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Though I know my whole reason as a youth pastor is not to only speak to the kids, it is a very real and persistent task. It actually tends to be one of my greatest weakness. I struggle with choosing topics that are relevant, fun, and thought provoking. I feel like from week to week I am always chasing the nest lesson for wednesday, Sunday school, and small groups. Any advice on how to be more effective in my speaking, making my lessons shorter but great depth, with important and meaningful information, that stretches the year and not just from week to week?
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Tonight the leaders of our youth group are going to have a meeting. We will be covering what we want to talk about and touch on with the youth through the end of the year. I think its a great way to brainstorm on ideas, and generally, topics you want to cover have already been done by someone else. It's not bad to take someone elses idea or themes and turn them to be used for your own youth ministry. If you have your own idea though, that's even better! |
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How much energy does it take to have to come up with weekly topics? A ton. Here is a solution that we have found that works. The truth is that students get about 4 unrelated lessons each week through SS, sermons, Wed. night, and maybe another small group. What if you simplified and used the same topics for SS/small group and Wed night? Simply shape talks on Wed that go along with a set curriculum. This helps students go deeper into a concept and allows you to plan ahead. There are several curriculum options such as One Minute Bible Curriculum, SYM's Live, Student Life, or XP3 that would give structure to the teaching. Simplify the message and maximize the impact. |
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While I don't have much of any advice for you, I want you to know you're not alone. Preparing messages from week to week is my greatest weakness also. |
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We have a fantastic system @ place @ our church. Not only does it provide direction for lessons & discussions but equips families, supports the sr. pastor and fosters collaboration among staff. |
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I actually have 7 years of topics planned out. This isn't a hard path but gives me a good idea of where I can head. We do change things up. I would talk to your students, parents and adult leaders. Maybe even your Sr pastor. Link Details: 2 years ago
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I would have to say this is a hard spot for me as well, I've been doing 5 different lessons a week and it gets to be taxing. I feel like I can't put a lot into anyone of them because I'm spread so thin it seems. I really want to be able to pour myself into my lessons, but just don't seem to have the time or energy. |
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Good question. Posted my answer in the attached video. Link Details:
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There are different methods youth leaders use. I have some student & adult leaders I engage in conversation periodically & every 6 months I take 2 days as a writing retreat to flush out the ideas & outline the basic teaching series. I will immediately schedule some, others I will hold. There are times where I feel there is a topic we need to discuss. This is for our youth group times. For Sunday school, we use the studentlife curriculum & I use their timeline to focus weekly talks & breakout times for teachers. We also have an outline of broad concepts to cover every 6 yrs. I also take 1 day/week to prep for all my talks the next week. I feel less tied to a script. Speaking is not a top gift, but discipline helps me do a better job! |
