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Another Youth Ministry Podcast

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Welcome! Another Youth Ministry Podcast is a ministry of the Board of Youth and Young Adults of the Bible Fellowship Church. We strive to refocus, recapture, and realign student ministry with a grace-filled and gospel-focused vision. Check us out on IG (@anotherympodcast) or email us ([email protected])

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Episodes

Episode 83: Ministering to the Opposite Sex (EP17)

May 16, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

16 May 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 83: Ministering to the Opposite Sex (EP17) Re-Airing: In this very special episode, Chris and Jared are joined by a special guest co-host to have a conversation about the challenges and opportunities to minister to students of the opposite sex. This is an open and honest conversation about how to set boundaries, but also balance the pendulum well and not to shy away from students. Connect with Us: IG: @anotherympodcast Email: AnotherYMPodcast@...

Episode 82: On-Boarding Volunteers Part 2

April 11, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

11 April 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Ep 82 - On-Boarding Volunteers Part 2  In this episode we continue our conversation on the "ideal" way to onboard volunteers. Before they Start... Background Checks Mentor pairing Attend Leaders Meeting Group pairing Their First Night... GREET THEM! Introduce students to them Check in on them Connect with Us: IG: @anotherympodcast Email: [email protected]

Episode 81: On-Boarding New Volunteers

April 04, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

4 April 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 81 - On-Boarding New Volunteers In this episode, we begin to lay the groundwork for bringing new volunteers into your ministry. Have you found someone who is willing and interested in serving in your Youth Ministry? Great! How you begin to integrate them into your leadership team is important and should be handled with patience and prayer. We understand every situation is different, but we believe the principles we discuss are very important e...

Episode 80 - Resourcing Your Students for Prayer

March 14, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

14 March 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 80 - Resourcing Your Students for Prayer Prayer starts with you. Begin or strengthen your prayer life and allow it to overflow into your ministry and relationships with students. We've included a list and links to the books and resources we mentioned in the episode. If you'd like to connect with Dan Williams, you can find him on twitter (@danwilliams79) or email him ([email protected]). Resources: Transforming Prayer by Daniel Henderso...

Episode 79 - The Importance of Prayer in Student Ministry

March 07, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

7 March 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 79 - The Importance of Prayer in Student Ministry In this episode, we continue our discussion with Dan Williams as we discuss the importance of prayer in student ministry. Dan shares some of the ways he has incorporated prayer into the ministry of his church, meanwhile integrating different generations together.  We discuss various prayer models we have found helpful in the past in guiding teens in prayer.  Connect with Us: IG - @anotherympodc...

Episode 78 - The Importance of Prayer

February 28, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

28 February 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 78 - The Importance of Prayer In this episode, we are joined by Dan Williams from Trinity BFC in Blandon. Dan is on the Prayer Committee of the Bible Fellowship Church and has been on a personal prayer journey. Dan shares some of his journey in understanding prayer and realizing the desperate need for prayer in our own lives. Connect with Us: IG: @anotherympodcast Email: [email protected]

Episode 77 - Ministry Expectations: An Interview with a Youth Pastor Six Months In Ministry

February 21, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

21 February 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 77 - Ministry Expectations: An Interview with a Youth Pastor Six Months in Ministry In this episode, we sit down with Josh Von Holt and discuss what his expectations were going into full-time ministry compared to how things have gone so far, six months in. Connect with Us: Email: [email protected] IG: @anotherympodcast Leave a review! 

Episode 76 - Did You Kiss Dating Goodbye?

February 14, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

14 February 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 76 - Did You Kiss Dating Goodbye?  In this episode, we talk about dating. How do you address it in your youth ministry and how do you disciple teenagers who are or want to be dating.  Connect: IG: @anotherympodcast Email: [email protected]

Episode 75 - Internships: What's the Deal?

