Podcasts about Youth leaders

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Activists launch nationwide “LIVING WAGE FOR ALL” campaign to hike minimum wage to $25/hour Youth leaders hold town hall to demand end to pepper spraying youth in Alameda County juvenile detention Students, educators, unions blast proposed state budget cuts to higher education in CA budget proposal Ukraine says weekend drone strike took out nearly 1/3rd of Russia's bomber aircraft UN chief blasts shootings at humanitarian aid sites run by Israeli-US backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation DHS removes list of “sanctuary cities” after push-back from sheriffs' association The post Youth leaders demand end to pepper spraying in Alameda County juvenile detention; Living Wage for All campaign aims for nationwide $25 minimum wage – June 2, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Episode Summary: Andrew Tate is a former is a kickboxing-champion-turned-social-media-influencer who has become popular among young men for his views on modern masculinity. He has over ten million followers on X. Regarding his influence on American Christian teen boys, Nancy Pearcey, author of The Toxic War on Masculinity, wrote recently on X: A former graduate student of mine now teaches at a high school, and she sent me an email saying, “All my male students are fans of Andrew Tate. They are even including quotes from Andrew Tate in the yearbook.” I asked, “Where do you teach?” She answered, “At a classical Christian school.”  I believe that young Christian men are paying attention to Andrew Tate, because he is pushing back against the cultural pressure that is emasculating men. This episode examines closely five identifiable components of that pressure, coming not only from the culture but from the church.[=New Resource:Men Helping Son's Embrace Biblical Manhood: A Five-Week Study for High School Guys Designed for Dads or Youth Leaders to LeadFor Further Prayerful Thought:What are your thoughts about the growing popularity of Andrew Tate even among Christian men?Which parts of the secular culture's attack on masculinity stood out most to you?Which parts of the church's egalitarian attack on biblical teaching or Bible- believing church leaders reticence to celebrate the glory of God's gender design bother you the most?For the printed version of this message click here.For a summary of topics addressed by podcast series, click here.For FREE downloadable studies on men's issues click here.To make an online contribution to enable others to hear about the podcast: (Click link and scroll down to bottom left)

Local youth leaders are sharing their stories in an effort to help their peers. The Center for Youth has embarked on a new “Restoring Justice, Re-Engaging Youth” initiative in response to violence and other issues affecting young people in Rochester. The goal is to use restorative practices to connect youth back to school and community. This hour, we talk with initiative organizers and youth leaders about what it takes to breakthrough to other young people facing different challenges. In studio: Elaine Spaull, executive director of the Center for Youth Nolica Murray Fields, director of restorative practices and equity at the Center for Youth Eli Cotton, program director for the Restoring Justice, Re-engaging Youth initiative at the Center for Youth Amy Sadler, photographer and creative producer 

Thanks for joining us for the C3 Calgary podcast! We are glad you are here with us! We know you will enjoy this powerful and relevant message from our Youth and Youth Leaders! For more information on our church, or to give, visit our website at www.myc3church.ca

Get to know Baška Benešová from Slovakia and be inspired by her incredible journey of faith. She gave her life to Jesus at a youth church camp at the age of 13 and has been involved in ministering to teens and young adults ever since. She currently leads the English camp at her local church and works as the director of pointonline.sk for TCK (Training Center Kompas), providing resources and support for youth leaders. Baška also shares insights into her participation in KPM, the Annual Youth Leaders Conference, and her experience with the School for Youth Leaders.  The episode ends with a heartfelt message on trusting God's plan and the importance of community support. Connect with Us: Follow @josiahventure on Instagram Learn more about Josiah Venture at josiahventure.com Contact: social@josiahventure.com   Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend or on your social media. Thank you friends, and have a blessed day!

For our final piece celebrating National Public Health Week, KVMR News correspondent and Nevada County Public Health worker, Shannon Harney, explores how a coalition of different stakeholders stepped up to change city policy in order to help keep kids off of tobacco and other dangerous drugs. 

