"I'd like to take your teenager and several others on a road trip for multiple days without explaining to them where we're going." doesn't always sound like a great idea - to parents.

Most bad talks in youth ministries aren't bad because sermons are bad. They're bad because we don't always understand how to use sermons or talks in youth ministry to their fullest potential.

As communicators in a culture saturated with storylines, we have the profound opportunity to invite our students into the masterful story of God.

You're not alone.

The focus of Scripture is not about our schedules, but about embracing the call to be fully present to God and people.

Take someone outside his or her comfort zone, include challenge and some risk, create an environment where he or she must exercise faith and dig down inside him or herself to accomplish something that previously seemed impossible, while a team of people surround and support the person. It's an amazing thing to watch.

"I just can't continue serving under you. I am just too frustrated to continue in your ministry. I have to be honest, I'm not sure you are cut out for student ministry."

Retreats are amazing for developing rich spiritual formation in teens. Here are seven ways to use retreats wisely.

The overstuffed suitcase was getting heavier every step I took up the steep concrete staircase. I couldn't tell if it was the scalding August weather or my massive jet lag causing me to see double, but I st...

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