Podcasts about sustainable youth ministry

Building sustainable teams, services, systems and culture that fosters life transformation in the lives of students.Tyrone and Karina lead City Youth together and have been doing so for 6 years. Tyrone is also the Associate Pastor of Church For The City and in this position he oversees multiple departments including the City Leadership School. Karina is the executive director of United Way of Yuma County.  Together they have two daughters, Aria and Mila. We hope that this teaching left you more encouraged and equipped today. Ministers Fellowship International exists to help leaders build healthy, strong, impacting churches and to do so in a way that makes for a healthy leader.

What is the role of a youth leader? What are the qualities of a good youth leader? Andy Jung shares 4 ways youth leaders can change the way we understand our calling from youth ministry “superstar” on the verge of burnout, to the ones charged to lead all adults in the church as they invest relationally in our teenagers. Mentioned in this episode: Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries Adopted Church by Chap Clark SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL LIST Related FYI resources: Book: Sticky Faith Book: 3 Big Questions Blog: 4 ways to partner with parents (even when you aren't one) Blog: What you need to know about today's teenagers    

Sometimes the culture in our church/youth settings can be an uphill climb when it comes to working in new things or trying to break the cycle of "We have always done it this way." How can we go about leading change within our church communities that will not only put us on the right track to get us there, but also make changes that will last? Come join the conversation as Brent sits down with Mark DeVries, the founder of Ministry Architects and author of Sustainable Youth Ministry, as they talk about how to lead change within a culture both efficiently and effectively. You can listen to this episode on all your preferred podcast providers. We would also love to have you join the conversation if you would like to be on the show! Shoot us a message on social media (@talkstudentmin) or an email (podcast@studentministryconversations.org) to get a time set for you to be on the show. Show notes can be found on our website: www.studentministryconversations.org Video for this episode can be found here: https://youtu.be/jwolm1p_VYE Connect With SMC Instagram – @talkstudentmin Twitter – @talkstudentmin Facebook – @talkstudentmin Youtube - "Student Ministry Conversations" Connect With The Hosts Russell Martin – @rgmmusic] Brent Aiken – @heybrentaiken David Pruitt - @pruacoustic Support the Podcast! Buy Our Merch! www.studentministryconversations.org/shop

Ministry Incubator founder, among other various glorious titles, Mark DeVries is no stranger to many in youth ministry. He cares deeply for young people and the church. That has carried over into his work with young adults and ministry incubation.  Learn more about Mark's current work with Ministry Incubators, his book we discuss in the podcast, Sustainable Youth Ministry, and the article I wrote that caused me to jump on this episode with Mark.

What does it look like to plan an events calendar? In this episode, I discuss three big thoughts that shape my approach. Resources discussed include: "Sustainable Youth Ministry," by Mark Devries. "Your First Two Years in Youth Ministry," by Doug Fields.

In this episode, hosts Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda talk with Dr. Kara Powell about self-care practices for youth leaders. Kara opens up about the challenges and rewards of being a youth leader, and shares some of her own life-giving practices that make youth ministry sustainable.

We had a great opportunity to talk with Mark DeVries on the importance of building a sustainable youth ministry. Mark is the founder of Ministry Architects, a consulting team that helps churches and ministry organizations build sustainable ministries for children, youth, young adults, and entire congregations. He served for twenty-eight years as associate pastor for youth and their families at First Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee. He has trained youth workers on five continents and has taught courses or been a guest lecturer at a number of colleges and seminaries. Get Connected with Mark DeVries: · Facebook · Website Get Connected with Youth & Culture: · Facebook · Instagram · Youtube Covenant Eyes: If you want more information on Covenant Eyes and how to protect your home or use it as a resource for parents and students in your ministry then click the link! Make sure you signup today! Music Provided By: hooksounds.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ryan-sebastian/message

SHOW NOTES: EPISODE 3 (Chad Higgins)In this episode, we sat down with youth pastor and co-founder of Youth Ministry Booster, Chad Higgins. Chad talks about the concept behind YM Boosters, coaching in youth ministry, staying balanced/healthy as a youth pastor, and much more.VISIT THE FULL POST HERE: https://www.htdt.org/podcast/chadhigginsWHAT’S IN THIS EPISODE?0:42 – Special Giveaway: First five listens who contact us via the HTDT website will receive a free copy of Mark DeVries’ book, Sustainable Youth Ministry (see Episode 2).1:20 – Introduction of our guest, Chad Higgins1:38 – Youth Ministry Shout Out (Todd Pearage)2:12 – Chad’s personal background6:36 – Youth Ministry Booster history and structure10:32 – Youth Ministry Booster vision and mission16:27 – Who are the Youth Ministry Booster members, and what are their needs?21:40 – MasterMind Coaching through Youth Ministry Boosters22:35 – YM Booster introduces Intensive Coaching – youth workers diving deep for six weeks on specific topics that will help youth workers grow in their craft.26:20 – Soul Care opportunities and coaching31:35 – Preventing burn out in youth ministry35:54 – What’s coming up next for Chad and YM Boosters?39:15 – HTDT Sponsors40:28 – Lightning Round w/ Chad47:38 – Contacting Chad and YM BoosterHOW TO CONTACT CHAD HIGGINS & YOUTH MINISTRY BOOSTER:Webpage: Youthministrybooster.comTwitter: @MinistryBoosterFacebook: Chad HigginsInstagram: @ChadHigginsEmail: chad@youthministrybooster.comRESOURCES MENTIONED· When God Is Silent by Barbara Brown Taylor (also check out her YouTube videos)

