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As we reect on the incredible work you do in the lives of students, I want to take a moment to encourage you and remind you of the unwavering truth in Isaiah 40:8:“The grass withers, the ower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” These words carry such profound signicance, especially in the context of youth ministry. In a world where trends come and go, where cultural shifts and challenges seem ever-changing, the Word of God remains constant and unshakable. It is the foundation upon which we build, and it is through this unchanging truth that students are transformed.I know that youth ministry is often a challenging and demanding calling. You pour your time, heart, and energy into students who are navigating complex lives, seeking answers, and discovering their identity in Christ. Yet, I want to remind you that the work you’re doing is eternal. Every Bible study, every prayer, every conversation, and every moment of guidance you provide is an investment in the lives of the next generation—an investment that will last far beyond any season, challenge, or setback.As you press on in leading your ministry, know that you are not alone. We are here to walk alongside you, providing resources, training, and encouragement for the journey ahead. Keep going strong, and never underestimate the power of the Word of God in the hearts of your students. Though the world around them may shift, the Truth you impart will stand rm and guide them for a lifetime.Since 2010, our mission has been to “Help Youth Pastors Disciple Students.” I invite you to explore the resources and events included in this magazine and let us know how we can partner with you in the journey ahead.Cheering you on!yo u t h pa s t o rGreetingsLes BradfordCo-Founder, CEOles@YM360.com3A NOTE FROM LES

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SMALL GROUP CURRICULUM Sunday Morning Curriculum PG 7-10DISCIPLE NOW & RETREAT WEEKENDSThemes/Studies/Resources PG 11-12Introducing: MINISTRY EVENTSSummer Camps PG 13-16Spring Conferences PG 17-18YEARLONG MINISTRY STRATEGYYM360+ Curriculum & Youth Ministry Strategy PG 19-22MIDWEEK RESOURCESMidweek Series, Games, & More PG 23-24PARENT MINISTRYMinistry To Parents PG 25Screen Smarts PG 26YOUTH PASTOR TRAININGMyYouthMin Training & Leadership Development PG 27-28YM360 VALUESWhat We Do & How We Do It PG 29-30!"""#"$%#%&%!%$OUR MISSION, our purposeHelping Youth Pastors Disciple Students OUR VISION, what we do Helping Youth Pastors Win4

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YEARS15 YEARS. ONE PURPOSE.You.Fifteen years ago, we started with a simple mission: to help youth pastors disciple students.We set out to walk alongside youth pastors like you—faithfully pouring into the next generation.You’ve been the heartbeat of student ministry. You’ve stayed late, showed up early, prayed hard, and kept going. Week after week you’ve prayed. You’ve planned. You’ve poured your heart out.And for 15 years we’ve been honored to stand with you every step of the way.YESTERDAY. TODAY.Always.YM360 isn’t just a name, it’s a commitment. A legacy of resourcing youth ministries withGospel-centered curriculum, events, training, and resources that meet the moment and shape eternity.Whether you’re new to youth ministry or have walked this path for decades,we’re here to help you disciple students and to help you win.TOGETHER, WE’VE IMPACTED THOUSANDS OF STUDENTS.AND WE’RE JUST GETTING STARTED.DISCOVER ALL WE CAN DO TO HELP YOU WIN AT YM360.COMEvery resource, every study, every event we create is designed for one purpose:To help you point students to Jesus and grow them in the Gospel.6

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“Although 61% of U.S. teensidentify as Christian, only 4%hold a biblical worldview thatguides their daily decisions.”Barna Group, The Open Generation (2023);Cultural Research Center, AWVI 2023 “63% of Gen Z agreethat what is morally rightand wrong changes over time,based on society’ or ‘dependson what an individual believes.’”Barna Group, Gen Z Volume 3, 2024Your students are growing up in a world of self-defined truth. “Follow your heart” is louder than “Follow Me.”But you have a chance to call them to something more. A foundation rooted in the way, the truth, and the life. A path toward self-denial, not self-discovery. When truth becomes subjective, discipleship becomes essential.And this generation needs more than weekly inspiration—they need spiritual transformation.In 2026, a bold, new small group discipleship resource is coming. More than just another curriculum—it’s a call to follow. Powered by YM360. Centered in God’s Word. Built to equip small group leaders. Created for youth pastors who believe: Belief is the beginning. Followers are the goal.Be The First To Know!8

