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Join Ben Woodman as he reviews real sermons - some live, some recorded - and puts those preachers on the hot seat for real-time feedback. Drawing on years of experience preaching to students, Ben will give honest yet encouraging feedback as he unpacks what makes messages clear, engaging, and memorable for students. Want to be one of the preachers in the hot seat? Apply here, to have your sermon reviewed live." < Back Track 1 | Leadership The Preacher's Lab 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Chapel SESSION SPEAKER Ben Woodman Learn More Join Ben Woodman as he reviews real sermons - some live, some recorded - and puts those preachers on the hot seat for real-time feedback. Drawing on years of experience preaching to students, Ben will give honest yet encouraging feedback as he unpacks what makes messages clear, engaging, and memorable for students. Want to be one of the preachers in the hot seat? Apply here, to have your sermon reviewed live." Apply Now

Small groups can be a catalyst for inspirational fellowship and growth… or they can be draining spawns of destruction. Which kind is yours? This workshop will offer 4 tips on improving small group dynamics. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools How to Lead a Better Small Group 10:45am | Breakout 01 Nikkel Hall SESSION SPEAKER Ken Castor Learn More Small groups can be a catalyst for inspirational fellowship and growth… or they can be draining spawns of destruction. Which kind is yours? This workshop will offer 4 tips on improving small group dynamics. Apply Now

We exist to empower youth workers to help the next generation follow Jesus. We do that through conferences, the Coalition, and resources for youth ministries. Your Support Makes an Eternal Difference Hear from pastors and youth workers who have been impacted by Youth Worker Community, and get a glimpse of how your donation makes a difference in the lives of students and ministry leaders. Help the next generation follow Jesus! Click below for ways to donate to Youth Worker Community. DONATE NOW Subscribe to our Newsletter SUBSCRIBE Follow on Social Media

Chap Clark (MA, MDiv, PhD) is President of Institute for Ministry Leadership and a professor of practical theology and youth, family and culture at Fuller Seminary for two decades. Chap is a global speaker and consultant, author of two dozen books, and an internationally recognized expert on cultural and generational trends, adolescent and young adult development, church leadership, and practical theology. Chap and Dee, a LMFT counselor and an equine-assisted psychotherapy trainer and practitioner, have three grown children, six grandchildren, and live in Gig Harbor, WA. < Back Chap Clark Chap Clark (MA, MDiv, PhD) is President of Institute for Ministry Leadership and a professor of practical theology and youth, family and culture at Fuller Seminary for two decades. Chap is a global speaker and consultant, author of two dozen books, and an internationally recognized expert on cultural and generational trends, adolescent and young adult development, church leadership, and practical theology. Chap and Dee, a LMFT counselor and an equine-assisted psychotherapy trainer and practitioner, have three grown children, six grandchildren, and live in Gig Harbor, WA. Hurt 3.0 The Cultural Pivot 10:45am | Breakout 01 Read More

In this series with Spencer Conway, we will explore different themes in Psalms 23, a prayer written by David. Praying Through Psalm 23 with Spencer Conway Video Package $50 ADD TO CART About the Series In this series with Spencer Conway we will explore different themes in Psalms 23, a prayer written by David. Prayer is where our relationship with God grows. If you’re willing to stick with this practice and learn new approaches to prayer, you will be able to develop a relationship with God that is so much deeper than you could’ve ever imagined. Your purchase also includes small group questions, making it a ready-to-use resource for youth workers. Feel free to access a full preview of this teaching video below to make sure that it fits for your group. *Every dollar spent on these resources goes back into creating more series like this.* Preview the Curriculum Need help equipping your youth ministry? Get our Curriculum Discount Codes—no strings attached. We’re a non-profit that exists to serve churches of every size. If budget is tight, we’ve got you covered. Email* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. * Send My Codes We’ll email you the codes right away and send an occasional update on new resources. Unsubscribe anytime. Buy the Series Now! Video Package $50 ADD TO CART Amplify Ministry Impact Train Your Volunteers Cultivate Faith Foundations Teach Your Students

