Youth Ministry Booster Podcast
332 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★ - 152 ratingsWelcome to the Youth Ministry Booster podcast! The most honest podcast in student ministry. Hosted by Zac Workun and Chad Higgins. We are the biggest fans of youth ministry leaders.
We are here for you with humor and help to engage, entertain, equip, and encourage.
Youth ministry is better together.Learn more @ http://www.youthministrybooster.com
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179: Philip Nation; Disciple Making Disciplines For Gospel Centered Student Ministry
May 09, 2019 03:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this warm and wise interview episode with Dr. Philip Nation we examine what it means to make disciples. You are going to love the wit and wisdom that takes shape in the next 45 minutes. May 16 2019 Grow Volume 3 drops! Don't miss out on the latest volume of the hottest selling curriculum. Get a year of Grow Curriculum & Strategy + Youth Ministry Booster Membership For The Price of Grow! SHOW NOTES: Learn more how you can interact with awesome guests like Dr. Philip Nation live @ ht...
179: Philip Nation; Disciple Making Disciplines For Gospel Centered Student Ministry
May 09, 2019 03:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this warm and wise interview episode with Dr. Philip Nation we examine what it means to make disciples. You are going to love the wit and wisdom that takes shape in the next 45 minutes. May 16 2019 Grow Volume 3 drops! Don't miss out on the latest volume of the hottest selling curriculum. Get a year of Grow Curriculum & Strategy + Youth Ministry Booster Membership For The Price of Grow! SHOW NOTES: Learn more how you can interact with awesome guests like Dr. Philip Nation live @ ht...
178: Daniel IM; Valuing Vision For Leading Youth Ministry
May 03, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIn episode 178 Zac sits down with Daniel IM to talk about the importance of vision, strategy, and values for leading in a church and a youth ministry. Get Grow Curriculum + Booster for one low price! Our Guest: Learn more about Daniel IM Daniel Sangi Im is the Director of Church Multiplication for NewChurches.com at LifeWay Christian Resources. He also serves as a Teaching Pastor at The Fellowship, a multisite church in Nashville. Daniel is the the author of No Silver Bullets: Five Sm...
178: Daniel IM; Valuing Vision For Leading Youth Ministry
May 03, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIn episode 178 Zac sits down with Daniel IM to talk about the importance of vision, strategy, and values for leading in a church and a youth ministry. Get Grow Curriculum + Booster for one low price! Our Guest: Learn more about Daniel IM Daniel Sangi Im is the Director of Church Multiplication for NewChurches.com at LifeWay Christian Resources. He also serves as a Teaching Pastor at The Fellowship, a multisite church in Nashville. Daniel is the the author of No Silver Bullets: Five Sm...
177: Take Care Of Your Self Youth Minister. Successful Alignment Starts With Ministry Self-Care
May 01, 2019 04:00 - 17 minutes - 8.01 MBIn this positive, challenging, and encouraging bonus episode, Will and Zac talk about the importance of self-care, alignment, and reflection. We love you youth ministry friend! Be encouraged, stay motivated, do the hard work of self-examination for healthy leadership. Pull the car in the shop and do the evaluation before your big summer road trip. Get the Grow curriculum and strategy everyone is talking about, and a year of YMB for free! Visit https://www.youthministrybooster.com/grow to...
176: How To Make This Easter Really Special In Youth Ministry
April 18, 2019 12:00 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MBHey everybody! Chad is back! And Easter is almost here! Prepare yourself for the season and the rest will follow! Celebrate in your heart the resurrection of our Lord and allow the hope of the season to restore you from exhaustion, frustration, and despair. HE IS RISEN! HE IS RISEN INDEED! Join a membership community of care. A national network of youth ministers meeting in masterminds, and leading the way for healthy youth ministry! https://www.youthministrybooster.com/ Get the gre...
175: Youth Ministry Booster Sherpas Crossover and The Origin of Community Care For Youth Ministry
April 10, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBEpisode 175 is a big fun crossover with our pals the Youth Ministry Sherpas Matthew and Steve! These guys remind us of who we want to be when we grow up in youth ministry. Kind, thoughtful, caring, and wise these Sherpas are great guides for who to aspire towards in youth ministry. You are going to love their show. You gotta check it out. https://youthministrysherpas.com/ Thanks Steve and Matthew you guys are awesome! It was also great to spend some time reviewing the history of where...
