Friday Review (6/27/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Crafting a Strategic Plan in Youth Ministry
Is your teaching disconnected from the rest of your ministry? Here are a few ways to pursue a more integrated ministry strategy.
ep.108: The Image of God and Youth Ministry, a preview of Mike's new book
This episode stresses the importance of the doctrine of the image of God, and is a preview of Mike’s forthcoming book, Iconic: Being God’s Image in Your World.
Friday Review (6/20/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Cultivating Mission in Youth Ministry
With a little intentionality, we can help our ministries gain clarity together by narrowing our focus on a well-articulated mission statement.
ep.107: Using Curriculum Well & Managing "Other Duties as Assigned"
How can we use curriculum well, and how to prioritize youth ministry while navigating other church responsibilities.
Friday Review (6/13/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Casting Vision in Youth Ministry
If leadership is about moving people toward a destination, then vision is the compass. In youth ministry, vision answers this question: Where are we leading these students?
ep.106: What NOT to do in Your First Year
In this podcast, Mike and John each offer 5 things NOT to do in your first year of youth ministry.
Friday Review (6/6/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.