Upheaval and chaos are realities in our fallen world. As such, the church should expect these disruptions, both physical and spiritual. The pandemic has taught us that we cannot depend on "the norm" forever, and as such, much be equipped for storms when they arrive. The calling of ministry is to feed the flock, and the conditions will not always be ideal. 

Sometimes student ministry leaders are hired to follow the local church "legend." But, more often than not, youth directors are hired to replace a previous youth director who was less-than-legendary. How you pick up the pieces matters.