Podcasts about youth workers

This week, Blue Bradley continues our series on The Holy Spirit. This week's message looks at the passage from Galatians 5: 22-26 which looks at the topic of Love. Blue Bradley - Guest Speaker - Strengths Coach, Youth Worker, Northern Easter Camp organiser, co-owner of Crave Cafe in Morningside, Auckland.Scriptures for TodayGalatians 5: 22-26Recorded on 11 May 2025

For our final Walk Talks episode of the year, we're excited to bring you a special Friday Focus edition! As you may have seen in the artwork and title, this episode is a bit unique—we have two guest speakers joining us.Just a couple of weeks ago, we hosted our first-ever Pastors and Youth Workers Conference here at Southland Christian Camp. It was a great success, and for this final Friday Focus episode, we're sharing a Q&A session from the last day of that conference.The conversation features Pastor Ken Keltner, who serves in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Chuck Gourley, the youth pastor at Campus Church in Pensacola, Florida. My dad, Brother Mike Herbster, sat down with both of them in front of our conference attendees to ask some thoughtful questions about youth ministry.Whether you're a pastor, youth pastor, youth leader, or even a teenager involved in youth ministry, we believe this episode will be both helpful and encouraging. It offers valuable insight into youth ministry philosophy—whether you're planning to serve full-time in ministry or simply want to understand the “why” behind what you do.We hope you'll take the time to listen, be encouraged, and be challenged by the wisdom shared by Pastor Ken Keltner and Chuck Gourley.We have attached a link to all the session recordings from our Pastor's and Youth Worker's Conference and we would highly encourage you to go and listen to them, and maybe they can be an encouragement to you.https://www.southlandcamp.org/sermons-from-southland.html

How do you empower young people while staying true to yourself?In what ways does your own self-love shape how you guide and support the next generation?How have your own life experiences influenced the way you show up as a parent, mentor, or leader?Join me for this episode as I explore 'Getting to the Heart of our Youth' with my guest, Marilou Coombe, an experienced coach, youth worker, and advocate for young people.Our conversation shows the heart is found at the intersection of self-care, conscious parenting, and reconnecting with our youthful essence.Reflecting on her experiences growing up in Lebanon and moving to Australia, to the wisdom she's gained mentoring youth and raising her own children, Marilou shares powerful insights on societal values, parenting in today's world, and the importance of nurturing a strong relationship with ourselves.We talk about the importance of connecting with our inner child, how we can connect with young people, and the parallels between puberty and menopause.Marilou unpacks the challenges that today's youth face in an increasingly fast-paced and disconnected world, and emphasises how important it is that we support young people by modelling authenticity, self-care, and emotional resilience.When you tune in, you'll also hear Marilou speak about:The Turn-On of Slowing Down The Dance Between “Being” and “Doing” The healing that is available through play & joy Tips for parenting in the Digital Age How Youth Are Our Mirrors How we can be the best role models Reclaiming Youthfulness in MidlifeMarilou's wisdom is a potent reminder that self-care is not selfish, and raising thriving, emotionally aware youth starts with how we show up for ourselves. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone seeking deeper self-connection, this conversation will leave you inspired to slow down, look within, and focus on what you really value.If you loved this episode, please take a moment to rate & review it on this podcast platform — it helps more people find these powerful conversations!You can connect with Marilou via:FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559576638241Web: ⁠orchestratewithmarilou.newzenler.com⁠Email: ⁠marilou@orchestrate.cc⁠Stay connected with me: Instagram: ⁠@PennyVandersluys⁠ Join my email list: ⁠www.pennyvandersluys.com⁠If you'd like to find out about my regular, fun, edge expanding online & in-person events that explore being wild, free, and sexy with curious, open-hearted women, check out my Wonder Women Club at pennyvandersluys.com/wonder .

Send us a textDo you need some help to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Let's work together: GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***  Building a thriving youth ministry isn't just about planning events or playing fun games; it's about creating a dynamic culture that encourages young people to grow both spiritually and socially. In this episode, we focus on five powerful words that should embody every student ministry!This episode is packed with practical insights and valuable strategies to help youth pastors build a youth group that reflects these five core words. We invite you to listen and consider how to authentically implement these principles into your own youth ministry, leading to a deeper and more engaging experience for your students. Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences with us as you reflect on these transformative concepts!=========We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com!If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach=========You may also enjoy these episodes:(#207) How to Build a Youth Ministry Worship Team from Scratch(#040) How to Start a Student Leadership Team in Youth Ministry(#036) How to Get New Students Connected to Your Youth Group(#160) Youth Pastors: Are You Challenging Your Youth Group?=======