February 07, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

7 February 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP75: Internships: What's the Deal? In this episode we seek to answer some of the questions that might be holding you back from starting an internship program. We've included a link to Chris's Internship Program at Cedar Crest BFC as a guide and reference material. Connect with Us: IG: @anotherympodcast E-mail: [email protected] Youtube

Episode 74: The Value of Internships: Side B

January 24, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

24 January 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 74: The Value of Internships:  Side B In this episode Chris shares about his internships and the path God led him  in preparing for ministry. The Song: Counting Crows by Big Yellow Taxi, ft. Vanessa Carlton Connect: Email: [email protected] IG: @anotherympodcast Review the Podcast

Episode 73: The Value of Internships: Side A

January 17, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

17 January 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 73: The Value of Internships: Side A In this episode, Tim shares his experience with internships, starting with his first internship at the church he currently serves at. Connect: Email: [email protected] IG: @anotherympodcast Review the Podcast

Episode 72 - “You’re the Worst Youth Pastor Ever, Now What?”

January 10, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

10 January 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 72: "You're the Worst Youth Pastor Ever, Now What?"  In this episode, we address the criticism we receive and look at true, Biblical responses to criticism, how NOT to handle it, and how to respond at the moment (SPOILER: DON'T).

Episode 71: "You're the Worst Youth Pastor Ever!"

January 03, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

3 January 2022 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 71: "You're the Worst Youth Pastor Ever!" Criticism, we all face it, we all give it. In this episode we share some of the most common criticisms we've received and discuss the differences and similarities of criticism youth pastors receive compared to senior pastors. **Next week we'll talk about how to handle criticism**

Episode 70: Point Person...Are You Ready?

December 27, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

27 December 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 70: Point Person...Are You Ready?  Serving in youth ministry? Desiring to be the point person? Are you ready? Consider the time commitment?  Resources: Giving up gimmicks - Brian Cosby Biblical Theology of Youth Ministry - Mike McGarry Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry - Editor Cameron Cole Rooted Youth Ministry - resource/blogs/etc.  TGC.org 

Episode 69: Fostering a Missions Mindset Pt 2 (w/ Alex Hartranft)

November 15, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

15 November 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 69: Fostering a Missions Mindset Pt 2 (w/ Alex) In this episode, we get into the more practical side of implementing a missions mindset in your youth ministry. Alex shares various resources, linked below, to help you get started. Prayerfully this will be a cultural shift in your ministry and among the church body at large. 

Episode 68: Fostering a Missions Mindset Pt 1 (w/ Alex Hartranft)

November 08, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

8 November 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 68: Fostering a Missions Mindset w/ Alex  In this episode, we talk with Alex about his desire to be a missionary. Alex shares how God moved in his heart and some of the joys and fears he is facing as he prepares to go to Africa next year. This is part one of a two-part series talking about missions in youth ministry.

Episode 67: The Art of Adaptability

November 01, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

1 November 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 67: Adaptability: When to Make the Change New Intro...You Like?  In this episode, we discuss the other side of the coin of change, last week we discussed flexibility, this week adaptability - long-term change in response to ongoing circumstantial change (i.e. environment, students, schedules, patterns, etc.) Connect with Us: Email: [email protected] IG: @anotherympodcast

Episode 66: The Necessity to be Flexible

October 25, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

25 October 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 66: The Necessity to be Flexible In this episode, we talk about being flexible and even look at Paul's experience before the Macedonian Call, on what it must have felt like to be flexible at that moment. 

Episode 66: The Necessity to be Flexible

October 25, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

25 October 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 66: The Necessity to be Flexible In this episode, we talk about being flexible and even look at Paul's experience before the Macedonian Call, on what it must have felt like to be flexible at that moment. 

Episode 65: When a Student Moves Away

October 04, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

03 October 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 65: When A Student Moves Away If you've been in ministry for any amount of time, you've had a student move away for various reasons...military family, missionary field, new jobs, relocation, etc.  How do you effectively minister to those students as they prepare to leave your care? We tackle that in this episode! 