175: Youth Ministry Booster Sherpas Crossover and The Origin of Community Care For Youth Ministry
April 10, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBEpisode 175 is a big fun crossover with our pals the Youth Ministry Sherpas Matthew and Steve! These guys remind us of who we want to be when we grow up in youth ministry. Kind, thoughtful, caring, and wise these Sherpas are great guides for who to aspire towards in youth ministry. You are going to love their show. You gotta check it out. https://youthministrysherpas.com/ Thanks Steve and Matthew you guys are awesome! It was also great to spend some time reviewing the history of where...
174: Why Is Alignment So Important For Youth Ministry Success?
April 03, 2019 05:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MBIn episode 174 Zac, Kristen, and Will chat about the importance of alignment in leadership. An important and effective team requires the constant work of adjustment and alignment. We are going to spend the next few episodes on this invaluable topic. Get yourself and your team together. Visit https://community.youthministrybooster.com to learn how a community of care is waiting to hear from you and stand by you. "Good is done alone. Great is done together." Alignment: How much of a tea...
173: Mike King YouthFront Camps CEO Youth Ministry's Life Work
March 28, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 16.1 MBAttention Youth Pastors! You need the wisdom of this episode more than you know. Mike King is a 44 year veteran of youth ministry and he has wisdom for you. There is a deep truth in blooming where you are planted and valuing the work of your place as much as the work of your position. Enjoy this fun and wise episode with Mike! Key Moments: There was that moment that I chose to not do something else, but the vision came later as the passion grew. Don't Quit. Don't Quit. Don't Quit....
171: Ben Trueblood 2: What Is Ministry After Youth Ministry?
February 27, 2019 06:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIn episode 171 Zac and Ben Trueblood of Lifeway Students talk about ministry after student ministry. With 2 new books of research and pastoral concern Ben presents some of the findings and hopes for youth pastors hoping to do right and better. Need Prayer? Help? Support? Email the YMB team here. Check out Ben's Books Within Reach A Different College Experience Key Moments: Original Dropout Study 2008 70% of active students drop out New Findings: Within Reach 2019 66% of active stu...
171: Ben Trueblood 2: What Is Ministry After Youth Ministry?
February 27, 2019 06:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIn episode 171 Zac and Ben Trueblood of Lifeway Students talk about ministry after student ministry. With 2 new books of research and pastoral concern Ben presents some of the findings and hopes for youth pastors hoping to do right and better. Need Prayer? Help? Support? Email the YMB team here. Check out Ben's Books Within Reach A Different College Experience Key Moments: Original Dropout Study 2008 70% of active students drop out New Findings: Within Reach 2019 66% of active stu...
170: Heather Lea Kenison "How Is Your Soul Youth Ministry?"
January 30, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBHey-oh! It's episode 170 of the YMB podcast with special guest Heather Lea Kenison. Heather is a YM who knows the value of connecting with other YMs and we love her heart for connecting with other leaders in that way. This interview is solid, zesty, and insightful and you will love hearing Heather's story of coming up in youth ministry and now leading and learning youth ministry for a bright new future. Heather Lea Kenison serves at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, ser...
169: Dan Istvanik: Stop Preaching, Start Teaching In Youth Ministry
January 23, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBWe are back! After a much needed holiday hiatus the most honest podcast in youth ministry is back with a powerful interview featuring our friend, blogger, minister, father, husband, and good dude Dan Istvanik. You probably recognize Danny-I's name from a number places where he writes, curates, and contributes (he's very prolific!), but Dan recommends you start at Middle Year Ministry. Dan's Blog Central http://www.middleyearsministry.com/ Youth Ministry Booster Intensives (Next Way For...
169: Dan Istvanik: Stop Preaching, Start Teaching In Youth Ministry
January 23, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBWe are back! After a much needed holiday hiatus the most honest podcast in youth ministry is back with a powerful interview featuring our friend, blogger, minister, father, husband, and good dude Dan Istvanik. You probably recognize Danny-I's name from a number places where he writes, curates, and contributes (he's very prolific!), but Dan recommends you start at Middle Year Ministry. Dan's Blog Central http://www.middleyearsministry.com/ Youth Ministry Booster Intensives (Next Way For...
168: Who Are The People You Talk Honestly With In Youth Ministry?
November 14, 2018 20:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBThis one gets really good really fast! In episode 168 Karl Romeus, Will Cumby, and Zac Workun talk about what it means to have the honest talks in youth ministry, with ministry peers, mentors, and younger leaders. Who are you honest with? What are the questions you are asking? Who Are Your Honesty People? You can’t share armor with people who don’t know the battle. Young Leader Ask 2 Questions Have Someone Who Is not just one or two steps ahead of you, but 10 steps ahead of you 2 ...
168: Who Are The People You Talk Honestly With In Youth Ministry?
