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The Effective Ministry Podcast

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Join the Youthworks Ministry Support Team as they discuss how to have an effective youth and children’s ministry in every church in conversation with local ministry workers as well as national and international voices.

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067 - Holy Fools and the Vocation of Variety Performers with Jesse "The Juggler" Joyner

July 02, 2024 19:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

This week, Tim Beilharz is joined by Jesse Joyner, a Christian variety performer known as Jesse, The Juggler. They discuss the concept of the 'holy fool,' exploring how clowns, jugglers, magicians, and other variety performers use their seemingly foolish acts to convey profound messages and serve in their vocational calling. Jesse shares his insights on the theological foundations of this idea, the joy and community aspect of performing, and his own experiences integrating faith and...

066 - When Children's and Youth Ministry is Tough with Steve Carlisle

June 25, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

This week, Steve Carlisle, Director of the Youthworks Year 13 program shares insights on understanding Revelation as a source of comfort and confidence for Christians. By focusing on God's sovereignty we can be encouraged to persevere in our ministry to young people, even when things get tough. Show Notes Year 13 - a Christian gap year like no other Book Youthworks training to equip and encourage your children's, youth, family and intergenerational ministry. Register for House C...

065 - Postcards from Chicago Part 2 with David Scott and Valerie Grissom

June 18, 2024 19:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this week’s episode, Tim Beilharz shares two more "Postcards from Chicago”, short conversations with some of the presenters at the 2024 Children’s Spirituality Summit. Tim speaks with David Scott, Associate Professor at Fuller Theological Seminary, about children's 'Contributionality' and their inherent spiritual value in church communities. Valerie Grissom, worship leader and pastor, discusses the vital role of lament in children's spiritual lives and how communities can create ...

064 - Helping Young People Stick With Jesus with Al James

June 11, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

This week on the Effective Ministry Podcast, Al James shares his research on Youth Retention at Youthworks College's latest Theology Think Tank held on June 6, 2024. To see the full Theology Think Tank video click here. Hear Al James talk more about his research on The Pastor's Heart podcast here. Download the handout of Al's presentation here. Al James, a Youth Ministry Advisor for Youthworks, addresses the alarming dropout rates and factors influencing youth faith retention. A...

063 - Helping Youth Take Love to Their Community with Jas Hawkins and Ruby Brideson

June 04, 2024 20:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this episode Tim Beilharz speaks with Jazz Hawkins and Ruby Brideson from Take Love, an initiative by Anglicare Sydney focusing on helping youth and young adults bring the love of Jesus into their communities. Take Love programs, sessions and interactive experiences address issues like mental health, poverty, and domestic abuse. They explore programs like Beyond These Walls and Before It Starts, which educate and engage youth in serving the vulnerable. Show Notes Take Love htt...

062 - Postcards From Chicago Part 1 with Henry Zonio and Chris Barnett

May 28, 2024 19:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

In this episode, Tim Beilharz shares the first of a number of short conversations he had while attending the Children's Spirituality Summit in Chicago. First, Tim speaks to Henry Zonio from Asbury University about the “null curriculum” and what children learn when churches don’t address cultural issues like race and gender diversity. Next, Chris Barnett from InterGen Australia shares the importance of having a good theology of the child as we approach children’s and intergenerationa...

061 - Timeless Parenting Sneak Peak with Harriet Connor

May 21, 2024 20:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Welcome back to the Effective Ministry Podcast! This week, we're joined by Harriet Connor, the content editor of Growing Faith, to discuss the challenges and solutions in modern Christian parenting. Harriet introduces her new podcast, Timeless Parenting, created in partnership with Mothers Union Sydney, to provide biblical guidance and support for Christian parents. We delve into the importance of partnership between children's ministry leaders and parents, the impact of technology ...

060 - Effective Recruitment in Youth and Children's Ministry with Adam Jolliffe

May 14, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

This week Tim Beilharz and fellow Youthworks Advisor, Adam Jolliffe, jump into the critical topic of recruitment for youth and children's ministry in local churches. They discuss the importance of having a sufficient number of leaders for effective ministry and discipline and share insights on the 'why' behind recruitment, emphasising the need to effectively communicate the purpose and benefits to potential volunteers.  The conversation covers strategic approaches to asking, includ...

