Chris Wesley

I love God, my wife, & family. Full-time youth minister, Author (Rebuilding Confirmation & Rebuilding Youth Ministry) and Youth Ministry Consultant with MYM Inc

[Fullcourtpass @Fullcourtpass]

Paul Pierce earlier today 😬 😬

“If the Celtics lose Game 2 at home, I’m walking here tomorrow, 15 miles! In my robe, no shoes on, barefoot… Put the house on this game!”

(Via @SpeakOnFS1)

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

Episode 18 of the Podcast is live! Join Christopher Wesley as he chats with Cooper Ray about the challenges of navigating college ministry & helping young adults find their faith.
Listen now at [https://t.co/0FhvTss4yw](https://t.co/0FhvTss4yw)! #CollegeMinistry #TheChurchPodcast

[Tom Pounder @tapounder]

It was great talking to @ChrisRWesley about ministry apprenticeship. Learn more about it for your ministry here. https://t.co/6v3rJcZiJq

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

So excited to relaunch this podcast. For those who want to do ministry better be sure to subscribe and follow.

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

"🕊️ The Church Podcast, hosted by Christopher Wesley, brings you the wisdom of ministry experts right to your ears. 🎧 Launching April 2nd - subscribe now to transform your ministry. https://t.co/AN1LvbUEco #TheChurchPodcast #MinistryLeaders #CatholicPodcast"

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

The Key To Volunteer Recruiting
https://t.co/JsIkUqE4nJ

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

Managing a staff (volunteers or paid) gets more difficult as the team grows. You can’t be everywhere nor should you. Love this article from the Lighthouse Blog. https://t.co/1kdzZrYE89
#leadershiptips #churchmanagement #catholicchurch

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

@tapounder I honestly like going into an office. While working from home can ease a few burdens, having that drive forces me to decompress. When I work from home I have to make that time by going for a walk or running errands.

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

It’s VBS week at the parish. The hardest part is all the prep but once the week gets rolling it’s totally worth it. But you have to make it something more. How are you making VBS something more?
#VBS #vacationbibleschool #childrenministry #youthministry #churchleadership

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

Very excited to spend the day with @phillyomy to onboard and guide ministry leaders who serve and walk with the next generation. Please pray for us and the goals that they set for the next year. #youthministry #leadershiphabits #leadershipbestpractices

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

Running a successful Vacation Bible Camp requires clear purposes, enthusiastic teams, effective planning, and reflection. Check out the latest blog post: Building Blocks of a Thriving Vacation Bible Camp https://t.co/3b7iJjIP87 #VacationBibleCamp #YouthMinistry #CampSuccess

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

@tapounder @thechurchcomms It’s amazing what some of these resources can do and we haven’t even scratched the surface. While I love the potential I think it’s still a tool we have to know how to use so that we do more good than damage.

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

I’ve been reflecting a lot on how diocese can support parishes in the development of professional lay ecclesial ministers. What does support from the diocesan level look like for you? @Marathonym #churchleadership #ministryleadership #diocesanleadership #CatholicChurch #Catholic

[MarathonYouthMinistry @Marathonym]

🌟 Empowering Parishes & Lay Leaders 🌟 Discover how dioceses can foster community, fair compensation, onboarding support, and professional development. Check out our latest blog post! https://t.co/ds6Soqx4YR How does your diocese support and build up professional ministry?

[Nick Sciarappa @PappaSciarappa]

When i win the lottery, i will make as many endowments as possible for Catholic Churches to have well paid and highly professional HR directors.

I swear… after the crap that I’ve seen over the past 8 years of Ministry, it’s needed

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

@PappaSciarappa I’d advocate for some of that to go towards proper management training so you don’t burn out the HR. Praying you win that lottery.

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

Hey all I haven’t been on Twitter for a while but coming back with my new account for Marathon Youth Ministry. If you want updates on everything we are doing follow us @Marathonym and visit our site https://t.co/GQnQYZRDfd

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

@tapounder Ha don’t get too excited. Will be launching a Marathon Youth Ministry account soon.

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

First Monday in June, calendar meeting to plan out the year in ministry. Looking ahead is one of the ways we can get pumped up for the year. #calendaring #planning #iwillneedcoffee

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/e0w4NMNa4W

[Chris Wesley @chrisrwesley]

It was a Saturday morning, my day off, and my phone started to blow up with text messages from a volunteer. She was asking me questions about the upcoming Confirmation retreat. At first, I ignored thetext messages, but they would not stop, so I

https://t.co/HZjU070aDd