The Core Models of Good Volunteers for Your Youth Ministry

The Core Models of Good Volunteers for Your Youth Ministry
What are the big tasks involved in building a host of quality volunteers for a youth ministry, and what is a youth pastor or a youth ministry volunteer to do to make their ministry better.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1784748/the_core_models_of_good_volunteers.html

9 Things to Remember When Mentoring Teenagers

9 Things to Remember when Mentoring Teenagers
The teenage years are a particularly rocky time for kids. Learn how you can be a benefit rather than a hindrance to teenager’s growth and maturity.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1793898/9_things_to_remember_when_mentoring.html

You Might Be a Facebook Stalker If…

Image via CrunchBase

You Might Be a Facebook Stalker If..
If you have searched for an article on Facebook and find yourself incredibly intrigued by the idea of Facebook stalkers, you might be a Facebook stalker, and you might need to read this series of “you might be a Facebook stalker” jokes.

To read the jokes, click the link below:
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1795786/you_might_be_a_facebook_stalker_if.html

Related articles by Zemanta

• Facebook Coming to Xbox Live This Fall – Now You Can Share Xbox Games with Facebook Connect (insidefacebook.com)
• Stalker Download of the Day: Identify (geeksugar.com)

America Has Forgotten How to Be Angry

Just recently I was listening to the HowStuffWorks “Stuff You Should Know” podcasts (which I do on a regular basis), and was very intrigued by what they had to say about Anger.

Among other things, the podcast talked about the fact that the genteel society of America views anger as something that is primarily unpleasant, and always negative.

While there is a very negative, very explosive side to anger, there is also a very positive side to it as well.  Anger is a useful tool, and it is important that we remember to utilize that tool rather than hamper its effectiveness.

For more information on how anger works, I encourage you to check out the HowStuffWorks articles on anger HERE.

Tips for Going to Six Flags Theme Park on a Rainy Day

So a couple weeks ago, my youth group was all set to go to Six Flags on a Saturday…then the looming weather report brought the bad news: RAIN!!!  Those of us on staff began trying to determine what to do should there be no sunshine when she’s gone.

This got me thinking…how could we still have a great time at Six Flags Over Texas with the cats and dogs falling from the atmosphere?  I devised a plan for how to have a great time at Six Flags even in the rain.

Then our group cancelled our trip.  Oh well…at least I have my article to show for it.  Oh, and the wonderful image of the Red Baron.

Enjoy my article HERE.

Which Book of the Bible Should New Christians Read First?

There was a skit years ago that my youth group did called the “Ten Pound Bible.”  In it, there is a new Christian who is really excited about his life, looking for what to do next, encouragement, and the like.

As he goes from christian to christian, each one gives him something he must do in order to be a good christian.  One says that he must carry a 10-lb Bible, another that he has to talk a certain way, another that he has to buy christian gum, have a christian “walk,” etc.

Everyone puts all of these restrictions on new believers, but the people who give guidance into what new believers CAN do that make the most out of their new life.

In that vein, I decided to write a little bit about which book of the Bible would be the most fruitful for a new believer to read and commit to heart as they’re starting their spiritual journey.

Read my article on which book of the Bible a new Christian should read first, if you so desire, HERE.

The Anatomy of a Facebook Stalker

The creepers abound on Facebook, the social networking giant that provides information on your life to everyone you accept into your friends list. The undiscerning can find themselves in a load of trouble if they’re not careful. The ever-present Facebook stalker is always waiting just around the corner.

Facebook has given us brand new ways to keep track of each other, and along with those come the people who abuse them. Learn what a Facebook stalker can do to know your business.

However, even though I wrote this article, I really would not like for any of you to read it.  If you were to read it, then you would know all of my tactics that I use to stalk you.  And if you know my tactics to stalk you…well…then I am left without any more social security numbers and personal information to steal your bank accounts with.

Read my article on Facebook stalkers HERE.

What is the Plural of Status, and How Do You Pluralize a Status Update in Facebook?

Stati? StatUs? Statuses? Which form is correct when pluralizing the word status?

This is a question that gets voiced all the time in reference to Facebook.  As I researched what the REAL way to pluralize status, I even found English teachers and professors arguing about the best way to pluralize status.

So, for all of you who care about how you should make your Facebook status updates plural, please read my article HERE.

Top 5 Reasons to NOT Use Facebook

Facebook might be the worst website you could ever sign up for, and can eventually ruin your life. That’s right, Facebook is more dangerous, more hazardous, and more devious than you can imagine. Find out why Facebook might very well be the worst online website that you could associate with.

Read about the evils of Facebook HERE.

Journaling 101: Demonstrating the Value of Your Deep Thoughts

Alright, everyone, this is the last article in my series on the benefits of journaling.  This one focuses in on how journaling can develop your depth and thought life.

Journaling is not just for writing down the little things that happen in your life, it’s about becoming a deep person who has an impact on the world around and on people. Journaling is about becoming the kind of person that you respect.

For more, please read my newest article, Journaling 101: Demonstrating the Value of Your Deep Thoughts HERE.