November 14, 2018 20:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBThis one gets really good really fast! In episode 168 Karl Romeus, Will Cumby, and Zac Workun talk about what it means to have the honest talks in youth ministry, with ministry peers, mentors, and younger leaders. Who are you honest with? What are the questions you are asking? Who Are Your Honesty People? You can’t share armor with people who don’t know the battle. Young Leader Ask 2 Questions Have Someone Who Is not just one or two steps ahead of you, but 10 steps ahead of you 2 ...
167: Do What You Have Been Called To Do Youth Ministry Leader! #WomenInYM
November 12, 2018 16:00 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MBIn episode 167 Kristen and Zac wrap up for our month long celebration of Women In Youth Ministry. You will be blessed by this encouraging and challenging word! Again big congrats to our giveaway winner Rachel! She is now the proud new recipient of a PopSugar box for a year and our newest Youth Ministry Booster network member. Key Takeaway: “Leadership is not gender specific” “Do what you have been called to do and do it to the best of your ability” The mark of a good leader is loo...
166: Anne Wilson "Brokenness is our most abundant youth ministry resource" #WomenInYM
November 01, 2018 04:00 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this interview with Anne Wilson of Traders Point Christian Church Zac learns much about brokenness and the return to youth ministry after some time away. This is a good one people don't miss it! Follow @annemwilson on IG and Twitter Student Groups pastor There and back again Key Takeaway: “In our weakness we experience we Christ, so if weakness is a ministry resource then we have an abundance of resources” Reinvent that for myself when coming back to youth ministry Simmer down y...
166: Anne Wilson "Brokenness is our most abundant youth ministry resource" #WomenInYM
November 01, 2018 04:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this interview with Anne Wilson of Traders Point Christian Church Zac learns much about brokenness and the return to youth ministry after some time away. This is a good one people don't miss it! Follow @annemwilson on IG and Twitter Student Groups pastor There and back again Key Takeaway: “In our weakness we experience we Christ, so if weakness is a ministry resource then we have an abundance of resources” Reinvent that for myself when coming back to youth ministry Simmer down y...
165: Amy-Jo Giradier "Longevity In Youth Ministry Means Recommitting" #WomenInYM
October 31, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MBIn episode 165 Zac interviews Amy-Jo Giradier from Brentwood Baptist Church who brings 17+ years of youth ministry experience and a lot of them at the same church and community context. Glean great wisdom today listeners! Amy-Jo has got insight for days on how you can extend your days in youth ministry. From Amy-Jo Girardier: "is the Girls Minister at Brentwood Baptist in Brentwood, TN. She has been serving in this role for 17 years and keeps pinching herself that this is what she gets t...
164: Jaclyn Miles "Youth Ministry Is Parent Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 29, 2018 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBIn episode 164 Chad interview the one and only Jaclyn Miles. Speaker, pastor, leader, mother, wife, and amazing human: Jaclyn "Smiles" has bright insight to guide you youth ministry friend. Don't, no, Do Not, miss this one! Thanks Jaclyn From Jaclyn: "Jaclyn never would have guessed that God would call her into Student Ministry, but that is exactly what happened the summer after graduating from college in 2004. She has served churches in Oklahoma and Kentucky. As a middle school youth pas...
163: Caitlyn Smelser "When Your Mom Questions Your Call To Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 26, 2018 04:00 - 15 minutes - 6.97 MBIn episode 163 Chad interviews Caitlyn Smelser, the Student Team Leader at Connection Pointe Church in Indiana. Hear from her leadership insight, wisdom, and practical advice for those who are young in their call story and those who are serving in leadership at a church. There is some incredible stuff in this interview. Thanks Caitlyn. Caitlyn is a self-described: "Perfectionist. Dog lover. Go-getter. Introverted. Loves Mac & Cheese and 3-time national champ in college basketball." LINKS...
162: Renae Pemberton "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 25, 2018 04:00 - 13 minutes - 6.45 MBIn episode 162 Chad interview Renae about the real struggle of being a introvert in youth ministry and carving out enough time so you can lead! Renae Pemberton from Eclectic United Methodist Church in Montgomery, Alabama. As a mother, wife, and youth minister she talks openly about the struggle to care well for others and yourself. This is an important listen. Thanks for sharing Renae! LINKS: Friend Renae On Facebook Free Entry For Your Chance To Win $500 of prizes for a year! Contrib...
161: Mary Margaret West Lifeway Students "Changes For Girls Ministry In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 24, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBIn episode 161 Zac sits down with Mary Margaret from Lifeway Students to talk about the changing face, direction, and thinking about girls ministry in your youth ministry. For our month long emphasis on #WomenInYM this is an important discussion related to the young women in your church's youth ministry today. Mary Margaret West serves as the Girls Ministry Specialist for LifeWay, which basically means that teenage girls and the women who lead them are her favorite people on the planet. Sh...