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For our very special 100th podcast episode, we're joined by John Wyatt – author of Transforming Friendship – to talk about how we can foster healthy intergenerational friendships, what friendship looks like at different stages of life, and how we can go about strengthening existing friendships.  There's also the chance to enter our 100th podcast episode giveaway, and if you're desperate to hear about Thomas the Tank Engine, The Musical, then we bring you good news of great joy: it made it into our first ever podcast episode, when we heard from our very own Andrew Bunt about his story of faith and sexuality. You can find the link for that and lots of other useful resources below. Resources mentioned and related Enter our 100th podcast episode giveaway (closes 10th April 2025)  Youth Leaders' Crash Course Misstep 9 - 'Suffering is to be avoided' (The Plausibility Problem #9) Imperfect Reflections Kirsten Birkett Meet the Authors #1 – Andrew Bunt Friendship and Intimacy (Friendship #3)  Transforming Friendship John Wyatt Transforming Friendship: A Review Ed Shaw Same-sex attraction and friendship in church, with Ed Shaw 

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The World-O-Meter is pretty impressive. It's calculating the births and deaths in 20 countries by the second (or faster), to let us know approximately how many people are alive on planet Earth each second of every day.    How can we as youth workers, youth pastors, student ministry leaders, and volunteers reach the millions that are being born each year, each second of every day? It's Overwhelming... So how?   Jesus...said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are impossible." - Matthew 19:26 _______________________________ Looking for a new student ministry resource? You can read my book “Burn Up Not Out: A Student Ministry Fire Builder's Guidebook” here: https://amzn.to/3PtBTIy Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _______________________________ EPISODE CREDITS Email us at: youthworkeronfire@gmail.com Hosted by: Doug Edwards Theme Song: "The One and Only" by The 808 : Listen to more at https://bit.ly/3FTYIAJ Intro/Outro Voiceover: Michael Helms : https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelTheSoundGuy  Edited by: Secret Roots Music House

One of the Youth Leaders, Andy Morris, shares a follow-up to the series on Live Out Love looking at some things that can get in the way and what to do about them as we guard our hearts.

In this episode of The Ordinary Discipleship Podcast, we sit down with Reyna Martinez to discuss the challenges of finding mentorship and discipleship as a young adult. Reyna shares her deeply personal journey—growing up in youth group, experiencing the impact of intentional leadership, and then struggling to find discipleship after aging out of traditional church programs. She speaks candidly about the obstacles Gen Z faces in seeking authentic relationships within the church and the importance of persistence, vulnerability, and real connection. Hosts Chris Johnson and Jessie Cruickshank dive into leaders' fears and insecurities when mentoring others, while Reyna provides an inside perspective on what young adults truly need. Whether you're a church leader, mentor, or someone searching for guidance, this episode offers valuable insights into building meaningful discipleship relationships.--ORDER Jessie's newest book, Ordinary Discipleship: How God Wires Us for the Adventure of Transformation → https://a.co/d/51j86DGFor more great stuff, check out: Ordinary Discipleship by Whoology: https://whoology.coFollow us on social media:https://instagram.com/ordinarydiscipleshiphttps://facebook.com/ordinarydiscipleshipFollow Jessie on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/yourbrainbyjessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.s.cruickshank/Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourbrainbyjessJessie Cruickshank is a disciple-maker, wilderness guide, and ordained minister. She has trained thousands of people how to survive when their life depended on it and earned a Master's degree in experiential education at Harvard to learn how the brain works to help people train more effectively.The key to discipleship is not more information, but learning how to create intentional environments where people can learn and grow. By working with the brain and treating individuals as whole persons, you too can discover how God wired our brains for transformation. You already have all the tools you need, it is time to activate them in you and your church. ORDER Jessie's newest book, Ordinary Discipleship: How God Wires Us for the Adventure of Transformation → https://a.co/d/51j86DGFor more great stuff, check out: Ordinary Discipleship by Whoology: https://whoology.coFollow us on social media:https://instagram.com/ordinarydiscipleshiphttps://facebook.com/ordinarydiscipleshipFollow Jessie on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/yourbrainbyjessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.s.cruickshank/Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourbrainbyjessJessie Cruickshank is a disciple-maker, wilderness guide, and ordained minister. She has trained thousands of people how to survive when their life depended on it and earned a Master's degree in experiential education at Harvard to learn how the brain works to help people train more effectively.The key to discipleship is not more information, but learning how to create intentional environments where people can learn and grow. By working with the brain and treating individuals as whole persons, you too can discover how God wired our brains for transformation. You already have all the tools you need, it is time to activate them in you and your church.