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9CHOOSE FROM 7 BIBLICALLY-BASED, YEAR-LONG SMALL GROUP CURRICULUM OPTIONS:THE THREADDiscovering The Thread of TheGospel Through The Big-Picture Story of The BibleANCHOREDSure and SteadfastSMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY IS ESSENTIALFOR DISCIPLESHIPTHE JESUS STUDIESThe Words of JesusAbout Real-life IssuesTHE LIFEEmbracing the Life ofa Christ-FollowerAMPLIFYGrowing a Faith That LastsACTIVATEThe Building Blocks of FaithTHE GOOD NEWS:Sharing the Gospel with a New GenerationStudents live in a world full of news. Some of it is good, and some of it is bad. Students turn to multiple sources for their daily news, doing their best to find truth in what they learn. But what if you could share the ultimate Good News with them? What if you could help them see that the Gospel is Good News that impacts every single day of their life? New!SMALL GROUP CURRICULUM

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WHAT WILL YOUR STUDENTS STUDY? The Good News? The Thread? Jesus Studies?We’ve been writing Bible Studies for over 20 years ... and it’s our desire to help your volunteer leaders clearly communicate about the deep things of God in creative and interactive ways. Let us help you nd the perfect t for your unique ministry needs!NEED HELP HAND-PICKING YOUR CURRICULUMNEED HELP HAND-PICKING YOUR CURRICULUMBASED ON YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS?BASED ON YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS?CALL US - 888.969.6360 CALL US - 888.969.6360 TRUSTWORY BIBLE STUDY FOR YOUR SMALL GROUPS.TRUSTWORY BIBLE STUDY FOR YOUR SMALL GROUPS.JOIN THOUSANDS OF CHURCHES AND CHOOSEGospel-centered, Bible-based, Easy-to-Teach Curriculum from YM360.TRY 3 LESSONS FREEAND PLACE YOUR ORDER AT YM360.COM/BIBLESTUDYINCLUDED W/ ! 10

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11Organizing a Disciple Now or Youth Ministry Retreat is overwhelming. From selecting the right theme, nding leaders, and coordinating logistics, the pressure is real. That’s where we come in.With every detail covered -- from small group lessons to videos, graphics to T-shirts, you’ll get everything you need ... and for your next event, you’ll spend less time stressing and more time doing what you were called to do: lead students closer to Jesus.POWERFUL, GOSPEL-CENTERED EVENTS—WITHOUT THE STRESSOver 10,000 youth pastors have experiencedtransformative, hassle-free events. Now, it’s your turn.DISCIPLE NOW & RETREAT WEEKENDS