059 - Kids and Youth Small Groups through an Intergenerational Lens

May 07, 2024 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

This week Tim Beilharz discusses how to run children’s and youth small groups with an intergenerational lens. Drawing from the recent SMBC Children's Ministry Conference, Tim explores how small groups in children's, youth, and adult ministries can benefit from an intergenerational approach. He outlines the foundational elements of intergenerational ministry, differentiating between multigenerational and intergenerational churches, and stresses the need for intentional, mutual engage...

058 - Beyond Brokenness: Navigating The Complexities of Sin with Mike Dicker, Toby Macgregor, Cathy Dell and Mel Bell

April 30, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

This week we delve into the complex and essential topic of the doctrine of sin, as a taster for the upcoming House Conference organized by Youthworks, August 27th-29th. Hosted by Al James, the discussion features insights from  committee members and youth and children's minister who explore the nature of sin, its impact on relationships with God and others, and its significance in youth and children's ministry. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding sin as both a sta...

057 - Exploring Story and Faith in Children's Ministry with Matt and Lauren Redmond

April 23, 2024 20:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Exploring Story and Faith in Children's Ministry: The Forgetful Prince In this episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, host Tim Beilharz, talks with Matt and Lauren Redmond, authors of the children's book 'The Forgetful Prince'. They discuss the role of storytelling, art, and literature in the spiritual formation of children and the partnership between church and home in nurturing faith. The conversation delves into themes of the book such as adoption, identity, and belonging, a...

057_Exploring Story and Faith in Children's Ministry with Matt and Lauren Redmond

April 23, 2024 20:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Exploring Story and Faith in Children's Ministry: The Forgetful Prince In this episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, host Tim Beilharz, talks with Matt and Lauren Redmond, authors of the children's book 'The Forgetful Prince'. They discuss the role of storytelling, art, and literature in the spiritual formation of children and the partnership between church and home in nurturing faith. The conversation delves into themes of the book such as adoption, identity, and belonging, a...

056 - Gospel-Shaped Group Management with Annemarie Rivers

April 16, 2024 20:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

In this episode of the Effective Ministry podcast, hosts Tim Beilharz and Annemarie Rivers, both children's ministry advisors for YouthWorks in Sydney, delve into the topic of group management and discipline within children's ministry settings. They explore the challenges of maintaining discipline in a way that aligns with Gospel values, emphasising the importance of relational, respectful, and restorative approaches.  Annemarie shares insights on the potential disconnect between t...

055 - How to be a Christian Teacher with Mike Dicker, Emma Collett and Mark Schroder

April 09, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In this episode of the Effective Ministry podcast Tim Beilharz (Youthworks MST) hosts a discussion with Mike Dicker, principal of YouthWorks College, Emma Collette, executive minister at Church Hill Anglican, and Mark Schroeder, school chaplain at Broughton Anglican College into the integration of Christian beliefs in the education sector. The episode covers the importance of thinking Christianly about education, especially for those teaching outside Christian schools. It also exp...

054 - Encouraging Kids to Serve in Church with Sam Davidson

April 02, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode of the Effective Ministry podcast, host Al James from YouthWorks in Sydney, is joined by Sam Davidson, the Director of Family Ministry at Norwest Anglican Church. They discuss strategies for building a culture of serving within kids' ministries, highlighting the importance of integrating children into various church activities, such as tech support, greeting, and teaching roles. The discussion covers practical approaches to encourage serving, incorporating theolo...

053 - Australian Evangelicals Perspectives on Youth Ministry: Book Launch Edition ft. Ruth Lukabyo, Lionel Windsor, Tim Beilharz & Naomi deVries

March 26, 2024 19:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

In this episode of the Effective Ministry podcast you will listen in on the book launch evening for 'Australian Evangelical Perspectives on Youth Ministry', edited by Dr. Ruth Lukabyo. The book, featuring contributions from Youthworks College lecturers and other authors from Australian churches and Bible colleges, aims to bridge theological principles with practical youth ministry. Highlights include introductions to the book and its themes, a panel discussion with Dr. Ruth Lukaby...