160: Stephanie Collins "Accidentally In Love With Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 23, 2018 04:00 - 15 minutes - 7.34 MBIn our 14th installment of #WomenInYM Chad Higgins sits down with Stephanie Collins of Munice Indiana NextGen Pastor at The Gathering Muncie Studied Master of Divinity at Anderson University School of Theology and Christian Ministry Email Stephanie About Youth Ministry Friend Stephanie On Facebook Free Entry For Your Chance To Win $500 of prizes for a year! Contribute To The Conversation About #WomenInYM Key Takeaway: Accidentally In Love With All That Youth Ministry Can Be The story...
159: Amber Gaddis "Trust The Talent Of Your Youth Ministry Volunteer Team" #WomenInYM
October 18, 2018 04:00 - 15 minutes - 7.21 MBHello episode 159! Chad interviews middle school minister Amber Gaddis is the fun and funny episode about what #MSM and #JHM can truly be! Amber serves as the Assistant Director of BMMC and Jr. High Pastor at Kingwood Church in Alabaster, AL. When she is not hanging out with middle schoolers she can be found drinking coffee with too much cream or watching The Office. Thanks for the humor and truth Amber! Find Amber On Twitter! Free Entry For Your Chance To Win $500 of prizes for a year!...
158: Natalie Frisk "Are You Wired For Youth Ministry?"#WomenInYM
October 17, 2018 04:00 - 19 minutes - 9.08 MBIn episode 158 Chad interviews Natalie Frisk from the Meeting House CA. This is one of those heartfelt, moving kind of interviews so get your tissues ready. Natalie's story is deeply true and resonates for several of us on team YMB. Natalie is married to Sam and mama to Erin. She pastors at the Meeting House CA, it's the church for people who aren’t into church. She serves as the curriculum pastor for the church. What a cool work and what awesome leader. Thanks Natalie! Follow Natalie Fri...
157 : Angela Amerine "The Best Thing You Can Do In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 16, 2018 04:00 - 19 minutes - 8.93 MBIn episode 157 Chad sits down with youth ministry director Angela Amerine to talk about falling into the calling and restoring the joy in youth ministry. The insight that she shares is timely for a season of ministry so cluttered with opportunities and distractions. About Angela Amerine: I have been serving in Student Ministries for 14 years in Inner city and suburban settings, in small and large group contexts. I currently serves as the Student Ministries Program Coordinator at Kentwood...
156: Chelsea Peddecord "Don't Be Arrogant In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 15, 2018 04:00 - 17 minutes - 7.95 MBIn this episode Chad interview Chelsea Peddecord and the insights fly! Youth pastor hear the words of truth from one of your own because this short interview is very potent! Chelsea Peddecord grew up in Rockwall, TX and fell in love with youth ministry due to her own awesome youth ministry experience! She did her undergraduate studies at Oklahoma State University and studied Sociology with an emphasis on Social Services. Chelsea is the high school pastor at Highland Park United Methodist C...
155: Arielle Williford "Stop trying to fit the youth ministry mold" #WomenInYM
October 12, 2018 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.2 MBIn this 9th installment of the #WomenInYM emphasis Chad chats with fellow podcaster and youth minister Arielle Williford. This interview is so encouraging for women who lead in youth and for all of those who know the special blessing and challenge of leading youth ministry in small towns or rural areas. Check this warm and helpful episode filled with baby-coos. Thanks Arielle! Check out Arielle on Twitter Check our Arielle's Podcast Enter The #WomenInYM Giveaway For A Chance @ $500 in pr...
154: Cheryl Johnson "Youth Ministry Is Not Your Identity" #WomenInYM
October 11, 2018 04:00 - 17 minutes - 8.26 MBIn our 8th installment of #WomenInYM Chad chats with longtime Youth Ministry Booster member Cheryl Johnson. She's rad, witty, honest, loves tigers, and is totally Canadian (sorrie Cheryl!). You are going to be blessed by this one youth ministers. Remember the young women and men out there need to see faithful role models of all types for true encouragement! #WomenInYM Giveaway $500 In Prizes! Free To Enter! Join The Twitter Conversation For #WomenInYM Key Takeaway: Youth Ministry Is No...
