You may find that these types of activities over time will cause your youth to become more comfortable with each other, making more intimate activities like prayer, personal sharing and worship a little easier. Large open room or area where your entire group can fit snuggly together. In other words, have all the January people make one small group, the February people make another group, etc. Have them do this as quickly as possible, with music playing in the background. When all the groups are finished, have each group give their favorite in one category, with each group going once.
Music is a very important part of teenage life.
It can be a powerful influence to your young people. Don't be shy about including music throughout your programming in varied forms. If you can, it is always great to have a competent guitarist or keyboard player who is willing to help with prayer services, retreats, gathering songs and fun games, as well. You might think there isn't anyone available in your parish who is willing to take on this ministry. Many of the songs we recommend require copyright license in order to use then, no matter what your purpose is.