A collection of youth ministry shows that help you win! From Doug Fields, Josh Griffin and a host of youth ministry thought leaders. Enjoy all of our shows in one place!
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We're back! After a few months off, Youth Ministry Hacks returns with a fresh episode full of vision and practical leadership insight. Justin and Sean dive into the same foundational talk Sean recently shared with his new team—casting vision and setting the tone for how we lead in ministry.In this episode, we cover five key challenges and reminders every youth worker needs:Remember your why for doing ministryFind a sustainable rhythm that fuels longevityKnow your limits before they take you outStart equipping the next generation nowRecognize that leaders are the pastorsWhether you're restarting, realigning, or just need fresh encouragement, this episode is packed with real talk and honest reflection to help you lead with clarity and purpose.
Join Justin and Sean as they kick off 2025 with reflections on their lives and ministries. They'll share insights on what they're focusing on and how they're bringing fresh vision and intentionality into the new year. Through ministry, leadership, and personal growth, they're driven to make 2025 the best year yet.Come join the conversation!Episode sponsor:onwardleader.comJoin the YM Hacks Instagram Channel:https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/Check out Coleader Curriculum! Coleader.co
In this episode, Justin shares what he taught at the Download Youth Ministry Round Tables Conference about metrics. Metrics are something that is not talked about ina setting like this but it's something we talk about weekly in our churches. We want to have a good, healthy view of metrics and what to track that is just butts in seats. Justin challenges us on how to do that and what types of things we should be looking for. Episode sponsor:onwardleader.comJoin the YM Hacks Instagram Channel:https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/Check out Coleader Curriculum! Coleader.co
In this episode, Justin and Sean take on your questions about youth ministry and do their best to answer them. They hit topics like:● Discipline in youth ministry● Depression in ministry● Delegation● Lowest point in youth ministry for us● Message prep● When it's time to leave the church● Follow up with new students● And more! Episode sponsor: xpscripture.com Join the YM Hacks Instagram Channel: https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/ Check out Co-Leader! Coleader.co
Welcome to Episode 122 of the Youth Ministry Hacks Podcast! In this episode, Justin and Sean are back after a summer hiatus to catch up on what's been happening in their ministries. They discuss Justin's new role and the journey that led him there, the process of delegating tasks, God's faithfulness, the importance of praying through strategy, and much more. Tune in to hear their latest insights and experiences in youth ministry! Episode sponsor: xpscripture.com Join the YM Hacks Instagram Channel: https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/ Check out Coleader Youth Ministry Curriculum! Coleader.co
Welcome to Episode 121 of the Youth Ministry Hacks Podcast! In this episode, Justinintroduces a new seasonal approach to youth ministry. Instead of spreading themselvesthin year-round, they're focusing on key aspects during specific seasons: Outreach andSchool Focus, Grow Deeper, and Training. Tune in to learn how this strategic shiftmaximizes effectiveness and impact!Check out our sponsor:MessageBible.comJoin the YM Hacks Instagram Channel:https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/Check out Coeader Curriculum!Coleader.co
In episode 120 of our podcast, Justin and Sean opened the floor for your questions, and they tackled a variety of topics on the show! From navigating growth in your ministry to establishing camp rules, defining student leadership roles, sparking interest in Bible reading among guys, and prioritizing church attendance, they covered it all.Tune in to the episode and grab your notepad because there are plenty of valuable insights to glean from this discussion! It's one you won't want to miss!Check out our sponsor: MessageBible.comJoin the YM Hacks Instagram Channel:https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/Looking for a great curriculum? Check out DYM's Coleader! Coleader.co
In Episode 119 of Youth Ministry Hacks, Justin and Sean are getting raw and real about leadership revelations. No fluff, no sugar-coating—just honest conversations about what God's been showing them and how it's shaking up their ministry game.From battling mental headspace to fine-tuning their strategies, they're laying it all out on the table. Forget the old ways of doing things; Justin and Sean are all about creating genuine moments for students to meet Jesus and ditching outdated practices.Join the YM Hacks Instagram Channel:https://ig.me/j/Ababaue99NXURdiv/Looking for flexible, affordable curriculum? Check out Coleader! coleader.co
In this episode, Sean sits down with THE Brad Lomenick, leadership consultant, coach, author… lots of other things… and talks through leading in 2024, identity as a leader, calling, mission, and ministry assignment. It is a great and challenging conversation that is perfect to start the new year. Check out Brad's Stuff here:http://www.bradlomenick.com/Check out Co-Leader! Coleader.co
In this episode Sean Lord is solo going through what he walked through his all small group leaders through in their latest training. They walk through how to keep students engaged in groups and how they are to been seen and experienced. Check out his slide presentation:https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/h420j8fvtvrreufsp1dct/YMH-Sean-Leader-Training.pptx?rlkey=m4k1yqrk2njir947ld7pwbvz1&dl=0Check out Coleader as well! Coleader.co
Justin shares some of the content as he and his crew trained their own small group leaders on how they want to multiply their groups, split them, be more “sticky” in welcoming new students placed in them and the vision of why they want to grow them. Check out Coleader as well! Coleader.co
Sean and Justin sat down and took your questions!Questions ranged from letting leaders go, to the age old bathing suits rules, to disruptive students, to how midweeks are set up and more. Check out Coleader! Coleader.co
This episode we talk with Matt Manno from Newlife in Queens, New York about what it means to be Emotionally Healthy. We talk about how Emotional Health is a necessity not only for ourselves, but for the leaders and students that we lead.Matt@emotionallyhealthy.orghttps://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/Check out Coleader Now! https://www.coleader.co/
Description: In this episode Justin and Sean sit down with Gary Garcia to talk about taking a back seat in leadership roles to raise up new and younger leaders. This is a vital part of building up God's kingdom and they chat through the in's and out's of how they have done that over their time. Gary is 31 years in youth ministry at the same church and the lead pastor of that church now. The conversation is a good one and worth a listen.Gary's IG:https://www.instagram.com/gary.daniel.garcia/