We exist to support youth workers in helping the next generation follow Jesus. We appreciate your support and donation. Donate & Partner With Us SUPPORT THE MISSION Read More Truth Matters is a registered Canadian charity that operates through the faithful and generous support of people who believe in what we’re doing. Two key values of our organization are accessibility and affordability. We could not live out either of these values if it were not for our partners and friends who financially make this a reality. Partner financially with us to help the next generation see and experience the truth of Jesus Christ. All donations are tax receiptable. Ways to Give Cheque Cheques should be made payable to Truth Matters Ministries Mail to: PO Box 29007 Moncton, NB E1G 4R3 Online E-Transfer to info@truthmatters.ca . Or give by credit card, Paypal, or Google Pay. GIVE ONLINE Automatic Withdrawal Email our team, and we'll help you get set up. EMAIL US Your Support Makes an Eternal Difference Hear from pastors and youth workers who have been impacted by Youth Worker Community, and get a glimpse of how your donation makes a difference in the lives of students and ministry leaders. Leave us a message and we'll get back to you! First name* Last name* Email* Phone Subject Message Submit Subscribe to our Newsletter SUBSCRIBE Follow on Social Media Explore our Curriculum Check out our Conferences

Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. < Back Steve Zacharias Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. The Feels Are Strong With This One: Walking With Teens in Emotional Development 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Read More

Does the administrative side of ministry leave you feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone! Many leaders find that balancing ministry with the constant demands of planning, emails, messages, receipts, and all the meetings can be challenging. Join us as we dive into practical strategies and tools that will help you remain passionate about your calling while managing the details — all without stress! Or at least less stress. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools Help! I'm Struggling With All the Administration and Planning That My Ministry Requires 10:45am | Breakout 01 Board Room SESSION SPEAKER Jeremy MacDonald Learn More Does the administrative side of ministry leave you feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone! Many leaders find that balancing ministry with the constant demands of planning, emails, messages, receipts, and all the meetings can be challenging. Join us as we dive into practical strategies and tools that will help you remain passionate about your calling while managing the details — all without stress! Or at least less stress. Apply Now

To maximize the eternal impact that happens in the lives of youth in our ministries has a direct correlation to the quality of our volunteer ministry team. This session will focus on how to practically recruit, build and sustain a thriving volunteer youth ministry team that can become a "kingdom dream team" in reaching, discipling and empowering youth in their faith with Jesus. < Back Track 1 | Leadership Building a Kingdom Dream Team 2:45pm | Breakout 03 3013 SESSION SPEAKER Matt Wilkinson Learn More To maximize the eternal impact that happens in the lives of youth in our ministries has a direct correlation to the quality of our volunteer ministry team. This session will focus on how to practically recruit, build and sustain a thriving volunteer youth ministry team that can become a "kingdom dream team" in reaching, discipling and empowering youth in their faith with Jesus. Apply Now

God calls us to love and follow him with all our thoughts, attitudes, and actions -- to be integrated whole people. But that's challenging to do in a disintegrated broken world. We'll talk about how both leaders and students can move toward wholeness and holiness as they pursue deep discipleship. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools Head-Heart-Hands: Whole and Holy Discipleship 10:45am | Breakout 01 Multipurpose 011A SESSION SPEAKER Crystal Kirgiss Learn More God calls us to love and follow him with all our thoughts, attitudes, and actions -- to be integrated whole people. But that's challenging to do in a disintegrated broken world. We'll talk about how both leaders and students can move toward wholeness and holiness as they pursue deep discipleship. Apply Now

With his decades of experience and thousands of hours of counselling in the most difficult of situations, Dr. Marv Penner will provide a wide range of appropriate interventions and fundamental people-helping skills for youth workers as we attempt to minister to kids who are experiencing all types of pain and hurt. He’ll also help us recognize our limitations and learn the principles of effective referral. < Back Marv Penner With his decades of experience and thousands of hours of counselling in the most difficult of situations, Dr. Marv Penner will provide a wide range of appropriate interventions and fundamental people-helping skills for youth workers as we attempt to minister to kids who are experiencing all types of pain and hurt. He’ll also help us recognize our limitations and learn the principles of effective referral. Parents! The Most Important Youth Workers Ever 10:45am | Breakout 01 Read More

Co-vocational youth ministry means you’ve got two job titles and one big calling—serving your church while also working in another vocation. It’s not just a way to pay the bills, it’s a way to live out faith in both the church and the wider world. This seminar gets real about the juggle: how to balance two vocations, set boundaries that stick, and even use your “other job” as a surprising asset in ministry with students and families. Walk away with tools and encouragement about the holy chaos of this dual calling. < Back Track 1 | Leadership Thriving in Co-Vocational Youth Ministry 10:45am | Breakout 01 Family Centre SESSION SPEAKER Ginny Olson Learn More Co-vocational youth ministry means you’ve got two job titles and one big calling—serving your church while also working in another vocation. It’s not just a way to pay the bills, it’s a way to live out faith in both the church and the wider world. This seminar gets real about the juggle: how to balance two vocations, set boundaries that stick, and even use your “other job” as a surprising asset in ministry with students and families. Walk away with tools and encouragement about the holy chaos of this dual calling. Apply Now