Youth Leadership

Why do youth ministries crumble? And what is the cost to students, parents, volunteers and church staff? Is a sustainable youth ministry possible, even after a youth pastor leaves? Youth ministry expert Mark DeVries knows the answer is yes, because he helps build sustainable youth ministries through his coaching service called Youth Ministry Architects. So take heart: No matter what state the youth ministry at your church is in—in need of a leader and volunteers, full of battles and stress, large or small in number—it can be built to survive and to last for the long haul.

The loss or disaffiliation of young adults is a much-discussed topic in churches today. Many faith-formation programs focus on keeping the young, believing the youthful spirit will save the church. But do these programs have more to do with an obsession with youthfulness than with helping young people encounter the living God?

In Every Moment Matters, renowned coach educator John O'Sullivan has collected hundreds of interviews with top coaches, sport scientists, psychologists, and athletes and distilled them into a blueprint for becoming a more effective and inspiring leader. Great coaches realize something that others do not: Every moment matters!

Navigating youth sports has become a full-time job for parents, driven by a mix of living vicariously through our children and chasing the dream of them reaching the “big stage.” But are we doing this for the right reasons? With the sports industry valued at $480 billion, it’s worth asking if our wallets—and our kids—are being exploited. Growing up in a small town, I was raised with values that emphasized hard work, teamwork, and personal growth—lessons that sports have instilled for generations. Yet today, parents will stop at nothing to push their child to the pinnacle of ...

Building a Winning Culture: Player Development Beyond Basketball Go beyond the scoreboard and transform lives through the game of basketball. Are you a youth or middle school basketball coach who believes in developing well-rounded individuals, not just skilled players? Do you aspire to create a team environment where character, life skills, and sportsmanship are as vital as any jump shot or defensive stance? Then "Building a Winning Culture: Player Development Beyond Basketball" is your essential guide. In this insightful and practical book, seasoned coach Bryce Patton reveals that true ...

Jonathan Medina "America's #1 Youth Motivator" was saved by Student Leadership. After working with over a MILLION Students, Educators, Advisors, and Parents Jonathan now takes his engaging motivational philosophy from speeches and packs it into the this quick guide for student leaders and those who work with student leaders. Working with Tens of Thousands of student leaders at schools, conferences, conventions, camps, summits, Jonathan has created the go to step by step playbook, taking you on a journey to transform your student leadership life and accelerate your path to student leadership...

The Church doesn’t need more titles. It needs more truth. And it needs you. Lead Like a Saint, Act Like a Reformer is a bold and timely call to ordinary believers—young and old—to rise up as extraordinary leaders in today’s Church and world. Whether you're a teen on TikTok, a mom leading your family, a parish volunteer, or simply someone asking, "Can I really make a difference?" — this book is your answer. In a time of digital noise, division, and spiritual burnout, discover how to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion by learning from the lives of saints, reformers, and—...

How can pastors preach the unchanging Word of God in a rapidly changing world? How can churches reach the next generation without losing biblical depth or pastoral authority? The Living Word in a Digital Age: Scripture, AI, and the Next Generation is a practical and deeply pastoral guide for ministers, preachers, and church leaders seeking to communicate the Gospel with clarity, imagination, and confidence in today’s digital culture. In an age shaped by screens, algorithms, and accelerating language, many pastors feel torn between the weight of tradition and the pressure to stay relevant....

Why did an entire generation of young Jews turn away from tradition—and how can they be brought back? A century ago, Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook, one of the most visionary Jewish thinkers of the modern era, confronted a crisis that still echoes today: the widening divide between the older guardians of tradition and the younger seekers drawn to new ideas, revolutions, and spiritual restlessness. In The Generation: An Annotated Translation of Rav Kook’s “HaDor,” readers encounter Rav Kook’s bold, compassionate, and remarkably contemporary answer. Far from condemning the youth of his ...

In the past few decades, the church has experienced rapid and distressing change. Hard-working pastors and leaders often know they need to embrace diversity, creatively engage younger generations, and equip their people to love their neighbors. But since they don't know how to make the changes needed, they feel stuck and wonder, "What do I do now? For these dedicated yet drained church leaders, this research-informed resource from the team at the Fuller Youth Institute offers a clear roadmap to faithfully and effectively navigate change that will revitalize your church.

