How to Navigate Student Ministry Leaders

Navigating student ministry leaders who think they don’t need guidance is a delicate dance between “I trust you” and “Please don’t burn down the building.”

Here are some tips on navigating student leadership in ministry:

🗣️ Start with open conversations: Sit with your student leaders and share the big picture. Let them know what goals need to be hit, but also listen to their ideas—sometimes their creativity can help you get there in a way you hadn’t thought of.
🤝 Find the middle ground: Look for ways to blend their passions with the ministry’s goals. If they’re excited about something, figure out how it can fit into the bigger plan so everyone wins.
✏️ Give them ownership within boundaries: Allow student leaders to take charge of projects or events that align with the ministry’s goals. This way, they feel empowered while still moving things in the right direction.
💬 Regular check-ins: Set up casual, regular check-ins to make sure everyone’s on the same page. It’s easier to adjust course or address concerns when everyone is in the loop.
🎉 Celebrate their successes: Acknowledge when student leaders hit a milestone or come up with a great idea that helps achieve a goal. Celebrating their wins builds trust and keeps them motivated to keep working toward those goals.

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