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#005: So you get hired at a brand new church as a Youth Pastor....now what? Pastor Gordy Nixon shares his experience of getting hired, starting a youth group, recruiting volunteers and growing the middle school ministry from the ground up at North Coast Church Ramona, an off-site church campus. This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:http://www.youtube.com/ministrycoachhttp://www.kristenlascola.comAudio Equipment:Microphones - Audio Technica ATR2100x USBhttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorder - Zoom H4nhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Stands - Pylehttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mount Knox / Lyrcrohttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This podcast episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*
#004: What is the difference between Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in ministry? In this episode, we talk about not only the difference between the two, but ways to avoid them and ways to get out of them so they won't derail your momentum in Ministry.Referenced Book:Have More Fun by Mandy Arioto https://amzn.to/2ZvOlxLThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:http://www.youtube.com/ministrycoachhttp://www.kristenlascola.comAudio Equipment:Microphones - Audio Technica ATR2100x USBhttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorder - Zoom H4nhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Stands - Pylehttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mount Knox / Lyrcrohttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This podcast episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*
#003: Why do Youth Pastors get a bad rap? In this episode, we list 5 MORE things that Youth Pastors need to stop doing in order for them to be taken more seriously, to be given more responsibility and to further themselves in their church and their ministry. (Part 2 of a 2 Part Series)This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:http://www.youtube.com/ministrycoachhttp://www.kristenlascola.comAudio Equipment:Microphones - Audio Technica ATR2100x USBhttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorder - Zoom H4nhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Stands - Pylehttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mount Knox / Lyrcrohttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This podcast episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*
#001: Kristen Lascola talks a little about her 17 years in Student Ministry at North Coast Church and what's to come for this podcast.We hope you enjoy the first episode and please remember to subscribe! This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:http://www.youtube.com/ministrycoachhttp://www.kristenlascola.comAudio Equipment:Microphones - Audio Technica ATR2100x USBhttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorder - Zoom H4nhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Stands - Pylehttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mount Knox / Lyrcrohttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This podcast episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*
#002: Why do Youth Pastors get a bad rap? In this episode, we list 5 things that Youth Pastors need to stop doing in order for them to be taken more seriously, to be given more responsibility and to further themselves in their church and their ministry. (Part 1 of a 2 Part Series)This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:http://www.youtube.com/ministrycoachhttp://www.kristenlascola.comAudio Equipment:Microphones - Audio Technica ATR2100x USBhttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorder - Zoom H4nhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Stands - Pylehttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mount Knox / Lyrcrohttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This podcast episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*
Healthy volunteers are the backbone of a healthy ministry. We dug deep into the Youth Ministry Answers archives to find the five most important things to remember when leading volunteers!
Youth and Culture Podcast | Youth Ministry | Student Ministry
This week’s episode I had the opportunity to talk with Kenny Campbell about GROW Curriculum and how it is more than just a curriculum. It provides strategies on discipleship, parents, volunteers, events, games, and much more!! It allows you to spend less time behind your desk and spend more time with students. Got questions or you want this podcast to cover a specific topic? Please leave us a voice message at: anchor.fm/ryan-sebastian/message Get Connected with Kenny Campbell: Facebook Instagram Twitter Get Connected with the Stuff You Can Use: Facebook Instagram Youtube You can find the Youth Ministry Answers podcast on most podcast platforms Get Connected with Youth and Culture: Facebook Instagram Youtube You can find us on most podcast platforms. Music Provided By: hooksound.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ryan-sebastian/message
