I am often asked about materials and programs that youth ministries can use or adopt for their churches. My response is often a hesitant one, as I do not know their context. I do not know the vision of the church, the history of the ministry, the interests of the teenagers in the area, the size of the budget, or the dynamics of the leadership team. All of these things inform … [Read more...]
When “I” becomes “we”
Baptist Youth Ministry has a long history of working with churches to encourage young people in their faith. Having been birthed by Andrew Palmer, Back2Basics events help to facilitate connections with youth pastors, leaders and young people, as well as providing an import space for those in high school to experience God and encourage our young people to be vibrant, … [Read more...]
Too old?
How old are the best youth leaders? How old are the best small group leaders for young adults? When are people too old to be involved in ministry with young people? These questions, and others like them, are posed not simply by youth and young adults pastors but by people throughout the life of the church - teenagers, young adults, married couples, parents with small … [Read more...]
The sights and sounds of a new year
I’m not sure what your Christmas/New Year traditions include, but one of mine (not that I have many) is to attend the opening day of the Sydney Test. Before you begin thinking that this is a long standing tradition established by my great-grandfather, I must admit that it’s only been in the last five years that I have embraced the crowds at the SCG for this, the first … [Read more...]