastors?
Is there a disparity in what we pay those who serve in youth ministry?
May 17, 2018
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Rest Area Ahead
Without regular maintenance you might wear out. Teaching is hard work. You need to balance your effort and energy with adequate time for rest. God says, “Catch your breath! Take a break. Come apart and be with me a while.”
May 17, 2018
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Hiring a Youth Pastor or Director
Looking for someone to lead your youth ministry? Check out Hiring a Youth Pastor or Director: What Churches and New Hires Should Know — a new resource by Faith Formation Ministries’ youth ministry catalyzer Ron deVries.
May 12, 2018
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Top 5 Ways to Engage With Your Classis Youth Ministry Champion
A few years ago, Syd Hielema and I had an idea that each classis would have a least one Youth Ministry Champion. This podcast looks at the many places of engagement churches, classis, and youth ministry leaders can have with these Champions.
May 8, 2018
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May Youth Ministry Newsletter - Intergenerational Style!
A big part of a healthy youth ministry takes place within intergenerational moments. Within this month's newsletter, you will find a story and resources to help us see those moments come alive.
May 1, 2018
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Rave Reviews for New Catechism Study
Looking for something new for youth group or catechism class? The Big Question is getting rave reviews! This informal four-session exploration of Q&A 1 is easy to lead and offers lots of activity options to choose from.
April 10, 2018
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Top 5 Youth Ministry Talks
Top 5 Youth Ministry talks to have with your High School Seniors before they leave for Career/University/College/Gap year.
March 15, 2018
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Youth Service-and-Worship Week in Southern California
Rosewood CRC in Bellflower, CA, is hosting the "Renew18" week of service and worship for youth ages 14-21 from July 14-21, 2018. Learn more and consider joining us!
March 8, 2018
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March 2018 CRCNA Youth Ministry Newsletter
In a world where 20 second sound bytes are the norm, I find it refreshing when I receive a document which tells a short, relevant youth ministry story. Check out the March 2018 edition of the CRCNA Youth Ministry newsletter below!
February 27, 2018
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Why Do My Kids Like Bad Music?
Exploring an unknown artist, song, genre, or topic can be intimidating. So here are four questions that can be asked of any song to help get the conversation started.
February 21, 2018
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Youth Unlimited Has a New Executive Director
Youth Unlimited is pleased to announce that Rick Zomer has been selected as their next Executive Director.
January 16, 2018
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How Faith Grows in Children and Teens
Faith is mysterious. No matter what we do in church or at home, we can’t make faith happen. But, like a farmer, there’s much we can do to till the “soil” that faith grows in.
January 10, 2018
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Spiritual Characteristics of Children and Teens
This helpful brochure from Faith Formation Ministries explores how children and teens of different ages experience God and grow in faith. A great resource for pastors, youth workers, teachers, and parents.
January 9, 2018
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The Power of Cross Pollination
Sometimes we resist cross pollination out of fear. Fear of losing our youth to another youth group. Fear of our children leaving the protective bubble. The problem, of course, is the bubble works against resilience and spiritual confidence.
January 3, 2018
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January CRCNA Youth Ministry Newsletter: Eliminating Hurry From Our Lives
Check out the latest Youth Ministry newsletter which touches on building spiritual health by ruthlessly eliminating hurry from our lives, along with some other early season wins.
December 13, 2017
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Starting a Ministry...Advice Needed
...trying to get some accurate advice on liability, child protection, and donations/taxes with regards to a ministry that has grown at our church...
November 29, 2017
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Spiritual Characteristics of Teens Part Two - Webinar Recording
In part two of this webinar series, we look deeply into what makes teens "tick" spiritually and how that impacts them, their families, and the church's ministries.
November 13, 2017
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November Youth Ministry Newsletter
The November 2017 edition of the CRCNA Youth Ministry newsletter is now out. Learn about upcoming events, discover new resources, and hear stories of how God is at work!
November 10, 2017
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Growing Teen Worship Leaders
I can't describe the thrill of simply worshipping under the leadership of these teens. Their passion, creativity, and leadership made me want more of this!
November 9, 2017
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Youth Ministry in Thirds
I recently attended a conference hosted by the Association of Youth Ministry Educators in Dallas, TX, and I'm excited to share with you about a model for ministry called, "Youth Ministry in Thirds."