Behind the Scenes: Planning a Camp Like ASCENT

If you’ve ever attended ASCENT, you know it feels like the kind of week that just works (hopefully). But what most people never see is the massive amount of planning that happens long before the first student arrives on site. As the ASCENT Planning team, we want to pull back the curtain a bit and share

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How to Create a Great Job Description for a Summer Internship (That Actually Helps You AND Your Intern)

When it comes to summer internships in ministry, most churches fall into one of two categories: “We’ll just figure it out as we go…” “Let’s create a clear, helpful plan that sets everyone up for success.” Guess which one interns (and staff) prefer? 🙃 If you’re looking to host a youth, worship, or kids ministry

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How to Conduct a Job Interview for a Church Intern

Hiring a summer intern for your church—especially in areas like youth, worship, or kids ministry—is a big deal. You’re not just filling a short-term role. You’re investing in a future leader, someone who will be representing your church, connecting with people, and potentially exploring a lifetime of ministry. So how do you make the most

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From Sunscreen to Syllabi: 7 Tips to Transition from Summer to School-Year

The summer was a whirlwind—camps, mission trips, water games, late-night heart-to-hearts, and maybe even a slip-n-slide baptism or two (JK). But now, as Walmart swaps out pool floats for pencils, it’s your cue: fall is coming. And with it, a whole new rhythm for your youth ministry. So how do you transition well from the

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