We youth leaders understand frugality, especially in small churches. But how do you know when you're being frugal, and when you're just underfunding your youth program?Further, how do we get our church to help pay for the youth program? Today's guest, Glen Guyton, has GREAT advice on these topics and more. As someone who spent years in youth ministry, he's got lots of experience. As an added bonus, he's currently the Executive Director for the Mennonite Church USA. So he's got lots of perspective to share!We mentioned a bunch of books:Sustainable Youth Ministry, by Mark DeVriesSmaller(er) Church Youth Ministry, by Brad Fiscus and Stephanie CaroSticky Faith, from the Fuller Youth InstituteGrowing Young, also from the Fuller Youth Institute

Do you ever feel like your ministry is less significant because it isn't as big as others your see? Let's get real, youth ministry has enough challenges on its own without throwing in the struggle of size.  But the truth is that you can be extremely effective in youth ministries of any size. Certainly, youth ministries of all sizes bring unique advantages and challenges.  This week Stephen Hale from the Youth Ministry: Small Church podcast joins the show to specifically look at the advantages and challenges of youth ministry in small churches. Don't buy the lie.  You can absolutely be successful and thrive in youth ministry in small churches, and in this episode we dive into common myths, share experiences serving in small churches, and give some help and practical advice to help navigate unique challenges you find when doing youth ministry in small churches. Links mentioned: The Super Secret Longer Haul Podcast Facebook Group (that you should join) youthministrysmallchurch.com Resources mentioned: Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries Why They Stay by Steve Parr Smaller Church Youth Ministry: No Staff, No Money, No Problem! by Stephanie Caro Taking Your Church to the Next Level: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Gary L. McIntosh SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR! YM360.com YM360 is the premier provider of youth ministry Bible study curriculum, student devotionals, Disciple Now resources, youth leader development, and summer camp experiences through GENERATE Camp by YM360. Check out YOUTH MINISTRY THREE SIXTY at YM360.com. For being a loyal listener use promo code: LONGERHAUL for 20% off your next order. some exclusions apply. HELP OTHER YOUTH PASTORS! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes, and please share it. Also, please leave an honest review for The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They help others know the value of the show, and we read each and every one of them.

Do you ever feel like your ministry is less significant because it isn't as big as others your see? Let's get real, youth ministry has enough challenges on its own without throwing in the struggle of size.  But the truth is that you can be extremely effective in youth ministries of any size. Certainly, youth ministries of all sizes bring unique advantages and challenges.  This week Stephen Hale from the Youth Ministry: Small Church podcast joins the show to specifically look at the advantages and challenges of youth ministry in small churches. Don't buy the lie.  You can absolutely be successful and thrive in youth ministry in small churches, and in this episode we dive into common myths, share experiences serving in small churches, and give some help and practical advice to help navigate unique challenges you find when doing youth ministry in small churches. Links mentioned: The Super Secret Longer Haul Podcast Facebook Group (that you should join) youthministrysmallchurch.com Resources mentioned: Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries Why They Stay by Steve Parr Smaller Church Youth Ministry: No Staff, No Money, No Problem! by Stephanie Caro Taking Your Church to the Next Level: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Gary L. McIntosh SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR! YM360.com YM360 is the premier provider of youth ministry Bible study curriculum, student devotionals, Disciple Now resources, youth leader development, and summer camp experiences through GENERATE Camp by YM360. Check out YOUTH MINISTRY THREE SIXTY at YM360.com. For being a loyal listener use promo code: LONGERHAUL for 20% off your next order. some exclusions apply. HELP OTHER YOUTH PASTORS! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes, and please share it. Also, please leave an honest review for The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They help others know the value of the show, and we read each and every one of them.

Show Notes:I THINK the only book mentioned was...Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries. Again. Here's the link!And Carl leads Small Church Matters www.smallchurchmatters.com . It's still in development, but keep an eye on him! He's working to provide resources to small churches that are normally only accessible to churches with a lot of money, including consultants.

This episode, we interview Brad Fiscus, who oversees young people's ministries for the Tennessee Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Or to put it another way: it's his job to help small church youth workers lead effective youth ministries. He talks about basic systems we need, and basic principles of healthy youth programs. He's also the author of Small(er) Church Youth Ministry: No Staff, No Money, No Problem, along with Stephanie Caro of Ministry Architects. If you found his interview helpful, the book is packed full of similar insights.Now, you could click the Amazon link and buy this book (which should be one of the first books any of us read on Youth Ministry), but why not get it for free instead? Tag us on Instagram or Facebook, and we'll send you a free copy of the book. At least, we'll do that for the first three people to tag us!Show Notes:We didn't talk about a ton of resources this episode, except for Brad & Stephanie's book.Brad listed off a few resources he assigns to his cohorts. He assigns:His own book, and Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries, like we do in almost every episode. Mark runs Ministry Architects, where Stephanie Caro also works. Stephanie Caro, of course, helped Brad write Small(er) Church Youth Ministry. He also uses the Sticky Faith resources, which we've mentioned before. Sticky Faith is an entire research project with lots of resources, but the basic book can be found here. However, look for the Fuller Youth Institute's blog and other books. Brad can be reached at brad.fiscus@tnumc.org

In this episode, Kendra Shock, student pastor in Covington, LA, shares some insights on connecting with pre-teens and how to make sure there is a smooth and effective transition from kidmin to youth ministry. Resources mentioned in this episode: "Alone: Finding Connection in a Lonely World" by Andy Braner "Sustainable Youth Ministry" by Mark DeVries

Youth Ministers, brace yourselves for this terrific conversation with 36yr veteran youth worker Mark DeVries, author of Family Based Youth Ministry & Sustainable Youth Ministry. After identifying Brad Pitt as the most likely actor to play the...