Episode 64: PREACHING the Sermon...For Students

September 27, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

27 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 64: Preaching Your Sermon...to Students In this episode we handle the second part of preparing your sermon for teens, PREACHING! Do you preach to your students, whether it looks exactly the same as a Sunday Morning, how we present the material we've studied the past week is important.  We handle: - Paper vs. Ditigal - Handouts & Slides - Timing - Practice (WE'RE TALKING ABOUT PRACTICE)

Episode 63: PREPARING Your Sermon....For Students

September 20, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

20 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast In this epsiode, the guys discuss some small talk, Chris discovers the Milk Crate Challenge, and the finer points of sermon prep for youth ministry. -Observe -Interpret -Apply Resource  Mentioned: Into The Word with Paul Carter - podcast Connect with Us: IG: @anotherympodcast Email: [email protected]

Episode 62: Parental Interaction (Part II)

September 13, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

13 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 62 - Parental Interaction Pt 2 In this episode, we finish off the list of parents by sharing our experiences and insights. Interacting with parents can be scary, especially for a young youth pastor. However, it doesn't have to be a horror movie or a battle. Just like us they need grace and love and understanding. 

Episode 62: Parental Interaction (Part II)

September 13, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

13 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 62 - Parental Interaction Pt 2 In this episode, we finish off the list of parents by sharing our experiences and insights. Interacting with parents can be scary, especially for a young youth pastor. However, it doesn't have to be a horror movie or a battle. Just like us they need grace and love and understanding. 

Episode 61: Parental Interaction (Part 1)

September 09, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

9 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 61: Parental Interaction (part one) In this episode we bring Tim in digitally to help discuss different ways and interactions with parents/guardians. We reflect on situations where we interacted with the different types of parents highlighted in our previous episode.  We get halfway through the list in this episode, which we finish in our next episode.  We'd love to hear your feedback.  Connect with us on Instagram (@anotherympodcast) or e...

Episode 60: Parents Come In All Shapes and Sizes

September 06, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

06 September 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 60: Parents Come In All Shapes and Sizes In this episode: Chris and Jared have a difficult time getting used to Tim's absence, shout out to Jarrod and Bekah, lots of bad segue's, and we discuss the variety of parental styles one might face in student ministry.  **Please do not be offended by the Parental Style Names**  If you are offended, please direct all complaints to Tim Hogan. 

Episode 59: Is Your Ministry Bible Literate?

August 19, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MB

19 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 59: Is Your Ministry Bible Literate? In this episode, we discuss the importance of Bible literacy. Does your youth ministry focus on and emphasize the importance of reading the Bible, looking up Bible passages, and equipping families to read the Bible together?  We'd love to hear how you promote Bible literacy in your group! Email us at [email protected].

Episode 58: The Short on World Religions

August 16, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

16 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 58: The Short on World Religions In this episode, we discuss the importance of preparing your teens to handle and discuss world religions. Let's face it, they are being bombarded by these worldviews from professors, friends, celebrities, and influencers. Are they prepared to stand on the truth? We'd love to hear your insights and perspective on teaching worldviews and religions to your teens. Email us at [email protected].

Episode 57: Youth Ministry v. The Church

August 12, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

12 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 57: Youth Ministry v. The Church In this episode, we discuss some frustrations and concerns with how YM is run in comparison and sometimes separation from the larger body.  What are some of your concerns/frustrations? We'd love to hear them - [email protected]

Episode 56: Some Objections to Particular Atonement

August 09, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

09 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 54: Some Objections to Particular Atonement **Credit: Dr. James Anderson - Reformed Theological Seminary for several objections** Objection 1: “John 1:29 and 3:16 make it clear that Jesus died for the whole world.” Objection 1a: “1 John 2:2 says that Jesus atoned for the sins of the whole world.” Objection 2: “1 Timothy 2:6 states that Jesus gave himself as a ransom for all.” Objection 3: “1 Timothy 4:10 says that God is the Savior of all...

