Feed Your Need for Feedback
Just about every week there comes a point where I find myself thinking, “why won’t they just TELL me what they think?!” I’m talking about my coworkers, my family, my toddler–they all have their moments where it seems like I can’t...
Five Tips for Thriving in Your First Year of Ministry
The first year of ministry is challenging. There, I said it. I’m in my third year of professional ministry, and with all of the ups and downs and constant transition, it is difficult to maintain a steady prayer life, social life, and an overall healthy lifestyle. As a...
Recognizing Four Signs of Burnout
Youth Ministry is one of the greatest jobs in the world. Those of us who are called to work in this way, feel incredibly blessed to do it. However, burnout can occur pretty quickly if we don’t take care of ourselves spiritually, mentally, and physically. You start to...
3 Ways to Defeat Burnout
The day began well, but halfway through I was calling 9-1-1 with a fire extinguisher in hand… Situations like that can be draining. For you it might not be a literal fire – maybe it’s an angry parent who didn’t like a comment you made or a teen whom you’ve...