DNow Articles
Level up your ministry with quick-hit training articles for both youth pastors and small group leaders. Just click any title below to dive in and get more effective, fast.
For Administrators
5 Tips for Creating an Awesome DNow Schedule
Some great advice to help you make sure your DNow is an awesome experience for your students
Four Keys to Coaching Small Group Leaders
Your small group leaders may be the most important part of your DNow Weekend. This article helps guide you in coaching them.
Choosing Small Group Leaders: New or Existing?
Helping you think about whether to bring in outside small group leaders or to use your current ones.
Setting Up Your Budget For Your DNow
Just a few short tips on things to consider when setting up your budget.
Involving Your Pastor And Other Leaders In Your DNow
DNow isn’t just important to your youth ministry, it’s important to your church. Does your pastor know it?
Speaker or No Speaker?
Helping you think about whether to bring in outside large group speaker or to do it yourself.
Why Do You Do A DNow?
A short article to help you remember why you do what you do.
Small Group Leaders
Building Relationships: The Four Cries of a Student’s Heart
How to build transformational relationships with the students in your small group.
Checklist For A Meaningful DNow Small Group Session
Want to lead meaningful small group sessions? Here are a few steps you can take to make it happen.
Creating An Awesome Small Group Environment
Three ideas to help you create an awesome small group environment.
Five “Don’ts” Of Leading A DNow Small Group
A short article helping you know a few common mistakes small group leaders make.
How To Lead Amazing Small Group Discussions
Three easy tips on facilitating awesome discussions in your small group.
How To Teach The Bible Better In Small Group
Want to know how to be a better Bible teacher? Here are a few quick thoughts.
The Foundation Of Effective DNow Small Groups
Small Groups are different in different contexts. But effective ones have these three elements in common.
Three Secrets For Small Group Success
Three simple thoughts on how to be successful in leading a Small Group.
Tips For Leading A Boys DNow Small Group
Here are a few specific thoughts on leading a guy’s small group.
Tips For Leading A Girls DNow Small Group
Not to be outdone, here are some thoughts on leading an effective girl’s small group.
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