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POWERFUL, GOSPEL-CENTERED EVENTS—WITHOUT THE STRESS20+ STUDIES THAT SPARK REAL DISCIPLESHIP.SIMPLE TO USE. DEEPLY BIBLICAL. BUILT TO GROW YOUR STUDENTS’ FAI.WHY CHOOSE JUSTLIKECHRIST STUDIES: Rooted in Truth. Trusted Since 2010.Each study is built on solid biblical truth and rich theological depth, equipping students not just to understand the Bible, but to live it out with condence. Small Groups That Actually Work.Each study includes thoughtfully crafted lessons, meaningful reection points, and engaging discussion questions that keep students connected and growing. Created by Youth Pastors, for Youth Pastors.Developed by real ministry leaders, our content brings real-world insight to each teaching outline, illustration, and question—because we’ve been there too.WITH ANY THEME/STUDY YOU’LL GET: GET STARTED TODAY | YM360.COM/JLC | 888.969.6360GET STARTED TODAY | YM360.COM/JLC | 888.969.63604 SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY LESSONS* extra feeSTUDENT BIBLE STUDY GUIDE*4 DEVOTIONS FOR YOUR STUDENTS OPTION FOR CUSTOM-DESIGNED T-SHIRTS*EVENT-THEMED T-SHIRTS* A COMPLETE MEDIA PACKAGE4 LARGE GROUP SERMON OUTLINESUNLIMITED SMALL GROUP LEADERS 25 STAGE GAMES 4-WEEK, FOLLOW-UP DEVOTIONAL JOURNAL*NO OTHER NAMEUPENDEDTOGETHEREXCHANGETHE DARKNESSAND THE LIGHTTHIS CHANGESEVERYTHINGTOTAL SURRENDERMAKE IT MATTERFEARLESSUNIDENTIFIEDTRULY FREEONELOST & FOUNDREDEFINEDRELENTLESST HE PAUSEUNDIVIDEDNEXTSO MUCH MORETHE UPRISINGFOLLOWERINCLUDED W/ ! NEW NEWINCLUDED IN YOUR STARTER PACK:• 48-PG STUDENT BOOK FOR SMALL GROUPS• 4-WEEK FOLLOW-UP DEVOTIONAL JOURNAL FOR STUDENTS• OFFICIAL THEME T-SHIRT• FREE PLANNING RESOURCES• STEP-BY-STEP TIPS FOR PREP & PLANNING• ... AND MORE12

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What’sWhat’sINCLUDED?MEALSEleven meals oncampus or aboxed lunch forSERVE andEXPLORE options.LODGINGEither in dorms orlodges, you sleepin beds! Housingpriority is basedon your depositpayment date.CURRICULUMEvery studentreceives astudent bookwith Bible studyand quiet times togo along withyour leader'slesson plans.PROGRAMMINGWorship, Kickstart, and First Light areall dynamic experiencesfocused on qualitypreaching, worship,and live production. T-SHIRTEveryone in yourgroup scores theofcial themed T-shirt.DEDICATED TIMESpend intentionallycrafted timewith your studentsall week long. FUNFrom a 5K, toTribe vs. Tribe,to the late night“Get Down”...GENERATE isfull of fun.KIDS ACADEMYOF AWESOMENESSDo you wish you couldbring your familywith you? You can! Children who havecompleted kindergarten through 5th grade canattend our KAA wherethey’ll have a Bible lesson,sing songs, and playgames all led by twoGENERATE staff members. GENERATESTUDENTS.COM OR CALL 888.969.636014

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CHRIS LOVELLPHILIP A. MITCHELL15CHOOSE FROM 6 CAMP OPTIONS:LEADING THE WAY: PREACHINGLEADING THE WAY: W0RSHIPANDY BLANKSMARKUS MCFOLLINGMARK LAMBLANDON DOWDEN LOGAN GRANTHAMJAROD WOODAUSTIN WADLOWMARQUISE COXJARRYD FOREMANDAVE RHODESAARON WILLIAMS DAVEY LEVERETT EDENFIELDPEOPLE OF THE EARTHMOVELOVELANDON WOLFE MINDAY LAMJOURNEY WORSHIP CO.DANNY RANGELRECHAB GRAYJOHN MARC KOHLCHAD POEDREW WORSHAMRYAN FONTENOTGERALD FADIYOMISHANE PRUITTFIRM FOUNDATIONPORTRAITS MUSICJASON COOK KENNETH BRUCESHAQ HARDYJOHNSON FERRYWORSHIPHOOTENTHE MUSEUM WERCALLEDCome to GENERATE where we handle all the details once you choose which camp option is best for you and your students. Each option has been intentionally created to give you and your group the most impactful camp experience ever. CONNECTSERVEGUIDEEXPLORESHARELEAD TEAM is centered around community building within your group. Groups in CONNECT will experience small group Bible study and participate in organized recreational games alongside your adult leaders.will take your group off campus to serve in a local mission project for much of the day and you manage no details - we got it taken care of.is similar to CONNECT in how the schedule of the day is structured, but a GENERATE Team Member will lead your group's small group Bible study instead of your adult leaders.puts you in control of your day from 10AM through dinner. This is ideal if you want to go off campus as a group during the day.spends dedicated time in evangelism training with your group, and then put those evangelism tools into practice with community engagement in assigned areas on the 3rd and 4th days of camp.is for your 10th grade and up students who you are preparing for leadership. You and your lead team students will be an extension of our team and will participate in a highly intentional mentorship experience alongside our team. FULL DETAILS AVAILABLE AT GENERATESTUDENTS.COM