052 - Raising Christian Children and Teens in a Post-Christian World with David Rietveld

March 19, 2024 19:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

Tim Beilharz talks with David Rietveld, who brings his experience in youth and senior ministry to discuss the challenges and strategies for nurturing youth and children's ministry in today's post-Christian world. Rietveld, the author of 'Being Christian After Christendom,' addresses navigating ministry in a post-Christian society and the importance of understanding and communicating the gospel effectively in a world where traditional Christian values no longer hold the same influe...

051 - Integrating Theology and Youth Ministry with Mike McGarry

March 12, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Tim Beilharz welcomes Youth Pastor Theologian, Mike McGarry. They chat about Mike's work in bridging theology with practical youth ministry, the importance of a theological foundation in youth ministry, Mike's personal journey into faith and ministry, and the role of youth pastors in shaping young believers. The conversation also covers the challenges and strategies of youth ministry in a post-Christian context, emphasising the need for a theological approach to address the critic...

050 - The Faith of Our Children with Matt Markins

March 05, 2024 19:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

In this episode of The Effective Ministry Podcast, host Tim Beilharz interviews Awana CEO Matt Markins, author of The Faith of Our Children: Eight Timely Research Insights for Discipling the Next Generation. Matt shares his personal journey from growing up in a dysfunctional family to finding solace and direction in the church, which sparked his passion for child discipleship. He discusses the critical role of the church in intentionally forming children's faith and counters the c...

049 - The Significance of Grandparents in Faith Formation with Ian Barnett

December 19, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Tim Beilharz is joined by Reverend Ian Barnett, founder and CEO of the National Grandparent Movement. They explore the unique opportunities that grandparents have in influencing the faith formation of their grandchildren and the wider youth ministry. Ian Barnett shares practical ways for grandparents to express their faith, share stories, and pray with their grandkids, whether they are biological or part of the wider church community. Also discussed are the challenges grandparen...

048 - Lunchtime Groups in Public Schools with David Krebs, Heather Thompson & Liam Nolan

December 12, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Tim Beilharz, is joined by David Krebs (SUNSW), Heather Thompson (High School SRE Teacher) and Liam Nolan (Youth and Families Minister, Normanhurst Anglican Church) to discuss how lunchtime groups in public schools can be a great complement to both SRE and local church ministry. Contact David Krebs about starting your own lunchtime group [email protected] Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and find out how Youthworks c...

047 - Youth Ministry in a Porn Saturated World (Part 2) with Marshall Ballentine-Jones and Emma Argall

December 12, 2023 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Tim continues his conversation with Marshall Ballentine-Jones (CEO of DigiHelp Publishing) and Emma Argall (Christian School teacher) about pornography and its impact on young people. They discuss the importance of parents understanding the extent of internet access and the potential dangers. The guests emphasise the role of communication and stress the necessity to discuss 'awkward' topics like sex, masturbation, and pornography with children. The episode also highlights tools ...

046 - Youth Ministry in a Porn Saturated World (Part 1) with Marshall Ballentine-Jones and Emma Argall

December 12, 2023 05:22 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Tim is joined by Marshall Ballentine-Jones (CEO of DigiHelp Publishing) and Emma Argall (Christian School teacher) to talk about pornography and it’s impact on young people. Together they delve into challenges faced in raising children and youth in a highly sexualized world, particularly one with high pornography consumption. They explore the guilt and shame often associated with pornography consumption among Christian youth, the neurological effects of porn addiction, the theol...

045 - BONUS EP Integrating Faith in Education with Dr. Ruby Holland

November 28, 2023 07:41 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

In this special bonus episode, Tim delves deeper into the topic of faith integration in education with Dr. Ruby Holland. They discuss the importance of integrating Christian faith into all subjects for the holistic formation of young students in Christian schools. They particularly discuss examples from history, including studies of World War II and the Holocaust, and how these subjects present opportunities to tackle profound faith-based discussions. Ruby emphasizes the need for student...

045 - BONUS EP Integrating Faith in Education with Dr. Ruby Holland

November 28, 2023 07:41 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MB

In this special bonus episode, Tim delves deeper into the topic of faith integration in education with Dr. Ruby Holland. They discuss the importance of integrating Christian faith into all subjects for the holistic formation of young students in Christian schools. They particularly discuss examples from history, including studies of World War II and the Holocaust, and how these subjects present opportunities to tackle profound faith-based discussions. Ruby emphasizes the need fo...

