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As I sit down to share my passion for youth ministry and the incredible journey it has been, I can't help but reflect on the invaluable role that DownloadYouthMinistry.com (DYM) has played in shaping my approach to youth leadership. Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to my 9 favorite resources on DYM and shed light on why this platform has become my go-to destination for inspiration, creativity, and ministry growth.
If you read all the way to the end, I'll be giving all of these resources away, FOR FREE!
Writing and creating for DYM has been more than just a professional endeavor for me; it's been a journey of personal and spiritual fulfillment. From the moment I joined this vibrant community, I found a wealth of resources designed to empower youth pastors and make the often-challenging task of leading young hearts both accessible and rewarding.
So, why do I love creating and writing for DYM? The answer lies in the shared vision of helping youth pastors not just survive but thrive in their ministries. DYM is more than a platform; it's a supportive community that understands the unique challenges we face in guiding the next generation. The resources offered here go beyond the conventional, providing innovative and practical solutions that resonate with the ever-evolving landscape of youth culture.
Without any more fanfare, let me share with you my top 9 favorite DYM resources.
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9 HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR TOILET?
This hilarious game was my very first game in my DYM journey.
I was in a Jimmy John's bathroom and noticed a sign with funny toilet facts on the wall. I took a photo, immediately went back to the office, and created this game. It's not my best designed resource, in fact DYM did some graphical upgrades after I submitted it, but it's on this list because it was one of my first ones.
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/toilet-trivia-game/games-738.html
8 MYSTERY SEARCH
This is a super fun game, where you're tasked to find the hidden item in a busy photo. Think "Where's Waldo" meets "Youth Ministry."
It's a tough contestant based game, I think, because it's fairly difficult, but there's also a social media version which I think is perfect to play on your church's social media
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/mystery-search/games/sports-6938.html
7 VISUAL VARIANCE VOYAGE
A Simple Spot the Difference Game! Social and Widescreen versions available!
6 FRIENDSGIVING
This game is a fun take on "This or That" Thanksgiving Food and Activities Edition.
One fun way is to play with "celebrities" like your senior pastor.
"Does your senior pastor prefer Ham or Turkey?"
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/friendsgiving/thanksgiving/thanksgiving-games-8387.html
5 BACK TO SCHOOL BINGO
One of my favorite interactive games, where students play bingo based on how they spent their summer. There are categories such as
- Church Summer Activities
- Vacation
- Miscellaneous
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/back2school-bingo/fall/back-to-school-8921.html
4 GIF FLASHBACK
Tests the memory of your students. Watch the GIF, then immediately answer a question related to it.
The questions get HARD!
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/gif-flashback/games-6794.html
3 BRING ME
My All-Time-Go-To game in any moment, you don't need a screen, but we have one for this game.
The first student to "Bring Me ___" wins
That's it!!
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/bring-me-10-game-bundle/games-bringmebundle.html
2 EMOJI PHRASEOLOGY
My best selling game series of all time, we have one for just about every holiday and instance in which you can possibly imagine. Guess the emoji phrase. Widescreen & Social versions included!
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/emoji-phraseology/social-media/instagram-6801.html
1 DUCK DUCK TRIVIA
Duck, Duck Trivia is the first of it's kind. A game inside a game. My favorite Hybrid Game we've ever played!
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/p/duck-duck-trivia/trivia-8705.html
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