Today, I want to mention a youth culture trend that is not only shaping the lives of children and teens, but adults as well. Specifically, I've seen this trend take root and grow among many who lead and guide kids, and who should know better. I'm talking about youth pastors. Just as our kids are pushed to promote themselves and pursue fame and a following through social media, the same pressure pushes on us. Youthworkers, Jesus spent his life pursuing faithfulness rather than fame. How would things change if we did the same? Are you caving to the pressure to build an online following and recognition? I think our ministries would thrive if we would stop this kind of nonsense. Wouldn't it be freeing if we weren't always worrying about and wasting time developing a following? I'm reminded of the words of my friend and youth ministry veteran Rich Van Pelt, “You take care of the depth of your ministry. Then, let Jesus take care of the breadth of your ministry.”

Aimee is a wāhine Māori (female Māori person), with whakapapa to Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi and Ngāti Kahungunu currently residing in Te Whanganui a tara (Wellington) Aotearoa (New Zealand). Her background is in Social Work, and she has spent many years working in prisons, courts, and in the community with young people and adults subject to the criminal justice system in Australia, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and the UK. Aimee has also spent time working for Government organizations in the Policy space and in more recent years in the tertiary education sector doing crisis management. Currently, she works in private practice completing s27 Cultural and Background Reports for District and Youth Courts, as well as contracting doing Restorative Practice work, Supervision for Youth Workers and Social Workers, as well as conducting trainings for organizations on how to respond to disclosures of sexual harm, etc. Aimee is also completing her Masters in Māori Law and Philosophy at Te Wananga O Raukawa, and passionate about reclaiming culture, reality tv, reading sci-fi and fiction, and all things skincare :) Social Media: LinkedIn- Aimee Maaka Website - www.manareports.co.nz Instagram - @aimee_tepuea

Send us a textAre you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check outGrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Have you ever done a top to bottom audit of your youth ministry?  Are there things you need to add?  Are there things you need to remove?  Are there things you need to improve?  In this episode, we will be discussing 10 critical elements for youth ministry programs that can lead to a thriving, healthy and growing student ministry.  We will be covering everything from volunteer health to worship to student leadership teams and much, much more!  Join us as we challenge you to take these insights and commitments to elevate your youth group to new heights and be sure to tally up your score as you go along!=========If you have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com!If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach=======

As a parent and now a grandparent myself, I have lived through the ups, down, stresses, strains, opprotunties and joys that come with raising kids in today's world. Recently, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory regarding the troubling state of the mental health and well-being of parents. Because youth workers are strategically positioned to come alongside, encourage, and ministry to parents in today's world, we need to pay attention to this advisory, and look for ways to proactively minister to the parents in our churches and communities. Stick with us for my roundtable conversation with youth workers about the advisory and our response, on this episode of Youth Culture Matters.

In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Nathan Maynard to explore restorative practices that truly change the way we approach student behavior. Nathan dives into the importance of restoration within the behavior process, emphasizing how forgiveness plays a crucial role in helping students learn and grow from their actions. We also discuss practical mindfulness techniques that can empower school staff to stay balanced and resilient in challenging situations. Plus, Nathan shares insights into the High Five application, a powerful tool designed to support schools and educators in creating a positive, connected environment. This conversation is packed with actionable strategies to build a more compassionate and effective school culture. About Nathan Maynard: When Nathan was younger, he struggled in school. He was diagnosed with ODD and ADHD combined with a high amount of trauma. Nathan was motivated by fitting in and pursued that by associating with paths to criminality as a kid. These lived experiences later helped Nathan become a successful youth worker, teacher, and school administrator for over 11 years. Nathan was nominated and won "Youth Worker of the Year" in Indiana voted by the youth he worked with in the juvenile justice system across the county he lived after being a youth worker for 7 years This work led him then to teach and later become an administrator in two cutting-edge charter networks. At Goodwill's Excel Center, he helped students become college-and-career ready with work-based education and skill development. At Purdue's Polytechnic High School, he was the Dean of Culture and helped found the first high school. Nathan is now the global thought leader in discipline. With a bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from Purdue University, he combined hard lived experience with research to understand how trauma impacts students, learning environments, and brain development. These experiences inspired him to co-write the best-selling book "Hacking School Discipline," which has been recognized internationally as a best-seller in 23 countries and used in over 400 universities. ​He  is currently the CEO and Founder of Highfive​ to create connected school communities and reduce recidivism in negative classroom behaviors with reimagining discipline practices internationally.​ Additionally, Highfive has recently been awarded as EdTech Week's #1 Most Innovative K-12 Ed Tech. Follow Nathan Maynard: Website: https://www.highfive.school/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highfive.k12/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-maynard-6849827a/  – SMORE Newsletters I'm thrilled to announce the newest title sponsor of the Aspire to Lead podcast is Smore!

