Snapchat has become very popular among teenagers and we must be aware of the dangers of this app.
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“Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The one sitting on it is called faithful and true…” Revelation 19: 11 The way I see it, if Jesus returns on a horse, with His army on horseback, then the horse is pretty important to God. At Teen Quest, I have seen the full spectrum of people’s relationships…
I know you want to make sure that each student who enters your youth group or Sunday School has a great experience and feels at home in your group. There are certain things a Youth Leader should make sure is happening to enable that to happen. Kids want to be accepted in a group immediately and feel comfortable when they…
So. . . you want to give your students the best retreat that has ever been held. There are about 20 in your group and it’s time to go away, leave the norm and spend quality time together. But how in the world would one go about planning a retreat for a youth group? Here are 9 steps in planning…
Raise Money for a Retreat in 60 Days ! Would you like to take your students to an event at the Teen Quest Ranch or another Christ-centered event? But, there is no money? Money is available! You can indeed, raise the needed funds in less than 60 days. First, let’s focus for a minute on the life of today’s teen.…
Let’s Make Youth Events the Best Ever! I hear a lot of youth leaders chatter that they can’t get their “kids” to do anything. They can’t get the numbers for a retreat or all-nighter. Youth leading is just that – LEADING! Being in charge of a youth group means YOU are the one to make things happen. Teens and pre-teens…
Recently I attended a panel discussion by some experienced youth leaders at the Pittsburgh Youth Workers Conference* on how to avoid burnout. This is a very important topic since youth leaders have a high burn out rate. Here are some tips to prevent burn out: Surround yourself with mentors, people who will support you, and provide accountability. Have a non-negotiable…
I have been camping in an organized overnight venue since I turned 13. I have had some of my greatest experiences and personal growth during my summers at camp. I have now been directing camps since 1990. It never ceases to amaze me of how many families are missing out by not sending their kids to summer camp. For various…
Chad Guined from Trinity Evangelical UMC in Upper Sandusky, Ohio talks with Teen Quest about youth ministry.
Chad Guined from Trinity Evangelical UMC in Upper Sandusky, Ohio talks with Teen Quest about youth ministry.
