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| Oh, rats. I recently got a nice e-mail from a regular visitor and accidentally deleted it after just a brief read.. She is a Sunday school teacher and has a bridal service. Could you please send me that again or at least you e-mail so I can say thanks. | ||||||
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Oh boy, a new Sunday school class at a new church. Each youth group and church is different. These kids are very smart and well trained in the Bible. However, the class meets in the lobby of the county community building (see picture). While not the optimal youth ministry setting this will be a great class because the Bible lessons are good. Until we get our own building the youth ministry will be severely hampered but the The kids first request was, "What happens when you die?," the next was, "What about judgment?" Luckily I have a lesson already made for the first question. The second question will prompt a new lesson to be made (and posted here). After that I think we will cover Spotting Counterfeits, and Spiritual Gifts. Now for the games and activities. Although challenging, this is an essential part of the youth ministry program so it's worth the extra effort to do it well. Snacks and rewards are easy but some forethought is required. Time to create a treasure box. The boys who have basically started skipping out of the children's church group are noticing the rewards the attendees are walking around with. I think they are rethinking their absence from the youth group. I'm excited. We're going to to have fun, learn, and grow. How is your youth group going to do? Visit my blog to comment. Don't get discouraged. Just do what you can do. Slowly build your team and soak up the suggestions and tips on this site. This stuff works. You can do it. What a legacy you, as a Sunday school teacher, will have as the years go by and the kids you've loved grow into adults. The youth ministry you do will touch hundreds of lives and families even if your class has only a few attendees right now. Be consistent, continue to grow spiritually yourself, and build a team that can keep going even if you move on. Grow your library of resources and connect with other youth ministry leaders. |
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Here's a great holiday Sunday school idea that's been a hit for me: Hot Spiced Cider. Warm your kids right down to their toes with a cup of Mulling Spices Hot Spiced Cider. I bought a hot plate, brought a pot and ladle, and a quart of cider. Add only about two tablespoons of mix per quart and don't make it too hot. Do not use the cider mix from the grocery store. It's just not the same. Cool and save the unused portion for next time. The kids will approach it cautiously at first but after a few times they will come looking forward to it. Plus, it makes the whole place smell nice.. |
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The links and products featured on the site are all things I use in the youth ministry. Buying these items thru the links provides our youth ministry with a small commission and offers you the lowest price and a safe source to get it from. You'll find a better book selection and lower prices than any bookstore, specifically tailored to your interests. New page added: Family Ministry Helping Parents Disciple Their Kids.New bulletin insert "You Are A Youth Minister"Whether you're twenty-six or sixty-two, a Christian youth ministry leader makes an eternal difference in the lives of kids. Keep teaching at every opportunity. Sunday School, Children's Church, or youth group, the kids come for the Bible lesson. |
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This website is specifically designed for the Christian Sunday school teacher, youth ministry leaders, and youth I update with new posts, Sunday School lessons, and youth group resources often so keep coming back. Yes, this may be just a home-built website, not as flashy as those professional ones, but it's loaded with great stuff -one of the best collections of resources for junior high and high school ministry on the web. |
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Despite innumerable surveys and research on the subject of why young people are leaving the church pastors and leadership boards still sit dumbfounded as to what to do about it. By twisting the avalanche of research data available ministries can reach just about any conclusion they want to support the claim that their particular ministry is the answer to the problem. |
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Don't underestimate the value of older folks and parents in youth ministry: The common thought that youth leaders or youth pastors must be youthful is causing Christian churches to overlook or shuffle aside a large group of qualified volunteers for youth ministry. While it is true that it takes a youthful body to keep up with kids on outdoor trips and some physical activities is is not true that older folk have nothing at all to contribute to the discipleship of young Christian kids. |
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Use this link to Christian Book.com to stay abreast of current Christian music for your kids: Searching for that fabulous song but can't recall |
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Flu season has arrived with a vengeance.
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During the Group: If they're already out sick: Or: If you're really energetic make a care package and drop it off. Include a
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, can of chicken soup, your handmade card, a copy of the lesson plan they missed, and small gift like an iTunes gift certificate The kids will feel pretty special. Parents will really appreciate the special attention you give their kids. |
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Other good information on this website: Good Easter Lesson: The Importance of Jesus' ResurrectionLink to new book by Randal Rauser, Finding God in The Shack. New page added: Keeping Teenagers Interested in Church. How to make a great youth facility or Sunday school classroom. A solid Biblical answer to the question, "What happens when you die?" 10 things you can do to create a great youth group. Practical tips to help grieving parents What you can do if a child dies in your youth group. Ben Stein's Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed, DVD Parenting with Love and Logic, Helping parents parent. |
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| Sunday School Lesson Connection encourages the volunteer Sunday school teacher with sure-fire tips and youth ministry resources and Sunday school lessons. These discussion type youth group lesson plans are easy to follow with minimum preparation. Professional youth pastors will benefit from the experience and resources listed here. | ||||||
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