045 BONUS EP - Integrating Faith in Education with Dr. Ruby Holland

November 21, 2023 19:00 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

In this special bonus episode, Tim delves deeper into the topic of faith integration in education with Dr. Ruby Holland. They discuss the importance of integrating Christian faith into all subjects for the holistic formation of young students in Christian schools. They particularly discuss examples from history, including studies of World War II and the Holocaust, and how these subjects present opportunities to tackle profound faith-based discussions. Ruby emphasizes the need for student...

044 - Healing the Fracture in Youth and Children's Ministry with Gareth Crispin and Robin Barfield

November 14, 2023 19:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Do we choose top-down instruction or a bottom-up discovery approach when it comes to ministering to young people? Tim is joined by Gareth Crispin and Robin Barfield as they wrestle with this question and seek to find a third way through the theology of James Loder. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and find out how Youthworks can help you have an effective youth and children's ministry in your local church. You can partner in ...

043 - The Value of Parent-Child Adventures with Sam and Lex Hudson

November 07, 2023 19:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Tim is joined by Sam Hudson, Head of Christian Outdoor Education at Youthworks, and his wife Lex to discuss the value of outdoor parent-child adventures. Sam and Lex recently piloted a father-son canoeing adventure and saw first-hand the relational benefits that it gave each pair who attended. To stay up to date on future events, follow the Youthworks Facebook page or email [email protected]. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youthworks Minist...

042 - Fostering Child Faith Through Music with Josh and Larissa Goscombe

October 31, 2023 19:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Tim is joined by Kids Christian Music artists Josh Goscombe (⁠joshgoscombe.com⁠) and his wife and partner in all things creative, family, and Children's Ministry, Larissa. They talk about the power of music for child discipleship, how Josh and Larissa both found themselves (and each other) in Children's Ministry, and the creative inspiration of dirty nappies. BUY THE ALBUM Josh's new album, Jesus Jivers, is out TODAY. You can buy it and previous albums at joshgoscombe.com or strea...

041 - Forming Faith Identity in Teenagers with Dr. Ruby Holland

October 24, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Tim is joined by Dr. Ruby Holland to discuss religious identity formation in teenagers. Ruby conducted a series of case studies in Anglican Schools in Sydney and found that even those students who had a Christian faith, were far more likely to hold identity markers that aligned with a secular story of the good life, than the grand Christian narrative. Why are students failing to have a robust and convictional faith that shapes their sense of who they are and what their ideal future...

040 - The 7 Principles of Effective Ministry

October 20, 2023 03:48 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

So what is effective ministry? Youth Ministry Advisor Matt Bartlett joins Tim to discuss Youthworks 7 Principles of Effective Ministry. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the ⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠⁠ and find out how Youthworks can help you have an effective youth and children's ministry in your local church. We would love to hear from you. Send your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and critiques to ⁠[email protected]⁠⁠. Show Notes: 7 Prin...

040 | The 7 Principles of Effective Ministry

October 17, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

So what is effective ministry? Youth Ministry Advisor Matt Bartlett joins Tim to discuss Youthworks 7 Principles of Effective Ministry. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the ⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠⁠ and find out how Youthworks can help you have an effective youth and children's ministry in your local church. We would love to hear from you. Send your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and critiques to ⁠[email protected]⁠⁠. Show Notes: 7 Principles Pa...

039 - Five Factors of Intergenerational Discipleship with Joe Azzopardi

October 10, 2023 20:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

Tim is joined by Dr. Joe Azzopardi, pastor at Toowoomba Central Adventist Church, to discuss the factors that express a healthy intergenerational church. Joe argues that intergenerational congregations are the ideal context for growing as disciples of Christ. It’s a bold claim and Joe explains from his PhD research why he believes this to be the case. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠ and find out how Youthworks can help you have an effe...

038 - Partnership Between Local Churches and Christian Schools with Polly Butterworth and Pete Oates

October 03, 2023 19:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Tim Beilharz is joined by Polly Butterworth (High School Chaplain, Abbotsleigh Anglican School) and Peter Oates (Children and Families Minister, Christ Church St Ives) to discuss how local church children's and youth ministries can partner well with Christian Schools in their area. They chat about the challenges that both local ministers and school chaplains can face in their respective roles, the misunderstandings that they face about each other, and how they can best work togethe...

