What Feeds You?

What Feeds You?

A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege to speak at the opening session of the East Regional Youth Leaders retreat. I love speaking, but more than that I love the opportunity to get to know people and have genuine 1-on-1 conversations with them. Often times, I am...
E.G.R. teens got you frustrated?

E.G.R. teens got you frustrated?

Hard times are expected in life and ministry and loving those that challenge us can be hard, but hard doesn’t need to be defined as bad. Youth don’t expect bumper sticker platitudes or cheerleaders every week. They are looking to be seen. If youth ministry is simply...
A Roadmap For Raising Student Worshipers

A Roadmap For Raising Student Worshipers

DOWNLOAD WORSHIP ROADMAP As a movement, the Vineyard values training and discipling leaders well. We believe that this applies to students as much as anyone; everybody gets to play, right? In the midst of the ever-present transition that comes with student ministries,...
Create Creativity!

Create Creativity!

Like the other bloggers this week I will admit I am not the most creative person. But with that being said, there is an importance for being creative within the ministry.  Creativity keeps things fresh, which is ultimately what will keep students engaging.  Here are a...