In this episode, we sit down with the unstoppable Sonali Ratnasinghe—a youth ambassador, empowerment speaker, problem solver, nonprofit leader, and all-around changemaker. From tackling real-world issues through service to mentoring the next generation, Sonali is on a mission to make an impact. What's in store? The Power of Service: Why giving back is more than just an action—it's a mindset. Sonali shares how her nonprofit journey is inspiring young leaders. A Global Vision: Travel plans, expanding her reach, and how she's turning international experiences into opportunities for change. Mentorship & Purpose: Finding your way, embracing growth, and the role of strong mentors in shaping success. Making Time for YOU: Balancing service, school, friendships, and mental health—how she does it all and why self-care is key. What's Your Code? Sonali answers the big question—what principles guide her life?

Rusha Latif is an Egyptian-American researcher and author based in the San Fransisco Bay Area. In episode 44 of Tahrir Podcast, we discussed her book, “Tahrir's Youth: Leaders of a Leaderless Revolution,” (American University in Cairo Press, 2022) which explores the role of the Revolutionary Youth Coalition (RYC) in the 2011 Egyptian revolution. Rusha challenges the prevailing narrative that the revolution was spontaneous and leaderless, offering a compelling ethnographic study that highlights the organizational strategies and leadership dynamics within the RYC. The book delves into the personal and political stories of key youth leaders, examining how their diverse backgrounds and shared commitment shaped the revolutionary movement in Tahrir Square. Through their experiences, Latif provides critical insights into the potential of horizontal leadership and participatory democracy in revolutionary organizing. Tahrir's Youth not only preserves the voices of Egypt's youth revolutionaries but also offers lessons for future movements around the world, especially in understanding the complexities of leadership and the limits of grassroots mobilization.Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tOBCbOXe7m0Rusha's book: https://aucpress.com/9781649030207/Streaming everywhere! https://linktr.ee/TahrirPodcastReach out! TahrirPodcast@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon for as low as $2 per month ($20 per year)! https://www.patreon.com/TahrirPodcast

TENE pod celebrates surviving 300 episodes with an inscrutable and nearly unplayable EU-funded policy game, "#FutureGov", which was apparently designed to train the leaders of tomorrow to manage the populations of a cyberpunk Europe. Subscribe to patreon.org/tenepod and twitter.com/tenepod.

Ashley is the author of "Communicating to Middle Schoolers" and "The Art of Group Talk." She worked for several years as the Director for Middle School Curriculum at Orange, and is currently the Executive Director of Carry 117, a ministry in Ethiopia which focuses on orphan prevention and family preservation by empowering women. In our talk we discuss the ways in which culture is changing for the teens we are working with, and how to see those changes as opportunities rather than obstacles.

Chris is the author of "Bags: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load," has been in youth ministry for decades, and also works with Ministry Architects helping churches achieve their ministry goals. Chris has a passion to equip and encourage parents to lead their families in faith. His focus in youth ministry takes a unique view: he focused on helping parents as his target. He still meets with teens every week, but his goal is to equip the parents since they really spend more time with the teens. He shares what he's learned over years of doing this, and you can start to apply it to your ministry!