037 - Embedding Doctrine in Your Youth Ministry with Tim Scoular

September 26, 2023 20:00 - 29 minutes - 53.2 MB

Tim Beilharz is joined by Tim Scoular (Youth Minister, Norwest Anglican Church) to talk about how to embed doctrine into your youth ministry. Tim Scoular describes his practice of teaching a systematic theology topic at their annual Youth Camp and how the values, culture and regular practices of their youth ministry help the teenagers to remember, understand and put into practice core theologies of the Christian faith. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the Youthworks Ministr...

036 - Helping Children Flourish as Disciples with Meaghan Gates

September 19, 2023 20:00 - 21 minutes - 39 MB

Tim is joined by Meaghan Gates, Children’s Minister at St. Michael’s Cathedral, Wollongong. Meaghan shares her Flourishing Disciples Framework with six categories of age-appropriate features that may be evident in children who are disciples of Jesus. Meaghan has developed this framework in order to help ministry leaders and parents notice and nurture faith in young children. It has also provided a shared language between leaders and parents which strengthens the partnership in chur...

035 - The Three C's of Leadership with Adam Jolliffe

September 12, 2023 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Adam Jolliffe (Children's Ministry Advisor, Youthworks) joins Tim Beilharz to explore the "Three C's" of Children's and Youth Ministry Leadership: Care, Communication, and Coaching. Adam shares about his own ministry experience and how these three priorities will help leadership teams of any size do effective ministry. Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠the Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠ and find out how Youthworks can help you have an effective youth and children's minis...

034 - Neurodivergence in Children's and Youth Ministry

September 05, 2023 20:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Bec Baines (Accessibility Advisor, Youthworks) and Luke Graham (Kids and Youth Minister, St Paul's Canterbury) join Tim Beilharz to talk about neurodiversity in our children's and youth ministry. Neurodiversity is increasingly becoming a topic that affects our young people and that churches are wanting to engage with well. From big emotions, social anxiety, and spiritually formative spaces, Bec and Luke share how churches can be welcoming and accessible places for these children an...

#33 - The Path to Wisdom with Tim Escott

August 29, 2023 20:00 - 51 minutes - 95 MB

House Conference 2023 is upon us. In celebration we are going back in time and listening in on Rev. Dr. Tim Escott and his 2022 House Conference Paper on the book of Proverbs. The Path to Wisdom: Searching and Finding Order in Proverbs 2 explores how the wisdom literature can help us disciple young people in a world with so many competing voices on what constitutes the good life. ⁠Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠ and find out how Youthworks can hel...

033 - The Path to Wisdom with Tim Escott

August 29, 2023 20:00 - 51 minutes - 95 MB

House Conference 2023 is upon us. In celebration we are going back in time and listening in on Rev. Dr. Tim Escott and his 2022 House Conference Paper on the book of Proverbs. The Path to Wisdom: Searching and Finding Order in Proverbs 2 explores how the wisdom literature can help us disciple young people in a world with so many competing voices on what constitutes the good life. ⁠Click on through⁠ to discover more from ⁠Youthworks Ministry Support Team⁠ and find out how Youthwork...

#32 - Ecclesiastes as a Critique of the Postmodern Quest with Andrew Spalding

August 22, 2023 20:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MB

House Conference 2023 is almost upon us. In celebration we are going back in time and listening in on Rev. Dr. Andrew Spalding and his 2022 House Conference Paper on the book of Ecclesiastes. Nothing New Under the Sun: Ecclesiastes as a Critique of the Postmodern Quest explores the meaning of the book of Ecclesiastes as false wisdom and how understanding this book can help us disciple our young people who are also caught up in a culture full of false wisdom. Click on through to discover mo...

032 - Ecclesiastes as a Critique of the Postmodern Quest with Andrew Spalding

August 22, 2023 20:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

House Conference 2023 is almost upon us. In celebration we are going back in time and listening in on Rev. Dr. Andrew Spalding and his 2022 House Conference Paper on the book of Ecclesiastes. Nothing New Under the Sun: Ecclesiastes as a Critique of the Postmodern Quest explores the meaning of the book of Ecclesiastes as false wisdom and how understanding this book can help us disciple our young people who are also caught up in a culture full of false wisdom. Click on through to di...

