WyldLife Wednesday: Thoughts From High Schoolers On Giving Your First Club Talk
Written by Rob O’Donnell and Perrin Duvall, WyldLife Representatives, Eastern DivisionWe have a great team of high school leaders on our WyldLife team. Two of them had the opportunity to give their...
View ArticleCamp Musician Of The Month: Christopher Williams
Christopher Williams has been involved with Young Life since he was a nerdy 9th grader, where he hosted club in his parents living room in Briarcliff Manor, just outside of NYC. It was his first real...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Low Prep Games For Club and Campaigners
Need a last minute game idea for club? Or a fun idea to kickoff Campaigners? All you need to pull this off is a smart Phone, WiFi and an Apple TV. Go to the iTunes app store and click on "Top Charts"...
View ArticleWyldLife Wednesday: Fundraise While Serving Your Community
Written by, Julie Gertenrich, WyldLife Divisional Representative, Northwest DivisionWyldLife leaders… meet Project Serve, a great way to fundraise for camp, do contact work with your middle school...
View ArticleYL Capernaum: Involving High School Buddies
Written by Allen Guy.About 8 years ago, I began two different volunteer projects: First, I became a leader with New Tampa Young Life. I also became actively involved with a ministry for people with...
View ArticleThe Divine No
Life has felt pretty full lately, so this week I went away to spend 24 hours alone with the Lord. The main questions I wanted to ask Him were:God, what is NOT your will for me? What are the "good"...
View ArticleMark Your Calendars for a Young Life Work Week Near You
If you've never been to a Young Life Work Week, this could be your year! They're only a couple months away so look at the dates below and mark your calendars. It's a great opportunity to add another YL...
View ArticleWhy I Keep Going: The Story of a Young Life Leader named Juan
Written by Juan Perez, a volunteer leader in Lincoln, NE. If you would like to share an idea or encouragement with thousands of YL leaders around the globe, here's how you submit a guest post. When I...
View ArticleWyldLife Wednesday: WyldLunch
Written by Scottie Dancy, WyldLife regional representative, Tennessee Region.Last fall, I met with Maria, a WyldLife team leader, to plan the semester for WyldLife with one of our middle schools. While...
View ArticleUsing Snapchat in Young Life
According to Forbes, teenagers in the US spend an average of 9 hours/day in front of a screen. According to my high school friends, the one app that most captivates their attention is Snapchat. While...
View ArticleKidnap Club
Written by Lydia Smith, volunteer leader in Birmingham, AL.When the invitation “Just come, you’ll love it” doesn’t attract kids to club, Kidnap Club can be the safe surprise to help kids get their...
View ArticleFree Pancakes Tomorrow at IHOP
Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 8th, is FREE PANCAKE DAY at IHOPs nationwide! 7am-7pm.Last year, Young Life leaders in our area took kids for dinner after their practices and games. It could be a long wait...
View ArticleGoing Deeper with Campaigners
A friend recently sent me the email below. I thought it would be a helpful discussion for all of us who lead Campaigners.Drew,I'm currently leading a Campaigners group of around 15 guys. We meet every...
View ArticleSt. Patty's Club Ideas
This year, St. Patrick's Day falls on Thursday, March 17th. Below are a few ideas to help you plan your 2016 St. Patty's club. Green ClubEncourage everyone dress in green. Some folks may even paint...
View ArticleWyldLife Wednesday: Why Every Leader Needs a MV
Written by Joe Nelson, WyldLife staff in Charlottesville, VA.Every WyldLife leader needs a minivan. You can store a lot in a minivan. The trunk of my minivan stores various pieces of sports equipment...
View ArticleMarch Madness Club Ideas
March Madness has begun and the NCAA tournament starts next week! If you're hosting a March Madness club, below are some ideas to get you ballin'.What to WearEncourage everyone to wear gear from their...
View ArticleThe Young Life Leader Bracket Challenge
Make your picks! We're hosting the 3rd annual Young Life Leader March Madness Bracket Challenge!Enter your bracket in the Young Life Leaders group on ESPN.The winner will be featured on...
View ArticleWyldLife Wednesday: Discussion Grenades at Campaigners
Written by Kevin Chao, WyldLife Coordinator for Metro North Region and Area Director, Greenwich, CTIcebreakers! Discussion Launchers! Discussion Grenades! Getting everyone involved with a question or...
View ArticleA Powerful Way To Honor Your Graduating Seniors
Before you know it the seniors in your Young Life club will be graduating. One special way to honor and celebrate them is with a "Blessing Service." I've seen this done in very different, yet...
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