Every week we pull our favorite links from across the inter-webs. This week’s trending links include a list of 100 reasons to love youth ministry, overcoming common struggles in youth ministry, 15 books you might have (more like probably) owned at some point, and a dog that loves bananas.
BLOGS FROM YOUTH SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK
“Dear Volunteer, If You Would Do 3 Things…” from Danette Matty
“Finding Joy Outside of Ministry” from Jay Higham
“Covenant Discipleship Groups” from Chris Wilterdink
“Seven Ways to Parent With Frugal Extravagance” from Tim Price
“Young Not Dumb” from Jim Hancock
“Navigating Staff Transitions: YS Idea Lab with Brian Aaby”
“Seven Things I’m Learning About Change” from Kent Bjurstrom
“Take Care of Yourself” from Sam Swann
“So You Want A Raise? 4 Ways to Get There” from Benjamin Kerns
“Do Not Lose Heart” from Tim Ciccone
“10-Second Tip: Empower Youth” from Jacob Eckeberger
“Four Pressure Points on Every Pastor” from Jim Murphy
Blogs From Other Great Youth Workers This Week:
“100 Reasons I LOVE Youth Ministry” from Jody Livingston
“5 Common Struggles in Youth Ministry (And How to Overcome Them)” from Brad Griffin
“Saying Yes To Becoming You” from Brooklyn Lindsey
“3 Ways You Can Serve Teenagers in Your Church” from Jaquelle Crow
“Youth Workers, Pastors, Churches, and the Misuse of Authority” from Walt Mueller
FUN THINGS TO FUEL YOUR PROCRASTINATION
15 Books Every Christian Millennial Has Owned
7 Life-changing Novels to Read this Summer
Believe there’s nothing left in nature that can surprise you? Guess again.
This Dog Is So Obsessed With Bananas He Carries Them Around The House.
The side of superhero movies that you don’t see.