‘Elder statesman of youth ministry’ points students to life-changing truths

February 6, 2026

At 60 years old, evangelist Douglas Runkles – better known as “Runks” – considers himself the “elder statesman of youth ministry.”

Felt Needs series: Creating a church of belonging for the lonely

January 21, 2026

Loneliness has become a widespread emotional struggle, possibly even headed toward a crisis, in the U.S. and the Church.

‘Church of today:’ 750 Alabama teens depart Young Lions Conference with Bibles in hand

January 20, 2026

Described by one church leader as the “best weekend of the year,” more than 750 middle school and high school students gathered at Redemption Church in Saraland, Alabama, (Jan. 16-17) for a weekend of “bible teaching, powerful worship …”

Felt Needs series: How congregations can bring hope to families with wayward youth

January 16, 2026

The Connors are Christian parents of three teenagers. They are faithful church members who have attended and supported their church for decades, serving their fellow

Ways small churches can support youth programs

June 20, 2025

Youth who are involved in these projects learn valuable lessons that will aid them throughout their lives.

‘Full circle’: Camp speaker Logan Meek desires to connect all ages

May 28, 2025

Logan Meek enjoys using visual illustrations to coordinate with Bible lessons — like adding a few extra ingredients to a birthday cake to show how sin “messed everything up.”

His Place and Hosanna Home offers ‘bigger purpose’ for those overcoming addictions

May 9, 2025

His Place, a one-year residential program in Opelika founded in 1986 by evangelist Rick Hagans and his wife, Kim, aims to help men overcome addiction. A companion ministry for women, Hosanna Home, opened in 1996.