In this episode, Caleb and Todd look back on what they've learned in April 2019. ----------------- *Links Mentioned* ----------------- Dare to Lead by Brene Brown ( https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Lead-Brave-Conversations-Hearts/dp/0399592520/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1BRO8CBKC308K&keywords=dare+to+lead+brene+brown&qid=1555937849&s=gateway&sprefix=dare+to+lead%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1 ) ------- *Books* ------- The Way of the Warrior by Erwin McManus ( https://www.amazon.com/Way-Warrior-Ancient-Inner-Peace/dp/1601429568/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20IXRC89BJWZO&keywords=the+way+of+the+warrior&qid=1555932111&s=gateway&sprefix=the+way+of+the+%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1 ) Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas ( http://sarahjmaas.com/throneofglass/ ) The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis ( https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0887632424/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3UZGBV80WD54K&keywords=the+great+divorce+cs+lewis&qid=1555932341&s=gateway&sprefix=the+great+di%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-3 ) In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day by Mark Batterson ( https://www.amazon.com/Pit-Lion-Snowy-Day/dp/1606710915/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VI298H5G5H5F&keywords=in+a+pit+with+a+lion+on+a+snowy+day&qid=1555932366&s=books&sprefix=in+a+pit%2Caps%2C150&sr=1-1 ) ------- *Music* ------- Hillsong UNITED ( https://open.spotify.com/artist/74cb3MG0x0BOnYNW1uXYnM ) Free Spirit by Khalid ( https://open.spotify.com/album/6KT8x5oqZJl9CcnM66hddo ) Caleb's Focus Playlist ( https://open.spotify.com/user/newpointecosfamilylife/playlist/50VmT5WiFoELz9548XwAZE?si=CJq4z7VoTciJI_H2g9fvFQ ) Hip Hop Instrumentals / Beats I Freestyle Rap Battle ( https://open.spotify.com/user/1245722571/playlist/4YiTL7GcmPpN0AKihPtSVe?si=zs0NXs6CSDODZRSSuzxHrA ) H.E.R. ( https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Y7RZ31TRPVadSFVy1o8os ) Anderson .Paak ( https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jK9MiCrA42lLAdMGUZpwa ) Imported by Jessie Reyez (feat. 6LACK) ( https://open.spotify.com/album/29vt4BpW3GYX7hHCbFkhfg ) Old Town Road - Remix by Lil Was X, Billy Ray Cyrus ( https://open.spotify.com/track/6u7jPi22kF8CTQ3rb9DHE7 ) -------- *Movies* -------- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse ( https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4633694/ ) Us ( https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6857112/ ) Thunderball ( https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059800/?ref_=nv_sr_1%3Fref_%3Dnv_sr_1 ) Casino Royale ( https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0381061/?ref_=nv_sr_1%3Fref_%3Dnv_sr_1 ) ---------- *Podcasts* ---------- Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast: Generational Diversity in the Workplace ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andy-stanley-leadership-podcast/id290055666 ) Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast: How to Be Real and Not Be Weird ( https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/how-to-be-real-and-not-be-weird/ ) A Greater Story with Sam Collier: Lecrae, Tedashii, Shanti Das, DJ Wade, Benjamin Willis: A Round Table Discussion About Perseverance ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-greater-story-with-sam-collier/id1183571837 ) Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Kadi Cole On the New Rules For Men and Women in the Workplace and Creating a Culture That Leverages Female Leaders… Regardless of Your Theology ( https://careynieuwhof.com/episode253/ ) Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Hadyn Shaw On Leading Through Generation Tension At Work: What Helps Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Boomers Get Along ( https://careynieuwhof.com/episode254/ ) Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Carly Fiorina On Her Journey From Secretary at a Real Estate Firm to CEO of a Fortune 20 Company to Running For President of the United States ( https://careynieuwhof.com/episode256/ ) Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Tyler Reagin On Leading a Large Organization When You're Not a Detail Person And What It Takes to Become Self-Aware, Self-Accepting and Self-Confident in Leadership ( https://careynieuwhof.com/episode257/ ) That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs: Kevin + Rea Queen ( http://www.anniefdowns.com/2019/03/01/tsf-couples-2019-kevin-rea-queen/ ) That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs: Mack and Meredith Brock ( http://www.anniefdowns.com/2019/02/19/tsf-couples-2019-mack-and-meredith-brock/ ) The Danger of a Dream - Steven Furtick ( https://elevationchurch.org/sermons/the-danger-of-a-dream/ ) Toure Show: Dr. Melina Abdullah - I'm the Lion of BLM ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-melina-abdullah-im-the-lion-of-blm/id1313077481?i=1000435129418 ) RELEVANT Podcast: Social Club Misfits ( https://relevantmagazine.com/podcast/social-club-misfits-2/ ) South Beach Sessions: Billy Corben & Tony Bosch ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/le-batard-friends-south-beach-sessions/id1446810283 ) The GaryVee Audio Experience: 23 Minutes of Advice That Every Hustler Should Hear ( https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/23-minutes-of-advice-that-every-young-hustler-should-hear/id928159684?i=1000435130126 ) Bill Simmons Podcast: Trevor Noah ( https://www.theringer.com/the-bill-simmons-podcast/2019/4/17/18411673/bad-warriors-omens-and-trevor-noahs-first-bs-interview ) The Art of Manliness Podcast: Lessons in Persistence From Climber Tommy Caldwell ( https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/tommy-caldwell-interview/ ) Kid Ministry Answers ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kids-ministry-answers-childrens-ministry-kidmin-podcast/id1420346456 ) Youth Ministry Answers ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youth-ministry-answers-student-ministry-podcast/id945075110 ) The Joe Rogan Experience ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-joe-rogan-experience/id360084272 ) Spycast ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spycast/id201680433 ) ---------- *Articles* ---------- Privileged by Kyle Korver ( https://www.theplayerstribune.com/en-us/articles/kyle-korver-utah-jazz-nba ) How to Handle Your Critics Like a Pro, Not a Toddler by Carey Nieuwhof ( https://careynieuwhof.com/how-to-handle-your-critics-like-a-pro-not-a-toddler/ ) 5 Things About Leadership My 25-Year-Old Self Never Would Have Believed by Carey Nieuwhof ( https://careynieuwhof.com/5-things-about-leadership-my-25-year-old-self-never-would-have-believed/ ) ----------------- *Lessons Learned* ----------------- God's unconditional love for us It's never as bad as your worst day. It's never as good as your best day. It's also not the average of both. Dealing with our own emotions and feelings The importance of mentors and seeking wisdom The power of asking to hear someone else's story ------------------------ *New Episode Every Week* ------------------------ Thank you for listening to the Learner's Corner Podcast. We hope you'll join us for next week's episode. Until next time, keep learning and keep growing.
In our 14th installment of #WomenInYM Chad Higgins sits down with Stephanie Collins of Munice Indiana NextGen Pastor at The Gathering MuncieStudied Master of Divinity at Anderson University School of Theology and Christian MinistryEmail Stephanie About Youth MinistryFriend Stephanie On FacebookFree Entry For Your Chance To Win $500 of prizes for a year! Contribute To The Conversation About #WomenInYMKey Takeaway: Accidentally In Love With All That Youth Ministry Can BeThe story of God's and the struggle for me is my call to be a pastor. I grew up in a denomination that affirms women and had trouble finding my place. I didn't start out wanting to be in youth ministry, I didn't even think about it, I fell in love with youth ministry. “We will take your student and love them no matter what” Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
In our 3rd installment of celebrating #WomenInYM author and minister Jen Bradbury shares her experiences, stories, and successes in ministry. As former electrical engineer, mom, youth minister, and author her insights hit right at home! Key Takeaway: Refugees And Jesus On The Other Side Of The Road “For those 8 kids, they directly chose a career path related to their local missions experience” "Mission Trips Should Be Tied Back To Ministry Our Congregations are already involved “My first year was a disaster in almost every way” "Slow down to learn the story of your congregation" YouthCartel Books Grab a copy of Jen's books! @ the Youth Cartel on Twitter Follow Jen Bradury on Twitter #WomenInYM Giveaway on Twitter Join The Twitter Conversation For #WomenInYM on TwitterSupport the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Winner Winner Contest Dinner? No, maybe something else? In this fun break episode, Zac and Chad pick the Top 10 winners for the "Not @ These Movies" contest co-sponsored by Ben Read from Youthmin.org Contest Rules We know how to spin a bad movie into