Happy New Year! Over the years it has become a popular tradition to make resolutions when January rolls around. The most popular resolutions are typically centered on health and fitness, finances, personal development, and spending more time with family. What…

January 2026 News Happy New Year! Spiritual Resolutions After you have rung in the new year and the celebrations are done, you may find yourself writing out your New Year’s resolutions. You may be thinking of your physical health, but…

As I sit in my office on this chilly fall day, I find myself filled with both gratitude and hope. Both of these feelings are incredibly timely as the ever-shortening days begin their slip towards the winter holidays. I don’t…

December 2025 News Season Greetings! Spread Kindness This Season Can you believe that the holidays are upon us? As we patiently wait to celebrate the arrival of Jesus Christ, you may find your calendar jammed packed with never-ending tasks and…

Can you believe that the holidays are less than a month away? As we patiently wait to celebrate the arrival of Jesus Christ, you may find your calendar jammed packed with holiday parties, concerts, decorating your home, baking holiday treats,…

November 2025 News Season of Gratitude National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month November is National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. For those looking for resources to support youth struggling with these issues, see our resources here. Also, you can watch…

Dear youth ministry friends, In this month, where colorful leaves dot our lawns and handprint turkeys adorn our walls, I have a very November-ish question: How does your organization show gratitude? The concept of gratitude-sharing is not new, and we…

Each Thanksgiving is an opportunity to teach youth and children how to be thankful. By showing our gratitude to others, it reveals to youth how important it is to serve those in need. How are you addressing gratitude with your…

October 2025 News Jump into Fall As a new season begins, we hope you that you take the time to visit us online. We have a wealth of information and resources whether you visit us at Yale Bible Study, Yale…

Dear youth ministry friends, Two years ago, my family and I were traveling through a U.S. city in our tiny Subaru; we had decided to spend a week exploring that city’s sites for our summer vacation. While at a stoplight,…

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people between the ages of 11-24. The Child Mind Institute has excellent resources to support young people, including how to spot the warning signs of a suicidal adolescent. Find that…

Faith Formation As students return to school, we wanted to remind you of the resources we have available for faith formation. Empowering Parents to Practice Faith at Home: A Ministry Leader Workshop with Rev. Traci Smith Video Sunday School and…