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Teach teenagers to pray in their own words, in their own way.
FYI’s On-the-Go prayer activities empower you to lead teenagers at every age and stage into deeper conversation with God. Each low-prep activity includes a quick centering or focus prayer, interactive reflection, and practical application prompts that get students praying in their own words. Use them at weekly youth groups, special events, camps, and retreats to teach your teens fresh and engaging ways to pray.
Praying to prepare our hearts to serve
Prayer helps young people deepen their connection with God, and can help them prepare their minds and hearts for ministry and service. Through this guided prayer journaling activity, you’ll lead your group to think about and discuss Jesus’ words and example of servant-hearted ministry. You’ll lead them to pray—first independently, then as a group—over their worries, their excitement, and their hopes for an upcoming mission, ministry, or service experience. Your teens can try this prayer exercise any time they’re preparing to care for and serve others.
Bible passages and teaching topics to pair this activity with: Psalms, John, Jesus, Peter, mission trip preparation, serving others, outreach, ministry, servant-hearted leadership, identifying emotions, personal growth
Bible passages referenced: Psalm 28; John 13, 15
This product is part of the Faith & Mission collection. Explore the full collection here.
What’s included with each downloadable activity:
- Step-by-step prayer activity leader guide
- Printable student page for engagement and reflection
- Small group discussion questions to help students make meaning
“This practical prayer activity really resonated. It's thoughtful, practical, and something I could use again and again at future gatherings.” - Youth leader
