In Continents: Going into All the World
http://www.thejournalofstudentministries.com/articles/64/1/In-Continents-Going-into-All-the-World/Page1.html
Steve Case
Steve Case has been in youth ministry for nearly 20 years. He is the author of several books including the laugh-out-loud humor book Rejected Sunday School Lessons. He has been honored to have the "back page" of The Journal since it began. By Steve Case
Published on 01/17/2008
A not-so-far-fetched seminar list for a 2010 International Youth Leader Convocation
Case in Point
“Must Not Miss” Seminars
Super Glue, Duct Tape, & Tasers: Creative Discipline for Youth Groups
Farn Duckworth
Tired of that one kid who won’t shut his mouth during quiet time? Sick of getting no sleep after lights-out at lock-in? Farn Duckworth leads youth workers on a quest for quiet in this hilarious, demonstration-filled workshop. The need for “quiet meditative contemplation” is essential for any successful program these days, even if the youth worker is the only one who’s conscious.
God Doesn’t Like You Because of Your Pimples: Helpful Tips for Counseling Teenagers
Buck Studly
Sometimes you just have to lay it on the line and let kids know that personal hygiene and effective skin care are great ways of achieving holiness. Jesus had no pimples or bad breath or yellow teeth or any of the other modern-day plagues that would’ve kept him from being imperfect in his Father’s sight. Buck Studly leads this workshop to help you prepare ALL your students for a seat at the cool kids’ table.
Who Can Hit the Ground First? Science Experiments for Youth Ministry
Marge Innovera
Science is wrong. We all know that, but our students are subjected to the worldly teachings of the public school system, and it’s up to us to teach them that God created all things and is in charge of all things. If God wanted a chicken to fly, it would fly. If God wanted teenagers to have high-self esteem, he wouldn’t have created gym class. Dr. Innovera offers cool, easy-to-do, no-extra-tools-needed godly science experiments that’ll help teenagers see just how far they fall short of God’s goals.
Experiments Offered: “Jesus Walked on Water...What’s Your Problem?” “If God Really Loves You, You Won’t Bump Your Head,” and “Staying the Knife: Does God Love You Like He Loved Abraham?”
Teenagers Are from Mars, Youth Workers Are Underpaid: Proper Ways to Get the Money That’s Coming to You
Denise Snobgrass
Let’s face it: We all love Jesus, but we all have bills. Most churches don’t plan on youth workers sticking it out for more than a few years before they move on to real ministry. Why not get the money you have coming to you BEFORE you move on? Denise Snobgrass takes youth workers through time-tested methods of how to present your case in front of your administrative board or finance committee. Learn how to ask your students the right questions (e.g., “How come mom always had another ‘uncle’ stay when Dad was away on business?” “What’s that blue pill in the medicine cabinet?”) Proper communication prior to the meeting is just one essential part of making your point at the salary review meeting.
“It Was Like That When I Found It”: 10 Simple Ways to Avoid Blame and Confound the Finger Pointers
Homer Simpson
They’re out there. The list makers. The ones who seem to blame every little breakage or stain on the youth group. Homer Simpson guides youth workers through 10 tried-and-true blame-shifting excuses that will befuddle the list makers and keep your little mess makers in the free and clear.
Rahab Versus Rehab: Why Blondes Having More Fun Is Just Part of God’s Plan
Britney Aguilera
An in-depth look at all of the Bible’s favorite bad girls ...
Super Glue, Duct Tape, & Tasers: Creative Discipline for Youth Groups
Farn Duckworth
Tired of that one kid who won’t shut his mouth during quiet time? Sick of getting no sleep after lights-out at lock-in? Farn Duckworth leads youth workers on a quest for quiet in this hilarious, demonstration-filled workshop. The need for “quiet meditative contemplation” is essential for any successful program these days, even if the youth worker is the only one who’s conscious.
God Doesn’t Like You Because of Your Pimples: Helpful Tips for Counseling Teenagers
Buck Studly
Sometimes you just have to lay it on the line and let kids know that personal hygiene and effective skin care are great ways of achieving holiness. Jesus had no pimples or bad breath or yellow teeth or any of the other modern-day plagues that would’ve kept him from being imperfect in his Father’s sight. Buck Studly leads this workshop to help you prepare ALL your students for a seat at the cool kids’ table.
Who Can Hit the Ground First? Science Experiments for Youth Ministry
Marge Innovera
Science is wrong. We all know that, but our students are subjected to the worldly teachings of the public school system, and it’s up to us to teach them that God created all things and is in charge of all things. If God wanted a chicken to fly, it would fly. If God wanted teenagers to have high-self esteem, he wouldn’t have created gym class. Dr. Innovera offers cool, easy-to-do, no-extra-tools-needed godly science experiments that’ll help teenagers see just how far they fall short of God’s goals.
Experiments Offered: “Jesus Walked on Water...What’s Your Problem?” “If God Really Loves You, You Won’t Bump Your Head,” and “Staying the Knife: Does God Love You Like He Loved Abraham?”
Teenagers Are from Mars, Youth Workers Are Underpaid: Proper Ways to Get the Money That’s Coming to You
Denise Snobgrass
Let’s face it: We all love Jesus, but we all have bills. Most churches don’t plan on youth workers sticking it out for more than a few years before they move on to real ministry. Why not get the money you have coming to you BEFORE you move on? Denise Snobgrass takes youth workers through time-tested methods of how to present your case in front of your administrative board or finance committee. Learn how to ask your students the right questions (e.g., “How come mom always had another ‘uncle’ stay when Dad was away on business?” “What’s that blue pill in the medicine cabinet?”) Proper communication prior to the meeting is just one essential part of making your point at the salary review meeting.
“It Was Like That When I Found It”: 10 Simple Ways to Avoid Blame and Confound the Finger Pointers
Homer Simpson
They’re out there. The list makers. The ones who seem to blame every little breakage or stain on the youth group. Homer Simpson guides youth workers through 10 tried-and-true blame-shifting excuses that will befuddle the list makers and keep your little mess makers in the free and clear.
Rahab Versus Rehab: Why Blondes Having More Fun Is Just Part of God’s Plan
Britney Aguilera
An in-depth look at all of the Bible’s favorite bad girls ...