There is something untamed, unpredictable, and undeniably powerful happening in young adults ministry right now – and if we’re honest, it feels a lot like

I was recently asked to share with a group of youth workers about the “challenges and opportunities” facing the next generation.   What struck me about

Every church planting conversation starts with the pastor. But what if the real engine of a healthy church plant is a group of ordinary, unpaid

Gen Z (born roughly 1997-2012) has been stereotyped and mischaracterized so much that it is hard to discern fact from fiction.  They are sometimes seen

During month one of my very first ministry role, I knew almost nothing.  I was 19, a transplant to Chicagoland, and a fresh Bible college

The future of the church depends on how we: 1. Reach; 2. Disciple; and 3. Send the next generation.  Across the country, pastors are watching

As church leaders, we are entrusted with the incredible privilege – and responsibility – of raising up the next generation of leaders.  Yet, we often

By Lisa Birle  I’m often asked what the secret sauce is for our internship program.  What makes our internship experience at Saddleback so special? What’s

Viral or Revival? When Zach Meerkreebs stepped off the stage after what he felt was a mediocre sermon at best, he sent a text message