a good message. So do your worst(best) at creating a hilarious series idea on an inappropriate movie. Winners are listed below... what do you think? How did they do? Joshua Crouch Anchorman: Making Jesus your anchor, man. We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain. Hebrews 6:19 Josh Veitch Magic Mike XXL: There is only one God big enough to handle all your problems Trent Mikles The Room: A study through the Second Gospel and how it affects your relationships, Hiiiiii Mark. Johnathan Baldwin Taken: Because being taken is better than being Left Behind. Doug Stephens Snakes on a Plane: 95% of the time, snakes should be killed. Every time a snake is mentioned(Creation, Paul's journey, Moses' snake/staff, etc). Allen Posey · Saw: The Importance of Having a Mentor Allen Posey · 50 shades of gray. Wife submit to your husband Ted Simons · Daddy’s Home 2: Honor thy Father or Fathers don’t exasperate your children Jonathan Holmes· The Godfather. Matthew 18:6-9 You tempt my children, then I will have you swim the fishes. BIG WINNER! Daniel Peavy · 0:00 The Sixth Sense: The story of Lazarus I see dead people Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
We have all been there. The slump, the drop-off, the "slow season" are not just terms for baseball, but in the calculus of youth ministry, a change in attendance can affect change in the motivation and purpose of a youth ministry. Why is this is true? What can we change? What can we course correct? What more is there to say on the topic? Tune in for more! Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Making changes in ministry is tough, making them successfully almost feels improbable. What if there was a helpful guide to grid and map out the requirements for navigating change. Whether you want to increase attendance, engagement, volunteers, or alter programs change requires more than just the problem and solution. Visit http://ymb.rocks/125 to download the free guide! Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Youth ministry, the most relational job on the planet, but how honest can we be in our relationships with students, volunteers, parents? We get that we shouldn't lie, but when is sharing personal stories overshare? When is cultural relevance costly or inappropriate. Sometimes it is easy other times it feels a little grey. If you have ever wondered and wanted a safe place to talk about it, here is an episode for you fellow youth worker or student pastor! Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Kenny & Elle Campbell | Stuff You Can Use & Youth Ministry Podcast Kenny & Elle, and I have a great conversation at The Whiskey about Their life, relocating, and making Youth Ministry Fun and Amazing. Intagram: @stuffyoucanuse @Kennnnnnnnny @Ellllllllllle Website: www.stuffyoucanuse.org Music on Podcast: @MRENCMUSIC mrencmusic.com The Ghost Beat @theghostbeatmusic theghostbeat.bandcamp.com Follow Bump at @bumpgalletta , www.bumpgalletta.com
It's a new year full of promises and planned changes. but what are some things you should resolve not to do in youth ministry? Check out this episode when Chad, Kristen, and Zac address the things that youth pastors should not be doing in 2018. Learn more: http://ymb.rocks/118Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
As we countdown to the end of 2017 check out your favorite two (or at least most listened to) episodes of 2017. In episode 91 we tackled the question of success and the people listened. Did you agree or disagree? In episode 71 Ryan Baker from our partner podcast "When You Gonna Be A Real Pastor?" shared his stories of calling and longevity and a near-death experience. It must have resonated because a whole mess of people loved and listened to it! Thanks for making 2017 awesome! We are super stoked for next year. Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
This episode is a funny and playful satire of some youth ministry characters, student pastor stereotypes, and other goofy generalizations made about those that love and lead youth ministry. Enjoy this holiday humor and Christmas comedy episode. No animals or middle school students were harmed in the making of this podcast. You can learn more (seriously) about improving your youth ministry at www.youthministrybooster.com Test drive a 2-week free trial today! Big thanks to Josh (Carll) from Sunday Cool, Ryan (Tommy) from When You Gonna Be a Real Pastor Please check out When You Gonna Be A Real Pastor Podcast! and Sunday Cool Apparel. They are great and we love what they do!Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
It is good to desire success for your youth ministry. But how do you measure success for your youth ministry? A success that is more than a one-week win for a Wednesday or a surge in attendance on Sunday. So how do you define success? Learn more @ http://ymb.rocks/successSupport the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
