I've been asked [a lot] about fundraising ideas for junior and teen camps. Our favorite is one we call Tract-a-thon. Basically, our kids get sponsors to pledge a certain amount of money for every tract, flier, or invitation to church they hand out. We have pre-set "group" days where as a group we go out … Continue reading Camp Fundraiser Idea: Tract-a-thon

My husband and I have been on countless road trips with teenagers and youth groups and believe me when I say that your planning can make or break a trip. I can remember the day when we broken down on the side of the road and had to hang out at a McDonald's for 6 … Continue reading 10 Tips for Planning a Short Term Trip for Your Youth Group

If you want a teenager to listen to your message, you have to make your love obvious long before that message is ever preached or taught. No teen will listen to someone they don't think cares about them. One of the best ways to show love to your teens is to invest effort and time … Continue reading Making Your Teen Room “Extra” Some More

Over the new few weeks, I plan to talk about the importance of a well planned teen room. When it comes to the space you're going to use for your teens, you have to be "extra." Beyond the pastor, I think the person most criticized in a church is the teenager. They endure a great deal … Continue reading Making Your Teen Room “Extra”

People, whether they're 2 or 82, know when you're doing your bare minimum. Bare minimum does not win hearts. Can you imagine if Moses as he was leading the children of Israel decided to show up once a week? Can you imagine if Paul had decided after one or two times in jail that he … Continue reading Don’t Settle For Good Enough