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WHAT TO EXPECT?CHOOSE FROM EIGHT DATES & LOCATIONSYM360 is thrilled to host GENERATE Conference weekends in the late winter/ early spring of 2026 in various cities. You can expect dynamic, Word-focused, and worship-lled weekend events that will challenge your students to know Christ and make Him Known. Plus, every ticket includes a conference student book which includes large group note taking sections, devotions, and more.USE GENERATE CONFERENCE WEEKENDS FOR YOUR DNOW OR RETREAT!USE GENERATE CONFERENCE WEEKENDS FOR YOUR DNOW OR RETREAT!Choose this option and we'll help you combine your conference weekend experience with four small group Bible study sessions, along with options for t-shirts, devotional journals, and more. Check the web for full details about this option!FULL DETAILS AVAILABLE AT GENERATESTUDENTS.COMLOCATIONS ARE FILLING UP - REGISTER TODAY!LOCATIONS ARE FILLING UP - REGISTER TODAY!Leading the WayFULL PRICING AND DETAILS AVAILABLEBY SCANNING THE QR CODE$59Starting atLANDON WOLFEDREW WORSHAMJASON COOK RECHAB GRAY CHAD POEJACKSON, MS.................JAN 16-17NORTHEAST ATLANTA, GA.....JAN 23-24SAN ANTONIO, TX. . . .. . . . .. . . JAN 30-31ORLANDO, FL.................FEB 6-7 LITTLE ROCK, AR..............FEB 13-14DALLAS, TX.. . ... ... . .. . ... ... FEB 20-21GAINESVILLE, GA...... . . ...... FEB 27-28BIRMINGHAM, AL.............MAR 6-718

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19A Yearlong Curriculum & Youth Ministry StrategyLESS STRESS. MORE DISCIPLESHIP. ALL YEAR.YM360+ is the only year-long discipleship strategy designed to grow your ministry and give you your life back, delivering content up front, without the wait.* Special Bivo/Volunteer Pricing Available$599LEARN MORE AT YM360.COM/PLUSStart Today For OnlyEVERY YOUTH PASTOR WANTS MORE TIME TO FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST: discipling students.But what about all the planning, budgeting, meetings, volunteers, and so much more all year long? Overwhelming. Demanding. No time.That’s where YM360+ comes in. It’s a complete youth ministry discipleshipand strategy for the entire year—backed by Scripture, built by real-worldyouth workers, and priced to respect your budget.YEARLONG MINISTRY STRATEGY