In this podcast, we dive into essential tips for helping young leaders run better Scout meetings. Learn how to create an effective meeting agenda, delegate roles, and master time management to ensure your youth-led meetings are productive and engaging. We'll cover techniques for keeping everyone involved, making group decisions, and using visual aids to enhance communication. Whether you're a Scout leader or looking to build leadership skills, these strategies will help you improve team collaboration and run more efficient, youth-focused meetings. Watch now to take your Scout meetings to the next level with these simple, actionable tips!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to use creativity to drive global change? In this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with AY Young, CEO and flagship artist of the Battery Tour. AY is not your average musician—he's redefining how we think about performance, energy, and sustainability. As someone named one of the UN's 17 Youth Leaders, AY has taken on the ambitious challenge of aligning his music with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through his Battery Tour, he's powered over 950 concerts globally using renewable energy while inspiring communities and corporations like General Motors and Samsung to get involved.   Our conversation dives into AY's journey, from his early inspiration watching his parents transform their Kansas City neighborhood block by block to his innovative approach to creating music that powers real change. We also explore his groundbreaking Project 17, an album featuring one song for each of the SDGs, created in collaboration with some of the world's top artists. This isn't just a story about music; it's about how each of us can be an outlet for change. Tune in to hear AY's incredible journey, the obstacles he's faced, and how he's building a movement that bridges music, sustainability, and innovation.  

Born in Ghana, Fred Swaniker, lived across Africa and realized that good leadership is key to a nation's success. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Business, Economy, Educationm, Entrepreneur, Future

Pacific Island youth leaders say the stakes couldn't be higher at this year's United Nations climate summit. Even as Donald Trump threatens to pull out of the Paris climate agreement for a second time, world leaders meeting in Azerbaijan for COP29 have to decide on a new climate finance goal. Fifteen years after the last target was set, the new deal will involve determining how many hundreds of billions - or even trillions - of dollars a year will flow from rich nations to poor nations to help them reduce emissions and adapt to climate impacts.

Jake and Tony revisit the first of Lead222's 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry, Vision & Alignment, as they sit down and talk with the Executive Director of Wayfinders, Brandon Faust. This is a longer one than usual but it is full of rich wisdom from Brandon! Take a listen as they discuss the role that Wayfinders plays for leaders, practical steps on setting vision, and Tony starts off with sharing the IWU lore of Brandon.  Bo Challenge: Get your leaders and students to buy in and own your vision! Don't just make it a statement that never gets traction.  Episode Breakdown:  00:00 - 01:50 // Intro 01:50 - 14:50 // Brandon Faust, his Youth Ministry story, and Wayfinders founding  14:50 - 23:00 // Mission vs. Vision vs. Strategy  23:00 - 42:40 // Challenges that Brandon sees Youth Leaders struggling in  42:40 - 47:05 // Final thoughts, Bo Challenge! DON'T FORGET TO GET TO THE SUMMIT! November 12-14 in Noblesville, IN!  FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @lead.222 ------- Did this conversation resonate with you? Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? We want to hear from you! Write us at info@lead222.com  Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review. For more information about Lead222 or find a community of leaders in your area: ⁠⁠⁠www.lead222.com ⁠⁠⁠ Lead222 Youth Ministry Staffing www.Lead222/⁠⁠⁠staffing.com⁠⁠⁠

Are you trying to figure out how to empower the teens in your youth ministry program more? You might be asking questions like "How can I form youth leaders?" or "What does solid youth leadership look like?" These are great questions and one that deserve an answer. In this week's episode, the team dives into examples of what they have seen for youth formation. Listen in to get some answers to these great questions. Intro (0:47) What is something you got asked to lead as a YM leader that was unique or not quite your job? (2:04)Big Picture: Why should we spend time developing our young people into faith leaders? (7:00)Effective Leadership Examples (16:15)Formation for Youth Leaders (22:20/27:40)Limitations of Youth Leadership (34:24)Conclusion (40:37)What was the best leadership formation you ever received? Send us something! 

