by Adriana Howard | Oct 16, 2018 | Be Present, Be Present, Be Present, Elementary, Preschool, Students
Well, folks, it finally happened. The day I’ve been dreading is here. I know that what I’m about to say will make 98.68% of you hate me, but I just can’t hold it in any longer. I hate the cold. I hate it. I can’t stand it. I need it like I need a hole in the head. And...
by Johnathan Baldwin | Aug 2, 2018 | Be Present, Students
With summer vacation behind us, it’s important to remember that our students become more and more busy as they get acclimated to the rigors of a new school year. Rising juniors may have things like impending graduation tests on their mind, and rising seniors are...
by Guest Writer | Jun 28, 2018 | Be Present, Students
Can I be honest for a minute? I often feel like I am driving the struggle bus on Struggle Street when it comes to being a good small group leader. I feel like if students don’t show up, it’s because of me. If they don’t respond to texts, it’s because they don’t like...
by Johnathan Baldwin | Jun 21, 2018 | Be Present, Students
Every youth group plays games. Whether you have a group of 10 or 210, there’s a good chance that games are a staple part of your large group program. Sometimes you will play stage games, and other times, you will play games that involve everyone in the room. It is...
by Guest Writer | Jun 6, 2018 | Be Present, Students
I lead a small group of sophomore girls. A few weeks ago, I shared a secret with my co-leader that I’ve never shared with anyone. A secret that honestly is a little embarrassing. A secret I wish weren’t true. Got your attention? My secret is that when it comes to...
by Guest Writer | Nov 9, 2017 | Be Present, Students
There’s this little dance that always happens right after you tell a leader at a church you are sorta kinda maybe interested in serving in their environment. They try not to act too excited. They’re try to act like they’re only slightly interested. “Yeah,...