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LEARN MORE AT YM360.COM/PLUS ORDER AT YM360.COM/PLUS | START TODAY FOR ONLY $599* WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SAY Yes TO YM360+?YOUR MINISTRY — POWERED BY PROVEN RESOURCES. BEFORE YM360 BEFORE YM360++ Scrambling weekly to nd SMALL GROUP lessons backed by Scripture Burning the midnight oil preparing for MIDWEEK LARGE GROUP teaching Overwhelmed at the thought of a DISCIPLE NOW or WEEKEND RETREAT Feeling unsupported, under-resourced, UNTRAINED Feeling no connection to PARENTS and don’t know where to start Exhausted all your GAMES and need new ones Students not GROWING the way you hoped BURNING OUT trying to do it allAFTER YM360AFTER YM360++ ... ALL YEAR LONG ... ALL YEAR LONG ... ALL- INCLUSIVE ... ALL-INCLUSIVE SMALL GROUP CURRICULUM Bible-based lessons for every Sunday of the year (and happy volunteers) MIDWEEK LARGE GROUP Plan with ease, teaching condently with a year of midweek teaching series DISCIPLE NOW OR RETREAT WEEKEND Experience a transformative, hassle-free weekend with a complete theme and study package, every detail covered TRAINING ON THE GO Grow as a condent leader, no matter your level of experience, with your very own online training platform PARENT MINISTRY Engage families and equip parents with ease using proven parent ministry resources GAMES, GAMES, GAMES Access an enormous (500+ and growing) library of crowd-tested games DISCIPLESHIP Seeing students grow spiritually through a discipleship strategy backed by Scripture YM360++ STRATEGY Our all-year, all-in-one solution that helps you lead with clarity, condence, and gospel-driven impactTRY 10 DAYS FREE! Want to see it in action rst?Scan to start a free 10-day trial.20

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21A Yearlong Curriculum & Youth Ministry Strategy1 YEARLONG SMALL GROUP CURRICULUMChoose From 7 Studies88 GAMES CREDITSChoose From 500+ GamesPARENT MINISTRY RESOURCES1 Year Membership to MinistryToParents.com$100 DIGITAL STORE CREDITFor Digital Resources on YM360.com/Store All Year Long1 DISCIPLE NOW / RETREAT STUDYChoose From 20 StudiesYOUTH PASTOR TRAINING RESOURCES1 Year Membership to MyYouthMin.com15% OFF YM360 STUDENT DEVOTIONALS9 MIDWEEK TEACHING SERIESChoose From 40+ SeriesALL DELIVERED ONLINE THROUGH YOUR VERY OWN DIGITAL MINISTRY PLATFORMHOW IT WORKS AND WHAT YOU GET:YEARLONG MINISTRY STRATEGY

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With Your Digital Ministry Platform, you’ll enjoy:•Instant access to all your content•Unlimited small group leaders — no extra licenses, no hidden fees, no limits•Easy downloading and printing of lessons, series, and more•Streamlined teaching direct from your phone or tablet•On-demand streaming of masterclasses and training contentEverything you need all in one place,designed to help you win.IT’S ALL YOURS, ALL UP FRONT-NO WAITING ON CONTENT DRIPS.Your ministry is unique and so are your content needs. Whether you’re choosing the right content for your students or deciding when to use it, YM360+ puts you in full control. That’s why thousands of youth pastors trust YM360+ for real-time access, total ﬂexibility, and contentthat adapts to your needs−no delays, no surprises. With YM360+, the entire library is at your ﬁngertips from day one.REAL STORIES FROM REAL YOUTH PASTORS.” ” ”“Best membership there is!I’m loving the all-accessmembership. The use of theMinistry to Parents and MyYouthMinis a huge beneﬁtfor our youth ministry!”Casey PuckettBuck Creek Baptist ChurchCalhoun, KY“You could write your owncurriculum, create yourown graphics and videos,and design your own games OR...let YM360 do it for you fora price way cheaperthan hiring somebody orburning out your volunteers!This is a ministry no brainer.Thank you YM360!”Dave BryantCross ChurchNorth Richland Hills, TX”I’ve been looking for curriculumthat is focused in on the Wordinstead of just light scripture.YM360 is exactly whatI’ve been looking for.”Michael DarrowFBC WelcomeLexington, NCORDER AT YM360.COM/PLUS | START TODAY FOR ONLY $599* 22