Listen in to our recent "Townhall" Webinar where three "old heads" of youth ministry talk about some of the roots of Vineyard Youth ministry, and how we can have hope for the future!

Jordan is the National Director for Youth Alpha. Youth Alpha has been completely redone with youth, by youth, and for youth. It has a heavy emphasis on taking into consideration what teens are actually interested in, and it is done in the voices of their peers. It is a truly global team this time and has been shortened to better meet the demands of youth ministry. It also has been created specifically to be easily led by teens in their youth groups and even their high schools. 

In our conversation with Mike McGarry we talk about how youth ministry is theological ministry. And how we can work to help our teens not just regurgitate answers, but learn how to think for themselves and discover answers. How do we cultivate that kind of culture in our youth group?  Mike is the Founder/Director of Youth Pastor Theologian. He served as a Youth Pastor for 18 years and earned his Doctor of Ministry degree in “Ministry to Emerging Generations” from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Mike is the author of Discover: Questioning Your Way to Faith (New Growth Press, 2023), Lead Them to Jesus: A Handbook for Youth Workers (New Growth Press, 2021), A Biblical Theology of Youth Ministry: Teenagers in the Life of the Church (Randall House, 2019), and was a contributor to Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry: A Practical Guide (Crossway, 2017).

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Josh Griffin is one of the leading voices in youth ministry with 25+ years experience in the trenches, currently serving as the junior high pastor at Mariners Church and before that the High School Pastor at Saddleback Church. He's the co-founder of DownloadYouthMinistry.com, YMUniversity.com and heard in 400+ episodes of the DYM Podcast w/Doug Fields. He's created more than 50 youth ministry resources and authored several books including 99 Thoughts for Small Group Leaders. Josh and his wife Angela have 4 kids, which are now all teenagers!  In this episode we talk about the importance of youth ministry especially in today's culture. We talk about discipleship, and how we can disciple teens towards Jesus with all of the competing influences in their lives. And specifically we talk about digital discipleship, and how we can help our teens understand the influence of technology on their faith, and teach them to use it wisely and not be ruled by it. 

This week Chris and Jeremy share what some of the best youth leaders are doing right.

In this Extension Office Friday episode, host Janet Michael is joined by Carol Nansel, a Shenandoah County Extension agent, and several 4-H youth representatives. They discuss the upcoming Shenandoah County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show and Sale, taking place on August 31st as part of Fair Week. Carol explains the preparations required for the event, including bringing in animals on August 24th, a week of activities culminating in the show and sale, and the involvement of youth representatives in various organizational tasks. The youth representatives share their experiences and responsibilities. Nate Farmer talks about showing a heifer, steer, and goat, and his previous successes at the show. Colton Pangle, who recently graduated and is heading to ECPI University for nursing, discusses showing steers and a lamb, and his involvement in the fire service and EMT work. Anika Perry, another senior, shares her experiences as a second-year participant showing a steer and heifer. Carol and the youth representatives provide insights into the logistics of the livestock show, the importance of animal care, and the various roles and responsibilities the youth take on to ensure the event's success. They also highlight the life skills learned through 4-H, such as record-keeping, public speaking, and responsibility. The conversation concludes with details about the auction process, including the option for remote bidding and the importance of securing buyers. Carol emphasizes the educational and personal growth benefits of participating in 4-H, encouraging parents to consider it for their children. Learn more about the Shenandoah County 4H/FFA Livestock Show and Sale by following them on Facebook. More details can also be found on their website by clicking here.

In this special episode, we delve into the transformative power of youth in food systems with two remarkable guests from Nestlé.Comfort Tshisikule, youth, learning and development lead at Nestlé, and Thobeka Mzila, agriculturalist at Nestlé East and Southern African Region, are alumni of Nestlé's graduate programme. They share insights into the All4YOUth Sub-Saharan Africa initiative and how it unlocks opportunities for young people.They also discuss the significance of this year's International Youth Day theme and trends in transforming food systems and offer valuable advice to young people, among other topics.

