Every week we pull our favorite links from across the inter-webs. This week’s trending links include how to create a welcoming culture within your student leaders, new research results on teens and technology, conversations with small group leaders, and plenty of fuel for your procrastination.

BLOGS FROM YOUTHSPECIALTIES.COM THIS WEEK

Jin Min Lee reminded us of the “Importance of Vulnerability” – CLICK TO VIEW

Benjamin Kearns talked about how he handles the spring drop: “Are You Emotionally Ready For The Spring Drop Off?” – CLICK TO VIEW

Stephen Ingram shared a great post on what we can do to help parents: “The Best Question in Youth Ministry” – CLICK TO VIEW

BLOGS FROM OTHER GREAT YOUTH WORKERS THIS WEEK

Jen Bradbury wrote more great stuff on student leadership team basics: “Creating a Culture of Welcome” – CLICK TO VIEW

Terry Linhart shared this research on “Cautions About ‘Career Potential’ for Ministry Leaders” – CLICK TO VIEW

Pew Research released new research results on teens + technology: “Teens, Social Media, + Technology Overview 2015” – CLICK TO VIEW

Elle Campbell shared “Conversations with Small Group Leaders” – CLICK TO VIEW

Aaron Helman looks at what makes a team healthy: “4 Traits of a Healthy Volunteer Team” – CLICK TO VIEW

FUN THINGS TO FUEL YOUR PROCRASTINATION

Simon’s Cat in April Showers – CLICK TO VIEW

Dude Perfect: XPogo Edition – CLICK TO VIEW

Dog on a Roomba Easter Edition – CLICK TO VIEW

Teens react to 90s Fashion JNCO Jeans – CLICK TO VIEW

Email in Real Life – CLICK TO VIEW