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Generational Resources<\/p>\n

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Youth Ministries<\/h1>\n

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From engaging webinars on youth ministry best practices to a treasure trove of devotionals, games, and mission trip planning tools, we’ve got everything you need to create meaningful and impactful experiences for your young people.<\/p>\n

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Our recorded webinars on this page will help you gain a deeper understanding of the unique needs, challenges, and aspirations of youth, as you explore ways to nurture spiritual development and discipleship in them.<\/p>\n

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Devotionals<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Print Books<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

The Barefoot Way: A Faith Guide for Youth, Young Adults, and the People Who Walk with Them<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This devotional from one of the Presbyterian publishing houses is only a 21-day journey but provides opportunities to journal and explains spiritual practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cross Words: A Devotional for Youth<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This daily devotional from Church Publishing has a mainline, liturgical perspective; it uses approachable language and has space for youth\u2019s own reflections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

OMG Devotionals for Teens and Young Adults<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>These devotionals are written by progressive Christian pastors and writers whose differing backgrounds, ages, and opinions make them unpredictable and meaningful to all kinds of people<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Simple Truth Bible: The Best Minute of Your Day<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This resource from Simply Youth Ministry features 365 daily devotions. Each devotion includes thoughts on a specific passage of Scripture and how it relates to students’ li<\/span>ves.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Digital\u202f<\/b><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

D365<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>An online devotional experience that invites teens to pause, listen, think, pray, and go. Instrumental music is available for the devotional experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

May It Be So: Forty Days with the Lord’s Prayer<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This Kindle book is a contemporary prayer guide using-words and images to help teens spend time in conversation with God. It is also available as a physical book.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pray The Day<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This download from Vibrant Church Communications is a modern interpretation of fixed-hour praying, meant to connect us to God no matter how crazy our days are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For Youth<\/b><\/h3>\n

KidSpirit<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>KidSpirit is a nonprofit online magazine and community by and for youth to engage each other about life\u2019s big questions in an open and inclusive spirit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hollywood Jesus<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This site has visual movie reviews with explorations into deeper, more profound and spiritual meanings behind films, music, comics, and pop culture.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For Youth Leaders and Parents<\/b><\/h3>\n

Axis<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Axis is a non-profit ministry that provides resources to help parents navigate conversations with their teens. Their conversation starters include a video series and a discussion guide for parents and kids. You should check to make sure you agree with the viewpoint of a resource before using it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Center for Parent\/Youth Understanding<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The Center for Parent\/Youth Understanding site has up to date information about youth culture for parents and youth workers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Center for Youth Ministry Training<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Their website states that they equip \u201cyouth ministers and communities of faith to develop innovative, effective, and theologically informed ministries so youth may experience the love and grace of Jesus Christ.\u201d They partner with congregations and individuals representing the theological views and diversity of mainline Protestant Christianity.\u202fBesides training for youth ministers, they offer articles and resources for those in youth ministry.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A Cosmic Adventure through Science & Faith<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The Science for Youth Ministry team has created a free video curriculum which includes four downloadable videos, a printable student guide for each episode, and a leader\u2019s guide.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dare to Share<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Dare 2 Share provides free and paid resources for youth leaders to equip teens for Youth Ministry.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Egad Ideas<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>On Egad, you’ll find free student ministry resources including fundraisers, sermons, illustrations, activities, resources, and ideas for those who work with youth.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Faithlens<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>From the ELCA, this site offers free weekly Bible studies on current events and the lectionary for youth and young adults.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fuller Youth Institute<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The Fuller Youth Institute\u2019s mission is \u201cto turn academic research into practical resources, equipping leaders and parents to help faithful young people change our world.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lesson Plans that Work<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The Episcopal Church offers free lessons on racial justice and climate justice for middle school and high school students.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Source for Youth Ministry<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>You’ll find free resources, articles, reviews, and activities for youth ministry here.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Youth Ministry<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This website from Group Publishing has free icebreakers, small group activities, dramas, seasonal ideas, training, sermons, a weekly newsletter and more.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Youth Pastor<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This website has free youth ministry resources for youth pastors, ministers, workers and volunteers. Online resources include a job center, free lessons, a searchable directory of ministries, and game ideas.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Youth Specialties<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This site offers books, articles, training, youth events, a job applicant search, and more.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Games and Icebreakers<\/b><\/h3>\n

Bible Games Central<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This site offers free Bible games for youth; each game has ready-to-use lessons, along with free printables where necessary. It also sells Bible card and board games.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Source for Youth Ministry<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The free games and icebreakers here are in various categories such as mixers, anywhere games, and outdoor games. You can also search for games using criteria such as group size, preparation time, etc.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Youth Group Games<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The youth group games and icebreakers here are divided into Top Ten categories including the Top Ten Water Games, Top Ten Virtual Youth Group Games, Top Ten Quick and Easy Games, etc.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mission Trips<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Appalachian Service Project<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This Christian ministry inspires hope and service through volunteer home repair and replacement in Central Appalachia.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Commissioning and Covenant Service for Mission Trip Groups and Congregations<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The website of the United Church of Christ has a commissioning and covenant litany for mission teams and congregations.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Group Mission Trips<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Group Mission Trips organizes domestic and international\u202fJesus-centered mission trip experiences.\u202fGroup Cares is the 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization behind Group Mission Trips.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Harvest of Hope<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Harvest of Hope is connected to the Society of St. Andrew and offers events for middle school, high school, and college groups, as well as intergenerational ones. Participants glean and distribute produce remaining in fields after harvest each morning and learn about the realities of hunger each evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Design a Mission Trip Project<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This article lists criteria for congregations and judicatories planning social action experiences with youth.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mission Trip Planning Ideas<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>The United Church of Christ offers tips for planning a mission trip.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Picture Rules for Mission Trips<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This post on the Download Youth Ministry blog offers suggestions for crafting photo rules that become part of a mission trip covenant.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Planning a Mission Trip<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This article on the ResourceUMC website includes ten steps to ensure that mission trips are helpful for the host community, meaningful for participants, and safe for all involved.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Red Bird Mission Work Camp<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Red Bird Mission was founded in 1921 in the southeastern corner of Kentucky to provide education and Christian evangelism ministries to residents of the area. Work Camp strives to provide home repair for low-income community residents and maintenance for Mission buildings and grounds. Light duty work is also available. Evenings are spent in Christian fellowship and learning about the diverse ministries of Red Bird Mission.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Short-Term Mission Trip Toolkit<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>Presbyterian Mission of the PCUSA has a toolkit for short-term mission and study for leaders seeking resources for discerning whether to go, where to go, and how to prepare for and guide a group.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

YouthWorks<\/span><\/b><\/a>
<\/span>This organization offers weeklong fully setup summer mission trips and year-round custom service experiences for middle school and high school students.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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PRC Booklets and Documents<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n