Top 10 things you don't want to hear from a youth pastor!

June of 2011 marked a new beginning for my life.  I accepted an additional role, serving as Student Ministries Director along with my current position as Middle School Pastor at Mt. Paran North.  One of my main focal points has been on reaching out to new unchurched students.  During one of my attempts to look for creative ways to invite new students to our youth ministry I came across a top 10 list of things you don't want to hear from your youth pastor.  That title grabbed my attention, so I detoured from my search and began reading the post.  The post was great, but the additional comments from readers had me laughing.  Since that really made my day I thought I'd share this with you.  This is more than a top 10 list because of the additional comments.  Hope you enjoy!




Top 10 things you don't want to hear from a youth pastor!




10. I can't stand your parents either.
9. It's not important that you don't believe in God.
8. Of course you can hang out in the hallway and skip the service.
7. We'll shorten the youth season for Soccer.
6. We only like our people here, please don't bring a friend.
5. Only come to me with your problems...not the lead Pastor.
4. Holidays are for little kids...just come to events.
3. MONEY is the only part that's important in charity work.
2. The youth lounge can be a private hang out without adult supervision...SURE!
1. Membership includes EVERY event...don't join if you're planning on only coming to SOME things.




(additional comments)

1. Your Mom is HOT!
2. Um...well, "Flaming Marshmallows of Death" sounded like a fun game at the time
3. I thought 15 passengers was just a starting point for the van
4. Um, Pastor, remember how you said we shouldn't base jump off the balcony...?
5. How do you spell Resignation?




1. Coming back from a out of country missions trip talking with a parent.
"Say hello to you new son in law."




1. There is no "I" in team and there is no "I" in care either.