Why People Are Leaving the Church: What The Research Actually Says

I recently came across a Reel from @Bradyshearer sharing that two research groups independently reached similar conclusions about why people are leaving the church, and the readings have been fascinating.  This is a summary of the Pew Research Center and PRRI (Public Religion Research Institute).  And while many Christians assume the answer is simple, the

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A New Tool for Your Youth Ministry Toolbox: YouthGroupGame.com

We’re always looking for resources that are practical, affordable, and actually helpful for youth workers and this is one worth putting on your radar. YouthGroupGame.com is a simple, easy-to-use platform that gives you ready-to-go games you can use in your ministry immediately. No overthinking, no scrambling last minute, designed for those weeks when you just need

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Camp Isn’t an Event, It’s a Spiritual Marker

Every summer, youth pastors everywhere load up vans, triple-check permission slips, and hope the snack budget somehow stretches just a little further. We experience games, sessions, and late-night chaos, and if we’re honest, it can start to feel like camp is just another big event on the calendar. But it’s not. Camp is something far

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What Leaders Need to Know for ASCENT 2026

Getting ready for ASCENT?  Here is everything you need to know to make sure your group is ready. THE PACKING LIST Here is everything you need to know about what to bring to ASCENT. Feel free to send this to your group.  Please bring a pillow and bedding (the camp only provides a mattress). CLICK

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