Blog About Youth Ministry & Mission Trips for Teens

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020 | by ThereforeGo Ministries In Press Release

Youth Unlimited Becomes ThereforeGo Ministries

As of Tuesday, September 1, Youth Unlimited has officially changed its’ name to ThereforeGo Ministries.
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August 15, 2020August 24, 2020 | by Ron deVries In SERVE Testimonies

A Reflection on SERVE@Home

SERVE@home was an answer to prayer for our church.
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June 8, 2020September 1, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In Youth Ministry

Anti-Racist Resources For Your Youth Group

CRCNA Race Relations The CRCNA has and is continuing to develop resources about racism through their office of Race Relations. Not only do they provide education and practical ideas for churches in both the US and Canadian context but they also offer workshops on racism, leadership...
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May 1, 2020August 14, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In Press Release, SERVE

COVID-19 Creates Opportunity For New SERVE@Home Outreach Program

Every spring season, Youth Unlimited is preparing to mobilize thousands of teens and volunteers to participate in SERVE – weeklong mission trips across the United States and Canada. SERVE is a unique approach to mission experiences because it allows students to partner with churches in communities and...
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January 20, 2020August 24, 2020 | by ThereforeGo Ministries In SERVE, SERVE Testimonies

Go Do Good – Do It

SERVE 2019 was one of the most influential weeks of my life. Seeing the broken state some people live in is one thing but having the opportunity to help them and change their way of life is entirely different. We made a difference, even if all we...
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October 15, 2019November 8, 2019 | by ThereforeGo Ministries In SERVE

Forever One; SERVE 2020 Theme

For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. Psalm 100:5 (NIV) The Bible is full of stories. These stories, or narratives, give us a glimpse into the nature and character of God, as well as God’s relationship to...
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October 11, 2019August 24, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In Youth Ministry

5 Events to Raise More Money for Your Next Youth Mission Trip

Convincing people to give you money isn’t always easy – even if it’s for a life-changing youth mission trip. You need to get creative to inspire your youth and make them excited about raising money for the trip. We’ve created a practical list for youth workers and...
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September 30, 2019September 1, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In SERVE, Youth Ministry

5 Reflection Questions to Ask After Your Mission Trip

Coming home from a youth mission trip can be much like falling off a mountaintop and walking away very disoriented. You have experienced so much in such a short time that coming back to real-life can be a letdown. One way to prevent disorientation is to spend...
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September 23, 2019August 24, 2020 | by ThereforeGo Ministries In Notes From the Executive Director

A Time For Reflection

If no one asks a student about a significant experience in their life, they might assume it doesn’t matter and move on.
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September 20, 2019August 24, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In SERVE, Youth Ministry

7 Ways to Empower and Encourage Youth Before a Youth Mission Trip

Beyond the details of planning for a youth service trip is one of its most essential elements: building enthusiasm. A youth mission trip may be one of the most positive and memorable experiences a young adult encounters. We need the youthful gifts of passion and creativity to...
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August 1, 2019August 24, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In SERVE, Youth Ministry

9 Benefits of Youth Mission Trips

Through our 100 years of ministry, we have learned a lot including the fact that our youth mission trips are a powerful way to remain active in church and grow in your faith. Through a faith-forming, short-term mission trip experience, you will serve God and learn about...
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July 26, 2019August 24, 2020 | by Elizabeth Bosscher In Youth Ministry

5 Ways to Pray for Your Upcoming Mission Trip

Mission trips are often a life-changing experience. When planning to attend a mission trip there is more to the preparation than making sure your bag is packed with enough clean clothes for the week. You also want to prepare through prayer for all that you will experience....
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