Families and young people paying paramilitary and crime gangs not to shoot them - youth worker sets out the shocking reality.

In this episode, we talk about life, ministry, and how we can be more effective. Zac talks about a number of great areas of ministry. You are not going to want to miss out on this and the many things that Lifeway has to offer, including Youth Ministry Booster. Check out him and Chad Higgins on their podcast. 

On this episode of Queering The Air, Sasja Sÿdek was joined by the TRANSFABULOUS activist, Ashley Yadav Thapa.Originally from Nepal, Ashley Yadav Thapa immigrated to Australia in 2019 on a student visa to pursue her Master's Degree in Social Work, which she completed in 2021 but graduated in 2023. This graduation was particularly special for her as she was able to have her parents present for the ceremony. Ashley is passionate about sharing queer content and advocating for trans and LGBTQIA+ issues through her writing and storytelling on social media, drawing on her own lived experiences. She frequently shares her daily life as a Transwoman of color on her Instagram Stories, reels, and posts. Currently, Ashley works as a Youth Worker at HOPE Street Organisation, focusing on assisting young people in their transition to independent living. Additionally, she is developing at Rainbow Project to create a safe, inclusive space for trans and queer youth. In her free time, Ashley enjoys attending cultural events and festivals, traveling, and spending time in nature. She They Writes - https://linktr.ee/shetheywrites?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=f174b705-00d5-47f5-b4e7-0a1ca7e6f23c

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BGC Cape Breton, the Whitney Pier youth club, is struggling to find qualified people to staff the centre.

Send us a textAre you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check outGrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***  While this might be a problem that seems insurmountable in your first couple of years in youth ministry, it doesn't mean that long term youth pastors are immune to it's affects.  In this episode, we discuss why many youth pastors quit within their first two years and how you can navigate even the toughest seasons with a more positive outlook.  Student ministry can be tough, but it doesn't mean you have to do it alone!We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com!If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach=======You may also enjoy these episodes:(#011) How to Recruit the RIGHT Volunteers for Your Youth Ministry(#093) Youth Pastor Self-Care: Making Time For Yourself & Avoiding Burnout=======

In this episode, I talk about the five things that seem to happen to produce my most productive days. Read the post! Also, Youth Workers, join us for The Well this fall! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timprice/support

The cannabis market in Ireland is the ‘wild west' for synthetic versions of the drug in circulation, according to the FSI. How can this be combatted? Pat discusses this and more with Eddie D'Arcy, Youth Workers against Prohibition.

Today, I want to mention a youth culture trend that is not only shaping the lives of children and teens, but adults as well. Specifically, I've seen this trend take root and grow among many who lead and guide kids, and who should know better. I'm talking about youth pastors. Just as our kids are pushed to promote themselves and pursue fame and a following through social media, the same pressure pushes on us. Youthworkers, Jesus spent his life pursuing faithfulness rather than fame. How would things change if we did the same? Are you caving to the pressure to build an online following and recognition? I think our ministries would thrive if we would stop this kind of nonsense. Wouldn't it be freeing if we weren't always worrying about and wasting time developing a following? I'm reminded of the words of my friend and youth ministry veteran Rich Van Pelt, “You take care of the depth of your ministry. Then, let Jesus take care of the breadth of your ministry.”

The August 2024 episode is a bit shorter, but still full of lots of great stuff! Our guest today is Jesse Penna who is the Youth Superintendent of Mid-America Yearly Meeting. Jesse is the last youth superintendent amongst Evangelical Friends, but in a move contrary to being the last one his position was just increased from part-time to full time! Jesse talks a bit about some youth ministry trends and then we discuss the first ever NATIONAL Friends Youth Workers Conference. You can learn more about this event and register by clicking this link: https://efcmaym.org/uncategorized/national-friends-youth-workers-retreat/

Hayes Jones Manning Rader Webster Wells - Seven Minutes of Wisdom for Youth WorkersPolishing the Pulpit 2024 - Branson

65% of Dubliners have witnessed anti-social behaviour in the city centre, while over 90% feel the problem has worsened in the past 10 years.That's according to a new Fianna Fáil survey published this morning.So is Dublin really safe? To discuss, Emmet Oliver is joined by Tony Gallagher, ex Garda inspector, Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for the North Inner City and Declan Keenan, Youth Worker with Just Ask.