Episode 55: A Biblical Proof of Particular Atonement

August 05, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

5 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast 55: A Biblical Proof of Particular Atonement Outline: Scripture refers to those for whom Christ died The Role of High Priest: Atones for and Prays for God’s People Christ’s death was a REDEMPTION - a price paid for a reward

Episode 54: Are You Limiting My Atonement?

August 02, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

2 August 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast  54 - Are You Limiting My Atonement? We're Back! After an unannounced month off, we are back in the podcasting saddle and tackling a heavy theological topic - Limited (or Particular) Atonement Define Limited Atonement - “The Reformed position is that Christ died for the purpose of actually and certainly saving the elect, and the elect only.” - Louis Berkhof What is Definitive Atonement Not?

Episode 53 - Looking for a Good Leader

July 01, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.88 MB

1 July 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast 53 - Looking for a Good Leader In this episode, the guys discuss the qualifications of a good youth leader. Outline: Integrity Biblical worldview Servants hearts Practically able

Episode 52 - The Journey of Post-Grad Studies

June 28, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

28 June 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 52 - The Journey of Post-Grad Studies In this episode, we talk to Chris about his journey working on his master's degree. From starting and stopping to finding the right seminary and then balancing it all with family and ministry responsibilities.

Episode 51: Family of 4 and Ministry

June 24, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

24 June 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 51: A Family of 4 and Ministry In this episode, we pick up the conversation with Jared and talk about the challenges and blessings of having a family of 4 in ministry. We continue to pick up on the theme of balance and wisdom in when to say no and when to make adjustments to protect your family. 

Episode 50: A Celebration & Reflections on Transitioning

June 21, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

14 June 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 50: A Celebration & Reflections on Transitioning For our 50th episode, we announce the winner of the giveaway, welcome Tim back to the podcast, and talk to Tim about what he has been learning this past year in the midst of transitioning to a new role in the church. 

Episode 49 - Time to Say Goodbye...

June 07, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

07 June 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast 49 - Time to Say Goodbye... No, we are not going anywhere. We haven't hit 50 episodes yet!  This episode is about why, when, and how to say goodbye to ministries in your church or organization. It's important to be changing and not cling to old programs just because someone's (including yours) great-great-grandfathers started them.  It is equally important to do this in a loving, humble, and sincere way.  That's what we talk about today in our epi...

Episode 48 - The Importance of Training Leaders

May 24, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

24 May 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast The Importance of Training Leaders Resources: Rooted Ministry D3 - Youth Conference Outline: The Importance of Leader Training How to Do Leader Training RECRUITING CONVERSATION Modeling  Teaching Conversations Youth Conferences that also have youth leader equipping Books Resource Page

47 - Finding A Youth Ministry Position

May 10, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

10 May 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast  47 - Finding A Ministry Position  Outline:  - Pray - Craft a Ministry Resume - Research Church - Contact Church - Be Open-Minded, But Convicted - Pray

Episode 47 - Finding A Youth Ministry Position

May 10, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

10 May 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast  47 - Finding A Ministry Position  Outline:  - Pray - Craft a Ministry Resume - Research Church - Contact Church - Be Open-Minded, But Convicted - Pray

Episode 46 - My Covid Story

April 26, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MB

26 April 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast **1 Year**** This is what you get when you have COVID and none of the other guys are around to record an episode. My God bless you with my story of COVID.  - Jared

Episode 45 - Out with the Old Guy, In with the New Guy

April 12, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

12 April 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 45 - Out with the Old Guy, In with the New Guy In this episode, we focus on Tim's transition out of the youth ministry role and specifically the challenges and joys of working in the same church as your replacement. Guest Jacob Dearmon is back with us to harass and keep Tim on his toes.  Connect with Us: Email: [email protected] IG: @antherympodcast Web: anotheryouthministrypodcast.com