The most challenging and important thing a youth ministry can do to grow is to scale. When leadership begins to see the development of key processes turn towards the equipping of leaders then there is real potential for growth. Learn more: http://ymb.rocks/scale Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
What do most youth ministry not do well? Turn good ideas into great systems. If you feel stuck about where you and your youth ministry are at today then check out phase 3 of the Youth Ministry Roadmap as Zac and Chad help you think through the ways in which you could begin to develop the thing you have built. Learn more: http://ymb.rocks/develop Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
In the last episode of After 9, well as we used to know After 9, Zac, Chad, and Kristen talk about the year that was 2017 and what is new and next for Youth Ministry Booster and the podcast. Learn about the wild mishaps from Youth Specialities and the exciting next chapter for one of your favorite podcasts. Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Episode 107 of After 9 is live at Youth Specialities National Youth Worker Convention 2017. Well, it was live and is now available here for you. Zac and Chad were blessed to share the studio space with Elle Campbell and Kenny Campbell from Youth Ministry Answers podcast and Stuff You Can Use. You can check out Grow Curriculum and Annual Strategy from www.youthministrybooster.com Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
In episode 101 Zac Chad and Kristen share their most important weekly task. Every week comes and goes in student ministry but as youth pastors and youth leaders we need to identify what the most important things are to get done. Prioritize your work self with these three helpful insights. Show Notes: After 9 101 to read more Drink some After 9 Coffee while you enjoy this show!Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
It's episode 99 time and the team is back with free and nearly free stuff that every youth ministry leader should have or know about. Chad Higgins, Zac Workun, & Kristen Lascola all share their top 3 things and then we have compiled a list of 99 other things that you have just gotta know about or have in your student pastor pocket. Show Notes Here: after9.show/99 Get the free 99 things resource guide here Win $300 books hereSupport the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
The days are long and the weeks will tarry, never fear Chad and Zac and a few minutes left on the clock are here to encourage you and brighten your day. You are loved youth ministry friend and we are thankful for your hard work. Stay healthy, find humor, and know that those forms never get turned in on time! Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
In this episode of After 9, Zac and Chad get honest about the importance of time management and staying productive in youth ministry. It is easy to stay busy, but difficult to keep the most important and significant work in front of us. Listen in as Zac and Chad talk to their younger selves and offer insights and a free resource on how to better Boost your productivity and make your days count! Download our free productivity booster @ www.youthministrybooster.com/time Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Kenny and Elle were live on Facebook answering your questions about youth ministry. [powerpress]
Welcome to After 9 Episode 56: Jenna Bush: Woodlake UMC In this episode, Zac sits down with Jenna Bush to ask all the After 9 questions. Listen in as Jenna shares stories of struggle, success, growth, and one of the most memorable moments of youth ministry we have ever recorded. Jenna's stories of challenge, change, and frustration with the local church are encouraging for many of us who have fought similar bouts. Trust your call friends you are fit for this work. Thankful for Zac and Chad? Love After 9? Follow us on twitter @after9ministry and like us on Facebook. Want to support After 9? Visit www.after9ministry.com to find out how you can help make After 9 great!Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)
Welcome to After 9 Episode 50: Elle Campbell In this episode, Zac sits down with Elle Campbell (from Stuff You Can Use, YM Answers, and the Pharisees game) and asks her the honest questions of youth ministry. Calling, quitting, self-doubt, perfectionism, and hope are all in the mix today. Listen close because you won't want to miss a word. Thankful for Zac and Chad? Love After 9? Follow us on twitter @after9ministry and like us on Facebook. Want to support After 9? Visit www.after9ministry.com to find out how you can help make After 9 great!Support the show (http://community.youthministrybooster.com/)