This week Chris and Jeremy each share their top three youth ministry books that you should have on your bookshelf. Reading List: Helping the Struggling Adolescent: A Guide to Thirty-six Common Problems for Counselors, Pastors, & Youth Workers - https://a.co/d/0iARNhiL To Know as We Are Known: Education as a Spiritual Journey - https://a.co/d/0fhazwRQ Growing Young: Six Essential Strategies to Help Young People Discover and Love Your Church - https://a.co/d/0c1x133J The Godbearing Life (Revised Edition) - https://a.co/d/05G5iPmG Taking Theology to Youth Ministry - https://a.co/d/03y2hskm Changing the Game for Generation Alpha: Teaching & Raising Young Children in the 21st Century - https://a.co/d/0dDgZh9B BONUS: Innovating for Love: Joining God's Expedition Through Christian Social Innovation - https://a.co/d/0gWQKCkf

June 17, 2024 Season 5 Episode 2Over the past four years, The Passionate Youth Worker podcast has been listened to in 106 different countries. Each of our 107 guests shared their unique stories with humility and grace. In this final episode, we reflect back on what their stories taught us about what it means to be a youth worker. And how their passion for serving our young people motivates and inspires us every day. Please, lend us your ears for this fond farewell!Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the Show.

June 3, 2024 Season 5 Episode 1Khomas region, Namibia: Tuli Kamati has learned to transform challenges into triumphs. She generously shares all of her life lessons to benefit others. And she leads with both a strong heart and a determined mind to bring about social justice for herself and others. Tuli is a passionate advocate for reproductive rights and healthcare equity for women and girls. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page. Support the Show.

May 20, 2024 Season 4 Episode 27Nairobi, Kenya: Cyprine Omollo has a story of overcoming obstacles, persevering, and finding a path to help others through the struggle. She is warm and straightforward in sharing her experiences and the lessons learned. And you'll surely find inspiration in her resilience. She does not give up and will remind you to keep going too. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page. Support the Show.

Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Dive into a transformative episode of the Us People Show with host Savia Rocks as she delves deep into the life and insights of Maria Morgan, a multifaceted social worker, mentor, author, and community advocate. This episode explores Maria's journey from overcoming personal and educational challenges to embracing her purpose and becoming a beacon of change and inspiration. It covers her dedication to social work, the power of knowing your 'why,' and the significance of embracing your identity and past to shape a more inclusive and understanding future, exemplified through Maria's book, 'Embrace Your Why and the Value of It'. Join us as Maria shares profound lessons on resilience, self-acceptance, and the impact of legacy through vulnerability, openness, and genuine connection.00:00 Introduction to Maria Morgan02:10 Maria Morgan's Inspirational Journey02:35 Embracing Identity and Past Influences05:37 The Transformative Power of Knowing Your 'Why'13:08 Maria Morgan's Impact and Legacy27:26 Empowerment and Establishing Boundaries29:26 Challenging Comfort Zones for Growth48:26 Maria Morgan's Vision and Aspirations49:50 Encouraging Words for Future ChangemakersLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-morgan-472557b9/?originalSubdomain=ukWebsite: https://kineara.co.uk/podcast-kineara-director-maria-morgan-speaks-about-her-work-and-vision-for-the-future/“Embracing different cultures is not only a celebration of diversity, but also a recognition of the vast reservoir of knowledge, understanding, and beauty that enriches our world when we open our hearts and minds to the universe of humanity.. ” - Savia RocksSupport the Show.