Sean and Justin dive into what are the top 4 things they are focusing in right now in the summer that will set them up better in the fall. Take a few minutes and see if they hit on anything that would be beneficial for your ministry. SPONSOR: APU Youth Leadership Initiative Looking for a discipleship conference this summer for high school students? Join us at the Kaleo Youth Conference at Azusa Pacific University on July 8,, 2023. This one-day conference for high school students (and their leaders) will focus on hearing the call of Jesus in the small and big decisions of life. We will have dynamic speakers, impactful worship, engaging workshops, and Chick-Fil-A dinner, for only $25. For more information go to apuyli.org https://apuyli.org/kaleo-conference-summer-2023/Follow Sean and Justin on IG:@justinknowles3@seanclordCheck out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Sean interviews Justin about effective follow up. It stemmed from a failure in Justin's ministry that they are trying to be more intention this year about. They walk through the spiritual implications of follow up and give some practical thoughts on follow up in your ministry.Follow Sean and Justin on IG:@justinknowles3@seanclordCheck out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Show Description: Justin and Sean take questions from youth pastors around the country and answer them on the podcast live! They hit on the following topics as well as let Chat GPT answer one as an experienced youth pastor:ParentsSummer eventsThe introverted friend whose mom wants them to make friendsHow to develop systems in your ministryHow to create buy in from your regular attendersCreating a good atmosphere for youth nightsAnd more!Follow Sean and Justin on IG:@justinknowles3@seanclordCheck out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Show Description:Justin and Sean sit down with Bryan Forbes COO & Co-Founder Forbes Individual and Family Therapy, Inc. to chat through how youth workers can best be aware of their mental health and best practices from his experience as a former church ministry staffer to help do ministry for the long haul. For people needing a therapist or wanting to connect with me more:https://www.forbesift.comBryan's Podcast: Everything Is Finehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythings-fine/id1679830576Check out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Justin sits down with co-worker Vivi Diaz who does a lot with youth and young adults at Sandals Church. They have worked together to create a plan for senior transitions and senior retreat and they talk about how Vivi has set up the young adult ministry in this next season of Sandals Church.Vivi Diaz on IG:https://www.instagram.com/viviiidiaz/Check out DYM C0-Leaderhttps://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons Collegehttps://flatironscollege.com/
Show Description: Justin and Sean go over a diagram detailing what Justin's ministry is focusing on this year. The diagram is based on where Justin felt they were not doing so well in ministry. Join Sean and Justin as they talk through leader development, retention and outreach. Link to Justin's diagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CoI91QRPhzm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkCheck out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Justin and Sean answer YOUR questions you submitted! They hit on programming, parents, summer camp, leader care and firing, student leadership and more.Check out DYM Coleader https://www.coleader.co/Flat Irons College https://flatironscollege.com/
Doug and Josh are BACK. We launched a new platform called Coleader that is going to be a game changer for the way you put together your youth ministry program. Check out coleader.co and get 40 credits for free, no credit card required.Join the Coleader launch team! More details here: https://downloadym.typeform.com/to/Ol7Ez9xP
Summary: James introduces the new relaunch for the podcast and introduces good friend and new co-host, Todd Pearage. James and Todd discuss what to expect in future episodes and how the podcast hopes to encourage the souls of youth workers as they minister to the souls in their ministries. Connect With The Show:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088943467640&sk=followersInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ymsoulkeeper/Youtube (watch pod vids here) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIqvY3ftXO8-8poUuRYUZ8wTwitter - https://twitter.com/YMSoulKeeperConnect with James:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ymsoulkeeper/Connect with Todd:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/toddpearageInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/toddpearage/Twitter - https://twitter.com/toddpearageWe would love to hear from you with questions and comments at the following email: ymsoulkeeper@gmail.comConnect with Guest Co-Host - Eben EddyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ebeneddy/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eben.eddy
Justin and Sean chat about what they are implementing in this new year to take their leadership to the next level. They talk about weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly habits and hopefully it can challenge you to start your own.EHS Daily OfficesEmotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day: A 40-Day Journey with the Daily Office - Kindle edition by Scazzero, Peter. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Atomic HabitsNEW-Atomic Habits (Lead Title): Clear: Amazon.com: BooksRuthless Elimination of HurryThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World: Comer, John Mark, Ortberg, John: 9780525653097: Amazon.com: BooksSandals Church Youth Leader Hubmove.sc/scyleader
Join Doug and Josh as they look at the Member Perks for January! Now included with Gold Annual...Coleader! Learn more at coleader.co
Episode 207: Butts, Budgets, and Building It was a busy ministry weekend for Timmy, but he had the mental capacity to deal with it because HE IS DONE WITH SCHOOL FOREVER. We are embracing to very different styles of program-ming this Advent season, and neither church seems to mind. An-drew has school programs at three different schools this week, Tim has a daughter touring high school. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode 207: Butts, Budgets, and Building It was a busy ministry weekend for Timmy, but he had the mental capacity to deal with it because HE IS DONE WITH SCHOOL FOREVER. We are embracing to very different styles of program-ming this Advent season, and neither church seems to mind. An-drew has school programs at three different schools this week, Tim has a daughter touring high school. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Join Doug, Josh and Mari as they talk about all the great resources available to members as part of their member downloads!