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In my conversation with pastor and theologian Luke Geraty we talk about what it's like to grow up in the Vineyard! Luke recounts the power of individual adults having a positive impact on his faith, and encourages us to remember that one relationship can forever change the trajectory of someone's life. We also talk about low rider cars.....and pets....it gets pretty intense. You won't want to miss it.

John Elmer is one of our SUPER regional leaders and so we were SUPER excited to have him on the podcast this month! In this episode we have a wonderful discussion about whether there really is a tension between discipleship and evangelism in youth ministry. We also spend a lot of time talking about leadership development and releasing our teens into ministry especially missional ministry.

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Joel is on of the Vineyard's Super Regional Leaders. In this episode we discuss leadership and leadership transitions. We also talk about the long game of youth ministry, how to minister to families in travel ball, and what Joel hopes to see in Vineyard youth ministry.

Teens prepare for college in all sorts of ways: academically, socially, practically...but how do we help them prepare their faith for college? Are your teens ready to step away from their support network? Do they know how to find a local church? Are they ready for the cultural shift of going to college, moving away from home, interacting with more people who may disagree with their beliefs? In this episode we talk about the important of preparing teens' faith for college. Claire Hart is the Prep for College Manager at Fusion USA, who comes to us with decades of experience working with college age teens. We are also offering two trainings coming up April 22 and May 8th with Claire. See our website at vineyardyouthusa.com to learn more!

Join Cory Mac and Haley Miller as they discuss the importance of partnership, unity, and relational investment with other equippers in your city as you seek gospel saturation and multiplication at every level to see a disciple making movement in the next generation. Zero Hour Immersive Details If you are a Youth Pastor or Student and have a passion for the Next Generation, we would LOVE to connect with YOU! Please email us: info@zerohourministries.org Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@zerohourministriespodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.zerohourministries.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@zerohourministries ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠ @zerohourministries⁠

Tune in for our annual panel night where we answer all of our youth's questions in regards to love, dating, relationships, etc.!

Would you like to experience unity in the body of Christ and get equipped to make next generation disciples? Then register NOW for ReGROUP: A Conference for Youth Leaders that will take place on Saturday, February 24 at Global Church in Miami Gardens. Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Dwayne Eslick, Ministry Director of Miami-Dade First Priority joins us to talk about how this conference will dive deep into the theme of "Making Disciples", exploring how we can make disciples of the next generation in South Florida. ReGROUP: A Conference for Youth Leaders - Saturday, February 24 - Global Church - Miami GardensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian believers exiled from their homeland, known as the Mayflower Church, have found a home at FBC Midland, Texas, IMB mobilization leader says local churches play a key role in helping missionaries penetrate lostness, Mark Dance offers tips on how you can deal with anger

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On this show, in recognition of the King Holiday, we discuss the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King and the 1960s Civil Rights activists and discuss the perceptions and attitudes of younger African Americans regarding the continuing impact and importance of this legacy and history. Our guests are Marcus Bass, Deputy Director of the NC Black Alliance and Executive Director at Advance Carolina; Rhasha Barnes-Scales, a junior at North Carolina Central University and President of the NCCU Political Science Club; and James Whitaker, a third-year student at NCCU School of Law and Secretary of the Student Bar Association.

Jordan Pelphrey is the Student Revival Pastor at Vineyard Northwest in Cincinnati, OH, and is also one of our Regional Youth Mobilizers for Vineyard USA in the Great Lakes Region. In this episode Jordan and I discuss what training teens in their own discipleship looks like. Specifically, how do we model and impart a passion for living out the spiritual disciplines? We specifically talk about Sabbath, how it has changed Jordan's life, and how he thinks it could be powerful for teens. We then spend some time talking about screen time and how it can be an obstacle to discpleship not just for teens, but also for us leaders.