Support & Join Podcast Community: https://www.patreon.com/thechrisgeisler Sign Up To My Newsletter: https://www.thechrisgeisler.com David Patrick Farrell is a Mens Work Facilitator, Youth Worker - he is inspiring and helping people beyond measure, dedicating his life to working with Men, to get to the root of what holds them back from fully showing up at this time and helping them really connect to purpose... If you are in Ireland or know anyone who is, please check out Men Rising Together - https://www.instagram.com/menrisingtogether/ Humanwork: https://www.humanwork.life/ CONNECT w/ DPF === Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidpatrickfarrell/  Sacred Sons: https://www.instagram.com/sacredsons/ Join PODCAST COMMUNITY === TELEGRAM: https://t.me/thechrisgeislerpodcast LOCALS: https://bit.ly/3JZTPXe Join CHRIS === Online 'Mens Community' - https://bit.ly/3WHLlKU Transformational Gatherings - https://bit.ly/3WDYK6S

May 6, 2024 Season 4 Episode 26Minnesota, United States: Hope Flanagan (Seneca) is Noodinesiikwe (Little Wind Woman) from the turtle clan. She comes from the people of Tonawanda, Seneca Reservation. Her interconnectedness with nature informs her work with young people. She brings a deep respect and authentic style of storytelling as a means of gifting knowledge and wisdom to help others. Her gift is the same for you.Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the Show.

Send me a text! I'd love to know your thiughts and questions.Healthy leadership is about paying attention to what God is up to in the people we're leading.  Our job, then, is not to force people to be something they're not so they can support our own initiatives.  Our job is to take note of how our people are wired and then help them live that out for the sake of God's mission.This is true, by the way, not only for the people we lead; it's true for the leader, too.  In this episode, Tommy Nixon, the CEO of Urban Youth Workers Initiative, does an amazing job unpacking that reality.THIS EPISODE'S HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:Tommy Nixon is CEO of Urban Youth Workers Institute.Tommy Nixon reflects on the importance of embracing individual gifts and the problems of emulating other prominent leaders.Tommy Nixon and Markus Watson reflect on their shared experience of walking the Camino de Santiago.The pressures leaders receive from external stakeholders, such as donors and board members, can be profound.  That's why it is important to develop a deliberate growth strategy.Investing in others is critical, as is the role of conflict and tension in contributing to growth within a team.Tommy Nixon narrates his challenges with wearing multiple hats in leadership roles and calls into question whether individuals are truly multifaceted or should concentrate on their strengths.He advises leaders to have candid conversations with their teams about their abilities and to possibly reconceptualize leadership and teaching methods.Markus Watson shares his insights on the difficulties of transitioning from conventional leadership expectations to a model that involves spiritual formation and surrender.Tommy Nixon speaks on the need for leaders to engage in self-exploration and the advantages it brings, mentioning the use of introspection to seek divine direction and share vulnerabilities to promote a mutual understanding.Nixon shares his own journey of inner healing and self-acceptance through God's love that he has been on since high school.Tommy Nixon has come to embrace a significant truth over two decades, which has revolutionized his approach to leadership and handling disappointments.Markus Watson opens up about being triggered by a comment from a parishioner and the value of introspection and apologizing for his response.The conversation shifts to the idea of leading by allowing people to be themselves and trusting God to work in their midst.Nixon underscores the concept that understanding and joining God's plan is crucial, even when faced with leading a smaller church in the post-pandemic era.Tommy Nixon concludes by advocating for a paradigm shift in Christian leadership, encouraging a more people-centered approach and institutional change within the church and related nonprofits.RELEVANT RESOURCES AND LINKS:Tommy NixonUrban Youth Workers InstituteThe Radical Middle Podcast The Future is Here PodcastRelated episodes:The Beatitudes and Spiritual Leadership, with Mark ScandretteYou Can't Be Found if You're Never Lost, with Steve CarteDid you know Spiritual Life and Leadership has been named the #1 Spiritual Leadership Podcast by the Feedspot Podcasters Database? Check it out HERE!

In this workshop from Rooted 2023, 29-year veteran youth leader Danny Kwon shares both the why and the how of involving student leaders in youth ministries. Emphasizing the Rooted pillar of relational discipleship, Kwon outlines a process for developing a student leader team in your ministry. Kwon now serves as the Senior Director of Youth Ministry Content and Cross-Cultural Connections at Rooted."Student leadership is helping students to understand the gospel by serving alongside other student leaders and helping them develop maturity."Resources:Student Leadership Training Manual for Youth Workers by Dennis "Tiger" McLuenHelp! I'm a Student Leader: Practical Ideas and Guidance on Leadership by Doug FieldsA Youth Worker's Field Guide to Parents: Understanding Parents of Teenagers by Danny KwonMission Tripping: A Comprehensive Guide to Youth Ministry Missions by Danny Kwon Join us at the next Rooted Ministry Conference! Find the details at www.rootedministry.com/conference. Follow @therootedministry on Instagram.