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Fun, simple,“one outcome” games.Choose from Water, Relay,Group Building, Large Group, Stage, Messy, and Dodgeball Gamesbooks perfect for playingwith groups. These games function more like anApp and allow outcomes to change, which allows you to play games your students love over and over again.You know there’s a difference between your Sunday and Wednesday. So do we. Let’s embrace the dierence. YM360 has you covered with MIDWEEK. YM360.COM/GAMES OR CALL 888.969.6360INCLUDED W/ ! MIDWEEK IS COMING...ARE YOU READY?ALL MIDWEEK PREMIUM SERIES INCLUDE:• Large Group Teaching Outlines• Small Group Discussion Guides • Social Media Images • Countdown & Bumper Videos• Parent/Volunteer Resources• Background & Title Slides• Games• And More!Choose from 40+MIDWEEK SERIES(and growing) 500+GAMESavailable!CLASSIC & VIDEOENCHANCED GAMESGAMESBOOKSPREMIUMSCREEN GAMES24

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25MINISTRY TO PARENTSIS HERE TO CHANGE THAT.EVERY MONTH, YOU’LL GET HELPFUL RESOURCES ON APARENTING TOPIC THAT INCLUDES:− Parent and Leader equipping videos− Pre-Written parent emails− Social media content− Family Experiences− Access to the M2P PodcastYEAR AFTER YEAR, PARENTS CONTINUE TO BE THE#1 SPIRITUAL INFLUENCE IN THEIR KID’S LIFEPARENTS DON’T WANT TO DISCIPLE THEIR KIDS ALONE. THEY’RE LOOKING FOR HELP.THAT’S WHY WE HAVE MINISTRY TO PARENTS.ENGAGING AND EQUIPPING PARENTS JUST GOT EASIER.BECOME A MINISTRY TO PARENTS MEMBER TODAY!10YOUTH MINISTRY LEADERS SAYPARENT MINISTRY IS ONE OF THEIR BIGGEST CHALLENGES.OUTOF− Access to the M2P Facebook Group− Instant parent page link− DIY parent video scripts − Parenting blogsMONTHLY(Get your rst month FREE)ANNUAL$39$24947%OFF!YM360.COM/M2P | 888.969.63609INCLUDED W/ ! WANT TO HELP PARENTS BUT NOT SURE WHATTO SAY OR HOW TO DO IT?You’re in good company.Birth −12th Grade Birth −12th Grade

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− Access to the M2P Facebook Group− Instant parent page link− DIY parent video scripts − Parenting blogsTECHNOLOGY TERRIFIES THE PARENTS OF YOUR STUDENTS.Are you equipping them to face the threats of modern-day technology head on? With SCREEN SMARTS now you can.VIDEO GAMES, SEXTING, PORNOGRAPHY, TOO MUCH SCREEN TIME…HOW IT WORKS:YM360.COM/SCREENSMARTS | 888.969.6360PURCHASE TODAY AND YOUR LICENSE IS ETERNALnothing more due, ever again!Set Parents UpTo Receive Emails Add Unlimited Parents,Grandparents, Or VolunteersYear After YearParents Get EmailsEvery Monday. Each email including videos, podcast, or an article that engages adults and children in dialogue about how to use screens responsibly26

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YM360.COM/MYM OR CALL 888.969.6360GET STARTED& TRY IT FREEAT MYYOUMIN.COMYM360.COM/MYM OR CALL 888.969.6360WE LOVE CONFERENCES JUSTAS MUCH AS YOU, BUT SOMETIMES THEY:WHAT IF YOU COULD RECEIVE TRAINING THAT: IS AFFORDABLE AND AT YOUR PACEIS ON YOUR SCHEDULE AND DOESN’T REQUIRE TRAVELDELIVERS FRESH CONTENT EVERY MONTH ALL ONLINELETS YOU LEARN FROM EXPERIENCED YOUTH MINISTRY PRACTITIONERSAND LEADERS$$$$REQUIRE TRAVELDON’T FIT YOUR SCHEDULEARE “ONE SIZE FITS ALL”COST TOO MUCH28INCLUDED W/ !

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