I hear it everywhere I go. “My students don’t have the time for youth group. They’re pretty busy with extracurriculars.” Students are so busy these days that they don’t have the time to go to church and connect with other students who love Christ. This is a big deal. Sure, maybe the added activities outside [...]
It’s important to learn how to define success from the beginning in our ministries.
Do you feel joy? In their current position, are they satisfied, do they feel fulfilled? Also ask if they feel set free; would they do this ministry everyday if it paid? These kinds of questions will give you an idea of their purpose and help you understand if they will stay long-term. People who serve [...]
My name is Doug Franklin and I serve youth workers through a ministry called LeaderTreks. I love youth ministry and the people who serve in it. I work with an incredible team creating tools and resources enabling youth workers to develop students into leaders. I want to influence youth workers to challenge students and prepare them for leadership in the kingdom of God.
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