Episode 44 - Confessions of a New Youth Pastor

March 29, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

March 29th, 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast EP 44 - Confessions of a New Youth Pastor On this saucy episode, the guys welcome guest Jacob Dearman, the new youth pastor at Tim's church. Jacob shares the challenges of pursuing, interviewing, moving, and starting a new youth pastor position amidst a global pandemic.  This is a Part 1 of 2 series - tune in in two weeks to hear more of Tim's side of the story.  Listen to the very end to hear a fun soundbite. It might be worth it, you be the...

Episode 43 - The Youth Pastor's Pandemic

March 15, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MB

March 15th, 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 43: The Youth Pastor's Pandemic In this week's episode, the guys share some of the struggles and frustrations they felt during this past year in a pandemic. The goal of this episode is to be encouraging to you, you may share in some of these frustrations, you are not alone. 

Episode 42 - Discipling Your Students

March 01, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

March 1, 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 42 - Discipling Your Students In this week's episode they guys sit down to share their experience and hearts for teen discipleship. Do you ever feel over programmed in your ministry? Are programs eating up all of your valuable time, planning, executing, evaluating? Maybe it's time to take a different approach to ministry! Episode Outline: Thinking Outside of Your “Program” - Importance of Youth Discipleship/Mentoring - Strategies for bri...

Episode 41: Balancing Ministry & The Person

February 15, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

February 15th, 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast 41: Balancing Ministry & The Person Summary: Finding a Balance in life can be challenging, serving in ministry requires a lot of your time and energy. Much of your energy needs to be guarded for yourself and family. In this episode, the guys talk about how they fought. to find balance in their lives and ministries. - Personal Time - Family Time - Social Time - Ministry Time - Balance Time Resources: Carry App Twelve App Connect with Us...

Episode 40 - Special Announcement & The Importance of Self-Care

February 08, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.16 MB

8 February 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast Special Announcement & The Importance of Self-Care Jared flys solo in this week's episode as he shares some changes coming to the podcast: - Release Schedule - NEW website (anotheryouthministrypodcast.com) - Send us your recommendations on topics Self-Care: - Looking out for your well-being - Woodworking and Scrapbooking as ideas - Connect with your Creator Connect with Us: Email: [email protected] IG: @anotherympodcast Web: anothery...

Episode 39 - Theology & Youth Ministry: Assurance of Faith

February 01, 2021 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

February 1, 2021 Another Youth Ministry Podcast #39 - Theology and Youth Ministry: Assurance of Faith How can we know we are saved? This episode follows up our previous episode, giving hope to those who might feel discouraged from their depravity. This episode serves as a preview for an upcoming one-day youth conference on this very topic. For more information about the conference reach out to us. Guest: Lincoln Fitch To Register your group or individually follow this link: https://forms.gl...

Episode 38 - Theology & Youth Ministry: Depravity & Corruption

January 25, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

January 25, 2021  Another Youth Ministry Podcast #38 - Theology and Youth Ministry: Depravity & Corruption Why are the doctrines of depravity and corruption so important to how and why we minister to students? How do you view your students? How do they view themselves? These doctrines can seem dark and discouraging, but viewing them correctly can also be liberating.  Guest: Lincoln Fitch Key Topics What is the Doctrine of Depravity/Corruption? How does this apply to our lives? Implicati...

Bonus Content: Sarah Sullivan | Porn, People, and Testimonies

January 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

In this bonus content episode, we have the privilege of sharing a presentation given at Calvary BFC by Sarah Sullivan. Sarah Sullivan is a speaker, educator and advocate fighting the modern-day porn epidemic. Having lived in porn addiction for 23 years, she has experienced its very real power and darkness, and continues to work through her own recovery. Sarah is passionate about bringing awareness to the negative effects of pornography on individuals and society, as well as the freedom and r...