April 22, 2024 Season 4 Episode 25Minnesota, United States: Ashley Daniels had a very difficult childhood, growing up with an alcoholic parent, dealing with countless challenges of her undiagnosed autistic ADHD, followed by a number of mental illnesses. That resulted in her being bullied and abused, unable to understand what made her so different. But, since learning about her diagnoses, she has become a vocal champion for the rights of neurodivergent individuals and an advocate against ableism in our systems. Please listen to her story and learn from her powerful advice for youth workers.Content warning: This episode includes a candid conversation about a suicide attempt which may be difficult for some people to hear. If you or someone you know is having thoughts about suicide, call your local crisis lifeline for help. In the United States, the number is 988. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

Have you ever equated the success of your youth ministry with the number of seats filled? Or have you ever looked at a larger youth ministry and quietly judged them in your heart...possibly without even knowing the whole truth?  Join us as we take a look at leadership within small youth ministries, and reveal why chasing after a packed room might be a misguided goal. Despite what you might think, this episode isn't just about numbers; it's about taking pause to look at your leadership and see if you are making any of these mistakes with your youth group.  While this conversation is geared towards those with smaller student ministries, the insights are applicable for anyone at the helm of a youth group, big or small.Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check outGrowYourYouthMinistry.com *****=======We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com!If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach=======You may also enjoy these episodes:(#107) The 7 Essential Tips to GROW Your YOUTH MINISTRY!=======

Having fun with students is hard work... Gettting students to laugh along with you and/or making them smile is even harder! Why does it matter? When you get students to laugh or smile it raises their IQ levels... no joke! According a study, it makes a person 31% smarter.  When you make someone smarter, they feel better about themselves... and about you. That's why you hear most public communicators tell a joke or a funny story. They are engaging the crowd. They are winning the crowd over.  Youth Workers have to win the crowd over every time they meet with students. It's not a one time thing... it's an every time thing. The Apostle Paul said that, “Though I am free and belong to no one, I have made myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible… I have become all things to all people, so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessing.” - 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 NIV We laugh with them and engage with them, so that they might hear what we need them to hear!   Here are a few fun and engaging games (provided by the Ministry Coach Podcast): www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach _______________________________ 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

A lot of paid youth and children's work in our churches is short-term. We see youth workers and children's workers as a stepping stone to 'bigger and better things'! How can we reclaim the value of this ministry in its own right and invest to train and deploy life-long workers in this area? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Trev Pearce (Senior Minister (Children and Youth), All Souls Langham Place, London) to talk about youth and children's ministry and how church leaders can value those who serve young people in the church. You can watch a video of this episode and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website. About In:Dependence: In:Dependence is FIEC's official podcast, where you'll hear teaching and resources for church leaders from the FIEC Ministry Team and guests from FIEC churches and partners. About FIEC: We are ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellowship of Independent churches⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Follow FIEC on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X

April 8, 2024, Year Season 4 Episode 24Normandy, France: Michael Dawson chose to leave a lucrative career in sales to pour himself into paying forward the gift of support he had received from caring adults at a time of turmoil in his life. Now an author, podcast host, and creator of youth work training resources, he knows he wouldn't be who he is today without the experiences of his past. And he uses all those lessons to help others now. You can learn more about Michael's work by visiting The Action Factory.Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

Summer is coming, and with it, the usual youth ministry challenges—inconsistent attendance and scarce volunteers. However, we're here to tell you that keeping your youth group thriving through these warm months is not only possible but vital. In this episode, we have 5 things that youth pastors need to do this summer in their student ministry to be a lifeline for building momentum, deepening relationships, and fostering discipleship.  Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check outGrowYourYouthMinistry.com *****=======We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com!If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach=======You may also enjoy these episodes:(#108) Summertime Event Ideas for Youth Ministry(#098) Get More Sign Ups for Your Youth Ministry Summer Camp(#053) How to Plan a Low Cost Summer Camp for Youth Ministry(#043) DIY Church Camp Planning - Youth Ministry Summer Camp Checklist=======

Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at youthworker.community/coalition   Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing jeremy@youthworker.community   Takeaways Youth workers have the power to shape the future of their students by speaking truth and providing a vision for their lives. Youth workers should see themselves as conduits of truth, communicating the messages of Jesus and helping students discover their unique gifts and potential. There is a hesitation among youth workers to exercise their influence due to fear of getting it wrong or pushing students away, but the void is then filled by other voices. Prayer and seeking God's vision are essential for youth workers to effectively guide and mentor their students. Asking the right questions can help youth workers uncover the potential and purpose in their students' lives. Youth workers have the opportunity to make an eternal difference in the lives of young people and should embrace their role as shepherds and guides.   Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Framing the Question 00:57 The Role of Youth Workers in Shaping the Future 04:04 Being Conduits of Truth 08:38 Speaking Truth and Calling Out Students 11:08 Asking the Right Questions 13:49 Prayer for Volunteer Youth Workers

