Russell St. Bernard

Russell St. Bernard is the director for ministry operations at Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Silver Spring, Maryland, and the founder of After the Music Stops, a full-service youth ministry company as well as founder of Ministry Pivot, a company dedicated to assisting leaders and churches seize opportunities for growth.

Is Your Youth Ministry Stuck Thinking Like Blockbuster?

Blockbuster refused to change with the needs of consumers. Don't make the same mistake with your youth.

Why We Don’t Fix What’s Broken in Our Ministries

There are three main reasons why we let broken things stay broken in leadership.

3 Ways to Measure Growth in Youth Ministry

Here are some clear ways to measure the effectiveness of your youth ministry.

Youth Ministry Spiritual Growth Unpacked

Here are three areas to encourage spiritual growth in the students, staff and volunteers in your youth ministry.

How to Keep From Burning Out in Youth Ministry

Smart pacing is key to lasting in ministry.

3 Keys to Training Youth Leaders

Training the next generation of leaders is an essential task for a vital youth ministry. These keys will get you started.

Why You Need a Youth Ministry Succession Plan

Youth ministry leaders aren't around forever. Here are reasons why you need a succession plan.

What is a Healthy Youth Ministry?

How do you know if your youth ministry is healthy? Here are three key components that contribute to a healthy group.