#31 – Discipling the Emotions of Children and Youth

August 15, 2023 21:35 - 39 minutes - 71.5 MB

In this pre-House Conference warm up episode, Tim Beilharz and Al James (Youthworks) are joined by Naomi de Vries (Bridge Church) to discuss the two academic papers being presented at House Conference 2023. Rev Dr Keith Condie has written about the importance of Christians expressing emotions, but rightly ordering them and directing them towards love of God and love of others. Dr Kamina Wüst has written on Song of Songs and how the passion and fidelity of love celebrated in the book is a m...

031 – Discipling the Emotions of Children and Youth

August 15, 2023 21:35 - 39 minutes - 71.5 MB

In this pre-House Conference warm up episode, Tim Beilharz and Al James (Youthworks) are joined by Naomi de Vries (Bridge Church) to discuss the two academic papers being presented at House Conference 2023. Rev Dr Keith Condie has written about the importance of Christians expressing emotions, but rightly ordering them and directing them towards love of God and love of others. Dr Kamina Wüst has written on Song of Songs and how the passion and fidelity of love celebrated in the bo...

#30 – How can I grow to love having kids in the main meeting?

August 08, 2023 20:00 - 15 minutes - 28.6 MB

Many churches will include children in the main service for a least some, if not all, of the time together. But children move, call out, make noise, and act like... well, children. This week Tim answers a question from a keen but distracted adult, "How would you encourage people to persevere and love having kids in the main meeting?" To be part of a future mailbag episode, send questions to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Click on through to discover more from ⁠Youthworks Minis...

030 – How can I grow to love having kids in the main meeting?

August 08, 2023 20:00 - 15 minutes - 28.6 MB

Many churches will include children in the main service for a least some, if not all, of the time together. But children move, call out, make noise, and act like... well, children. This week Tim answers a question from a keen but distracted adult, "How would you encourage people to persevere and love having kids in the main meeting?" To be part of a future mailbag episode, send questions to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Click on through to discover more from ⁠Youthwo...

#29 - Youth Ministry and Parent Partnership with Isaac Shumack

August 01, 2023 20:00 - 35 minutes - 64.5 MB

Isaac Shumack (Youth Minister, Toongabbie Anglican Church) has made the move to intentionally partner more with parents in his Youth Ministry. He joins Tim Beilharz to discuss the why, the how, and what has been the fruit of intentionally doing Youth Ministry with the family in mind. Tim also chats to Al James about the benefits of the children's and youth ministry coaching offered by Youthworks. If you would like to enquire about the advising, coaching and training offered by Youthworks, p...

029 - Youth Ministry and Parent Partnership with Isaac Shumack

August 01, 2023 20:00 - 35 minutes - 64.5 MB

Isaac Shumack (Youth Minister, Toongabbie Anglican Church) has made the move to intentionally partner more with parents in his Youth Ministry. He joins Tim Beilharz to discuss the why, the how, and what has been the fruit of intentionally doing Youth Ministry with the family in mind. Tim also chats to Al James about the benefits of the children's and youth ministry coaching offered by Youthworks. If you would like to enquire about the advising, coaching and training offered by Yout...

028 - Postcards from Nashville Part 3 with Stacey Davis, Amy Yu and Steve Case

July 25, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 67.4 MB

Tim Beilharz sends through the third batch of "Postcards from Nashville," a collection of short conversations with pastors, researchers and authors who presented at Intergenerate Conference 2023 at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode we hear from: Stacey Davis (Dallas Theological Seminary) - Ancient Israelite intergenerational faith practices Amy Yu (Scarborough Chinese Baptist Church) - Intergenerational Ministry at a tri-lingual church Steve Case (Invol...

#28 - Postcards from Nashville Part 3 with Stacey Davis, Amy Yu and Steve Case

July 25, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 67.4 MB

Tim Beilharz sends through the third batch of "Postcards from Nashville," a collection of short conversations with pastors, researchers and authors who presented at Intergenerate Conference 2023 at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode we hear from: Stacey Davis (Dallas Theological Seminary) - Ancient Israelite intergenerational faith practices Amy Yu (Scarborough Chinese Baptist Church) - Intergenerational Ministry at a tri-lingual church Steve Case (Involve Youth;...