Mike is the youth pastor at Vineyard Gilbert Comunity Church in Gilbert, AZ, and he is also the co-youth mobilizer in the Mountain Region. In this episode we cover two major topics. First, we discuss the challenges and opportunities of having a large representation of middle schoolers in your youth group. Second, we talk about the stigma of staying in youth ministry for a long time. Why does it feel like if you stay too long, you are doing something wrong? Can someone be called to youth ministry over the long haul, and if so, how do we do that without feeling like we've missed something?

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    

Where the Bible is clear about God's will, we must obey. But what about the thousands of choices we have in life where there doesn't seem to be specific clarity in God's Word? Do we pause and wait to hear the voice of the Lord? What about the people who seem to constantly say “God told me this?” Are we not walking with Jesus because we don't have a steady stream of “God told me this?”     As we continue our series Knowing and Doing God's Will, Jay highlights the many tools God has given us to make wise choices in areas where there are not specific commands from the Lord in Scripture. Borrowing the wisdom of Gary Freison and his book “Decision Making and the Will of God”, Jay walk through the different gifts God has given us that can serve as guideposts for decision making.   Listen as Jay shares how we can make wise decisions using The Bible An Open or Closed Door Mature Council A Fleece Inner Peace or Tension An alignment of passion, skills, and opportunity Common Sense With these gifts, God has given us plenty of resources to make healthy, wise, God-honoring decisions every day of our lives. Resources mentioned: The Paradox of Choice: Why More is Less by Barry Schwartz https://amzn.to/45qZ8ub The Seven Checkpoints for Youth Leaders by Andy Stanley: https://amzn.to/3ICSfw1 Decision Making and the Will of God https://amzn.to/3otDepG Support Let's Parent on Purpose through your Tax Deductible Giving Join my Things for Thursday Email List and get a free Marriage Snapshot Tool and Fun Family Conversation Ebook! Connect with Jay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsparentonpurpose Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letsparentonpurpose Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jaydholland  

In this National Reining Horse Association episode; Coming off of an exciting 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel, learn more about youth programming, scholarships and opportunities through the National Reining Horse Youth Association Past Vice President Grace Wilson and current NRHyA President Adrianna Runzo.Episode 3224 Links:Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHATitle Sponsor: National Reining Horse AssociationGuest: Grace Wilson, Piedmont Airlines Pilot and NRHyA Vice President in 2019​Guest: Adrianna Runzo, President of NRHyALink to sound file for the hearing impairedTime Stamps:10:29 – Grace Wilson22:52 – Adrianna Runzo

One of the great paradoxes of life is that more choices don't always lead to a happier life. Never ending choices can be paralyzing. Additionally, many choices give the illusion of freedom on the front end but ultimately lead to entrapment, slavery, and devastating consequences.  As we continue our series on Knowing and Doing God's Will, today Jay takes about surprising principle: “Maximum Freedom is Found Under God's Authority”. Jay discusses how there is a beauty in God's word of eliminating the pressure of unending choices. Additionally, he shows how what may first appear restriction actually produces a greater degree of freedom. When we choose to seek and honor God's will in our lives, we are free from many of the devastating consequences of sin, including disease, regret, and destructive relationships. By submitting ourselves to the authority of God's word and limiting our choices to those God permits, we experience a far greater joy and satisfaction in life, as well as the anticipation of eternal reward for a life that's pleasing to God.  Resources mentioned: The Paradox of Choice: Why More is Less by Barry Schwartz https://amzn.to/45qZ8ub The Seven Checkpoints for Youth Leaders by Andy Stanley: https://amzn.to/3ICSfw1 Decision Making and the Will of God https://amzn.to/3otDepG Support Let's Parent on Purpose through your Tax Deductible Giving Join my Things for Thursday Email List and get a free Marriage Snapshot Tool and Fun Family Conversation Ebook! Connect with Jay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsparentonpurpose Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letsparentonpurpose