March 25, 2024 Season 4 Episode 23Idaho, United States: Cailee Fitzgerald grew up in an unstable environment. Her parents abused drugs, engaged in illegal activities, and spent time in prison. She was determined not to follow in their footsteps. She persevered against unbelievable odds. Cailee credits a high school basketball coach who cared about her and could see her potential. That was all the encouragement she needed to dream big for herself. Sheer determination and a passion for giving back make her the youth worker she is today. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

Partnering with parents is an essential part of biblical youth ministry. But "family ministry" can sometimes assume a certain type of family - namely, mom and dad with kids living independently. But 1/3 of kids in America today are living in a single-parent household. In this episode, we'll hear from Anna Meade Harris about her new book, "God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well."  Discussion Includes: Could you share about your own family experience and how that led to your new book? What are the different reasons for single parent households and how does that affect the way they engage with the church?  Your book reads, “thirty percent of families in the US are led by a single parent. Nearly nineteen million children have one parent in the home. Although roughly thirty verses in the Bible declare how God wants his church to treat widows and the fatherless, by and large the church does not know what to do with families like mine.” (p.15) Why do you think that's the case, and what's that mean for youth workers who are listening to this conversation?  Here's another quote that really hits home, “Although the majority of custodial single parents are moms, single parenting is not a women's issue, it's a family of God issue.” (p22) Could you share a few examples of what it looks like for a church to come together and be the family of God?   What recommendations do you have for ministry to teenagers of single-parent households?  Are there any good resources you'd recommend on ministry to single parent families?  Anna Meade Harris is the Senior Director of Content for the Rooted Ministry and the mom of three adult sons. God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well, releasing March 2024 through Zondervan.  Recommendations Mike McGarry, Lead Them to Jesus: A Handbook for Youth Workers (ch.37, “Supporting Single-Parent Families”)  Blaire Linne, Finding My Father: How the Gospel Heals the Pain of Fatherlessness Henri Nouwen, The Wounded Healer  Claressa Moll, Beyond the Darkness: A Gentle Guide for Living with Grief and Thriving after Loss DivorceCare Ministry  Join YPT's Facebook group: @youththeologian (make sure you answer the membership questions) Follow YPT on Twitter: @youththeologian Follow YPT on Instagram: @youththeologian YPT's ebook, Youth Ministry is Theological Ministry, is a free download for subscribers. This book captures the essence of Youth Pastor Theologian in one ten-chapter book, written by six different contributors from across America, Mexico, and the UK.  Note: some of the links above feature Amazon Affiliate links, which bring a small financial benefit to YPT. We use these credits to develop the free resources you enjoy. Thank you for your support.

March 11, 2024 Season 4 Episode 22Bulawayo, Zimbabwe: Rumbidzai Chitsa grew up in a ghetto in Zimbabwe. But the possibilities she saw for herself opened up through the experience of an uncle who had become a doctor. She started on the same path, studying science. But, following her heart, she chose a different path. She now gives back to help others growing up in similar circumstances to pursue bigger dreams for themselves as well. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

February 26, 2024 Season 4 Episode 21Minnesota, United States: Katie Shatusky's life was deeply impacted when her beloved grandfather died by suicide in 2010. She has struggled with mental health challenges, discovered her corporate work life was not fulfilling in a meaningful way, and transformed the tragedy of her grandfather's death to turn her pain into purpose. She launched a nonprofit called Thumbs Up and does whatever she can to connect with and make a difference for young people in her community. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

It was back in January of 2007 that Apple CEO Steve Jobs spoke prophetic words to the attendees at the Macworld Conference. Jobs famously said, “Every once in a while, a revolutionary product comes along that changes everything.” He was talking about the smartphone, a device that has changed just about everything. Stick with us as we have a youth worker roundtable conversation about the latest findings on teens, tech, and social media, on this episode of Youth Culture Matters.We begin the podcast with a fun discussion about music. Then CPYU Research Fellows and Youth Workers, Jason Engle, Kerry Trunfio, Tim McAlpine, and new CPYU staff John Barry, talk about the U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health. We take a look at some of the data it points to, as well as practical ways the insights can impact our ministries. We also look at a few trends and news stories from the world of teens and technology and discuss how to approach the issues biblically.

