All Blog articles – Page 28
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BlogWhy Chris Pratt is the greatest youth evangelist of our time
Ruth Jackson explains why actor Chris Pratt’s nine rules for life are a good blueprint for Christians unsure of how to share the gospel in contemporary culture
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BlogJeremiah: Session 2
Meeting aim: To encourage the children that they are never too young to be called by God
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BlogWhy you should watch Love Island
"But it's all just skimpy swimwear, gossiping and lust," we hear you cry. Listen up as Rev Jules Middleton explains why watching Love Island is vital for anyone reaching the next generation
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BlogA football-based Bible study to revamp your ministry
The World Cup is upon us, so here’s a football-themed Bible study. Have a read of Matthew 25:14-30 then find out what Paul Martin has to say about football (and youth and children’s work)
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BlogFive reasons you need to know about 13 Reasons Why
The Netflix TV series 13 Reasons Why covers pretty much every topic our young people could struggle with from bullying and abuse to suicide. But we can offer a better, more hopeful narrative and spaces to discuss the tough bits of life. Cassandra Smith has some advice on how.
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BlogGlorious mountain tops and painful valleys
As editor Ruth Jackson heads off to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, she reflects on what she’s hoping to learn
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BlogTop tips to combat exam stress
If you feel as if you’re drowning in exam stress, one Christian teacher suggests some advice to help alleviate the pressure.
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BlogA bedtime story: Jesus is our guide
We love family time. We love faith at home. We love bedtime stories. So here's a bedtime story from Jane Howarth to share faith at home with your family!
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BlogSoul Survivor are stopping their summer camps
Free hugs t-shirts, jazzy print shirts and the big top have been annual rituals for young people for years. But no more.
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BlogIs H&M’s modest fashion line a wake-up call for our ministry with young people?
H&M has released a ‘modest’ fashion line. Their slightly longer hemlines and branding has received mixed reviews but what can we learn about them for youth and children’s ministry?
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BlogZacchaeus: Session 4
Meeting aim:To explore the transformation Jesus brought for Zacchaeus and can also bring in our lives
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BlogHow to stop video games ruining your child’s life
As parents grow more and more wary of computer games, family gaming expert Andy Robertson explains the vision behind his new book TamingGaming.
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BlogAre you on the brink of burnout?
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week has a focus on stress. Two thirds of us experience mental health problems in our lifetime and the main culprit is stress. SueMonckton-Rickett shares a few ways we can avoid burning out in our ministry
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BlogIs anxiety destroying our young people?
As the Mental Health Foundation marks out Mental Health Awareness week, Ralph Buckingham explores why anxiety may be the biggest mental health issue our young people face.
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BlogIs your youth work damaging teachers?
Tom Wade gives the inside scoop on how to support teachers on National Teacher Appreciation day
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BlogWhat has Star Wars got to do with youth and children's work?
Tim Gough admits his deep love of Star Wars and shares what it can teach us about relevance and authenticity. May the fourth be with you friends.