Unleashed Potential: How Youth Lead the Way to a Stronger Future is a powerful exploration of how mentorship, resilience, and community-driven leadership can transform lives and shape a brighter future. Through the lens of the East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC), Regina G. Jackson shares the inspiring stories of young leaders who have risen above challenges to create lasting change for themselves and their communities. This book highlights EOYDC’s unique mentorship model, which creates a self-sustaining ecosystem of leadership by empowering youth as both mentees and mentors. ...

"A terrifying and timely account of resistance in the face of the greatest of evils.”—Alex Kershaw, New York Times bestselling author of The First Wave An enthralling story that vividly resurrects the web of everyday Germans who resisted Nazi rule Nazi Germany is remembered as a nation of...

Launch Your First Business, Make Real Money, and Lead Before You’re Old Enough to Drive What if you didn’t have to wait until high school—or adulthood—to start your first business? What if you could earn real money, solve real problems, and become a leader in your school or community—right now? Written by veteran Marine turned middle school educator and entrepreneurship coach Jeffrey Sabins, Middle School CEO is the no-fluff, real-world playbook for kids who want to think bigger and do more. Inside, you’ll learn: How to turn everyday frustrations into money-making ideas What you...

An empowered youth stands the chance of succeeding in his society unlike those who lack such opportunity. Empowerment can be carried out by self or sponsored. Be it sponsored or self-empowerment, support is very important as it “beautifies” the youths and their countries at large. This book is a must read as it pinpoints the reasons why the youths should be empowered for them to attain greatness. It proves beyond any reasonable doubt that youth empowerment is needed in any society that wants to stand during the test of time. The book discusses how youth empowerment can contribute to ...

Youth ministry isn't just meeting with students and teaching them God's truth. It also involves a myriad of administrative and operational details. Youth Ministry Management Tools 2.0 provides youth ministers and volunteers with helpful insights, advice, and practical resources to successfully...

Basketball Breakthrough: Inspire Your Young Athlete to Dominate the Court and Life! Is your child ready to elevate their game, both on and off the basketball court? Do they dream of sinking clutch shots, making game-winning passes, or simply building unshakable confidence? Introducing "Basketball Breakthrough: Inspiring Basketball Stories That Build Champions, Develop Skills, and Turn Good Players into Great Ones" – the ultimate playbook for young athletes in 3rd grade and up, and their parents. This isn't just another youth basketball book; it's a powerful collection of inspiring ...

"Beyond the Bases: Creating a Winning Culture in Youth Baseball and Softball" is an essential guide for coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts dedicated to fostering a positive and effective team environment. Authored by Joey Myers, a former Division-1 college baseball player and founder of Hitting Performance Lab, this book combines practical strategies, personal insights, and scientific principles to elevate youth baseball and softball coaching. The book is structured into ten comprehensive chapters, each addressing a critical aspect of team culture and player development: Leadership ...

A practical, step-by-step guide to eliminate the rushing, distraction and busyness in your life. Become calmer, healthier, happier, more focused, more efficient, more productive, more creative, more present. Slow down to unleash a better you at work, home and beyond. This book is a perfect companion to the global bestseller In Praise of Slow (In Praise of Slowness in the USA). Carl Honoré is the voice of the Slow Movement and the world's leading expert on slowing down in a fast world. While researching In Praise of Slow, he got slapped with a speeding ticket! WHAT THE MEDIA SAYS ABOUT CARL...

From one of the world's foremost spiritual leaders, an inspiring book that provides young adults and their parents with a game plan for leading a better life. This inspiring, upbeat, life-affirming book shows teenagers and their families how to navigate through the moral minefields of...

This guide is for seasoned tech professionals over 50 who’ve spent decades building, solving, and innovating—only to find themselves sidelined by younger, less experienced managers. You’re not obsolete—you’re a powerhouse of knowledge, insight, and resilience. This guide will help you rediscover your voice, reclaim your value, and rewrite the narrative. It’s time to stop shrinking and start standing tall in the career you’ve worked so hard to build.