February 12, 2024 Season 4 Episode 20Minnesota, United States: Rosalind Loggin has endured more trials and tribulations in her life than many people could bear. But she finds a way to triumph over them. Her faith is her foundation and she feels called through her troubles to serve even the most challenging young people. She's real, she's determined, and she's just what they need to turn their own troubles around. Content warning: Some of the topics discussed may be difficult for some of you to hear. So, please take care of yourself.Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

Every youth pastor knows they should prioritize partnering with parents, but it's really hard to do for a variety of reasons. This is especially true for younger youth pastors. Let's talk about what partnering with parents looks like and how you can get started.  What are some biblical reasons partnering with parents is more than important… it is absolutely necessary.  What are some reasons you've seen or heard that make it difficult for youth workers to meaningfully partner with parents?  What are some questions youth workers should be asking themselves to honestly evaluate their ministry to parents? How can these new or young youth leaders partner with parents?  Anna Meade Harris is the Senior Director of Content for the Rooted Ministry and the mom of three adult sons. God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well, releasing March 2024 through Zondervan.  Join YPT's Facebook group: @youththeologian (make sure you answer the membership questions) Follow YPT on Twitter: @youththeologian Follow YPT on Instagram: @youththeologian YPT has published an ebook that's a free download for subscribers! Youth Ministry is Theological Ministry captures the essence of Youth Pastor Theologian in one ten-chapter book, written by six different contributors from across America, Mexico, and the UK. 

January 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 19Portland, Jamaica: Todd Haslam's young life started out well. His father was his hero who loved and cared for him. But when his father suddenly left, everything was upended. His life became very rough. But he sees it all as a blessing. He had people around him who helped him stay grounded and become well-rounded. Both the good and the bad brought him to see his heart of goodness and compassion. In that, he found his passion for youth work. Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

In this first episode of the new mini-season of the RYMP, husband and wife Danny and Monica Kwon talk about various aspects of youth ministry and the issue of mental health in the lives of teenagers. This was recorded at their Rooted 2023 Conference workshop. Before joining Rooted, Danny was the youth and family pastor at his church for 29 years. Monica is both a Christian counselor and licensed psychologist (PhD) who has treated mental health issues of teenagers and their families in both a clinical setting, and in serving along Danny in youth ministry. In this new mini-series season on youth ministry and mental health, Danny and Monica hope to help the church, youth workers, and parents as they minister to teenagers in some of their mental health challenges. Various other guests will be appearing in this new mini-season. Listen to more episodes of the Rooted Youth Ministry Podcast.Rooted Youth Ministry Archives - Rooted MinistryFollow @therootedministry on Instagram!

January 16, 2024 Season 4 Episode 18New Mexico, United States: Helen Cheromiah was raised by a teenaged mom, grew up in poverty, and struggled to find her people and her right path. Still, she knows every experience went into making her the person she is today. And that person is someone who is guiding and positively impacting the lives of young people who need the same kind of help she needed as a child. Her story is relatable and refreshing.Accessibility Options: Watch the unedited video interview with subtitles or read the edited podcast transcript by visiting this podcast's web page.Support the show

Without the youth we have no future. That's why it's important that we nurture them with much love and cover them in prayer. Our youth deal with many challenges today. Are you equipped to minister to them in a effective way? I hope after the episode you will be. Please join me and Minister Calvin Preston as we have  a very thought provoking discussion about the youth ministry and ways to help combat their struggles (depression , peer pressure, fear/anxiety and more). I'm confident that this will empower you!Related Episodes:Embracing Christian Hip-Hop in the Ministry A "different" kind of Different ABOUT THE GUEST:Minister Calvin Preston was born and raised in North Carolina. His dedication to education let him to purse a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Chowan University, where he also double-minored in Chemistry and Religion. Minister Calvin's entrepreneurial spirit led him to start his own pest and wildlife management firm, providing a valuable service to his community. He currently serves  at his church as youth minister, usher, mission worker and leader of young men's auxiliaries. Minister Preston is a devoted husband and father of four, who finds joy in making a positive impact on his community. You can follow Minister Calvin Here OR  HereLet's Connect!Check out our website HERE We appreciate your support ❤️Subscribe & follow us on ➡️ social mediaSupport the show