Join Doug, Josh and Mari as they talk about all the great resources available to members as part of their member downloads!
The Holidays are fully upon us, which means more activity and more responsibility in the ministry world. We are diving into the differences between writing advent sermons and regular sermons, and between writing a paper vs a sermon. Andrew got an unex-pected gift. Tim's Jaguars put him in an exceptional mood, but that wasn't him in the patriotic speedo. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
The Holidays are fully upon us, which means more activity and more responsibility in the ministry world. We are diving into the differences between writing advent sermons and regular sermons, and between writing a paper vs a sermon. Andrew got an unex-pected gift. Tim's Jaguars put him in an exceptional mood, but that wasn't him in the patriotic speedo. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Show Description: Justin and Sean chat about how to plan for the new year most effectively as a leader. They go over “heads up” time, times of training, mindsets to keep in mind to keep a good rhythm and so much more. Make the best of 2023 by listening to this and share the episode with others. The Hill Teen Center Link: https://rogofoundation.com/teencenter/
Show Description: Justin and Sean chat about how to plan for the new year most effectively as a leader. They go over “heads up” time, times of training, mindsets to keep in mind to keep a good rhythm and so much more. Make the best of 2023 by listening to this and share the episode with others. The Hill Teen Center Link: https://rogofoundation.com/teencenter/
Episode 205: Survival of the Fittest Tim may not be in as good of shape as he thinks he is. Andrew served the city, and is trying to get the city to serve him right back. Has anyone else noticed that it's the season of sexy Santas? SHCC had a Thanksgiving Sunday, Lakeview is a tri-county hub for Operation Christmas Child, and has has the traffic to prove it. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode 205: Survival of the Fittest Tim may not be in as good of shape as he thinks he is. Andrew served the city, and is trying to get the city to serve him right back. Has anyone else noticed that it's the season of sexy Santas? SHCC had a Thanksgiving Sunday, Lakeview is a tri-county hub for Operation Christmas Child, and has has the traffic to prove it. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode Title: Episode 103: Hacks On How Lead Volunteers Well Show Description: Justin and Sean sit down and talk through their thoughts of what they have loved over their 30+ years of youth ministry on how to lead volunteers well. We feel no one in youth ministry has ever said, “Man, we have enough of the right people leading right now” so they thought they would share some of their ideas and things they have learned on how to set up leaders well. Whether you are a newbie or a veteran, there is something in this episode for you.
Episode Title: Episode 103: Hacks On How Lead Volunteers Well Show Description: Justin and Sean sit down and talk through their thoughts of what they have loved over their 30+ years of youth ministry on how to lead volunteers well. We feel no one in youth ministry has ever said, “Man, we have enough of the right people leading right now” so they thought they would share some of their ideas and things they have learned on how to set up leaders well. Whether you are a newbie or a veteran, there is something in this episode for you.
Episode 204: Big Sundays and Victory Mondays Happy victory Monday from everyone in the state of Florida. This morning we are talking about strange requests that will REALLY tick off the neighbors. We are both pastoring our parents, and coming off of big Sundays. We are entering annual review sea-son. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode 204: Big Sundays and Victory Mondays Happy victory Monday from everyone in the state of Florida. This morning we are talking about strange requests that will REALLY tick off the neighbors. We are both pastoring our parents, and coming off of big Sundays. We are entering annual review sea-son. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode 203: The Spooky Reformation Happy Halloween to all you pagans who celebrate. We celebrated our birthdays and did dad stuff. We each bit off another chunk of our academic plates. We are talking through welcoming back returning members, and Christ-mas side hustles. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
Episode 203: The Spooky Reformation Happy Halloween to all you pagans who celebrate. We celebrated our birthdays and did dad stuff. We each bit off another chunk of our academic plates. We are talking through welcoming back returning members, and Christ-mas side hustles. Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthminis-try.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DownloadYouthMinistry-Site/default/Search-Show?q=an-drew+larsen&search-button=&lang=default Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.face-book.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network!
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