153: Irene Cho "Get Pruney In God's Freedom Through Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 10, 2018 04:00 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBIn our 7th installment of the #womenInYM series Fuller Youth Institute leader, Program Director for Urban Youth Resources, longtime youth ministry director and leader, Irene M. Cho sits down with Chad to talk about the difficult realities of growing up in a faith that seemed unbelievable. This interview will surely challenge you, bless you, and encourage you youth ministry leader. Thanks Irene! Follow Irene Cho on Twitter Enter The #WomenInYM Giveaway For Your Chance @ $500 in year lon...
152: Emily Acton "Greatest Gladness & Deepest Hunger In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 09, 2018 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.58 MBIn our 6th installment of the #womenInYM series a new friend Emily Acton stops by. You may recognize her name from the Stuff You Can Use Youth Ministry Facebook Community where she serves as a moderator, but she is also middle school minister (and one that just started in a new church!). Key Takeaway: Ask questions humbly. Listen closely. Collaborate without an agenda Adults handed me ministry before I thought I was ready. Literally, Keys were being handed to me. I learned by trying ...
151: Becky Gilbert "Guard Your Day Off" #WomenInYM
October 08, 2018 04:00 - 18 minutes - 8.33 MBIn our fifth installment of women in youth ministry Chad sits down with Becky Gilbert to learn from her years of #YM wisdom and learn that Lockins do affirm youth ministry callings. Lean in as Becky shares the truth of what it means to be called and follow through for the long haul. It is such a needed encouragement. Thanks Becky! Key Takeaway: Guard Your Day Off A lock-in confirmed my calling to youth ministry I swapped my major for youth ministry You can’t top events for building relations...
150: Karli Loving "God calls youth to youth ministry" #WomenInYM
October 04, 2018 04:00 - 15 minutes - 7.21 MBIn the fourth episode in our month-long celebration of Women In Youth Ministry, an Okie and an upstart youth minister Karli Loving shares her story of calling and discovery of God's purpose in her life. She also is keen to remind us all of the most important things. Thanks Karli! Key Takeaway: God calls youth to youth ministry “If you are going to have attention on you it needs to be for the right reason” “He didn’t tell me he called the police after he made the call” “Do not sweat the small...
149: Jen Bradbury "Slow Down Enough To Listen In Youth Ministry" #WomenInYM
October 03, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.3 MBIn our 3rd installment of celebrating #WomenInYM author and minister Jen Bradbury shares her experiences, stories, and successes in ministry. As former electrical engineer, mom, youth minister, and author her insights hit right at home! Key Takeaway:Refugees And Jesus On The Other Side Of The Road “For those 8 kids, they directly chose a career path related to their local missions experience” "Mission Trips Should Be Tied Back To Ministry Our Congregations are already involved “My first year ...
148: Mikiala Tennie "Youth Ministry Is For Introverts Too" #WomenInYM
October 02, 2018 04:00 - 18 minutes - 8.4 MB#WomeninYM 002 Chad interviews Mikiala Tennie about her story, call, and learnings in youth ministry. If you are an introvert in youth ministry this episode is life! Thanks, Mikiala for sharing! Key Takeaways: "God’s work is humbling"“Introvert and effective” “Favorite moments can be the quiet moments”“Let people know when you don’t know something” Follow Mikaiala on Instagram#WomenInYM Giveaway on TwitterJoin The Twitter Conversation For #WomenInYM on Twitter Support the show Join the...
147: Ana Maciel "You Need A Network" #WomenInYM
October 01, 2018 04:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MB#WomeninYM 001 Chad interviews Ana Maciel about her story, call, and learnings in youth ministry. If you are young youth minister or from a home that didn't go to church that often, this story is for you. Thanks, Ana for sharing! Key Takeaway:Find Yourself Network “One of the biggest things you can do is get connected to a network” “You need a support system” Follow Ana on Twitter#WomenInYM Giveaway on TwitterJoin The Twitter Conversation For #WomenInYM on TwitterSupport the show Join t...
146: Paul Turner Good Youth Ministry Starts With Good Youth Pastors
September 25, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this super fun interview episode, Chad sits down with youth ministry legend Paul Turner. Paul brings 30 years of youth ministry experience and wisdom to the interview. Karate kid drop-out, semi-professional bowler, and quality youth ministry leader Paul will bless you. 3 Career ChoicesSocial Worker Semi-professional bowlerYouth Pastor Guppy Troupe It’s a story within a story. God is working on us, while we are working on others. "What got me into youth ministry was good youth pastors.""We...
145: Youth Room Remodel: Make The Most Of Your Student Ministry Space
September 20, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBWhere do you meet with your youth ministry students? In a building, in a gym, in a classroom, outside, inside, or in a big ole circus tent? You are probably meeting with them somewhere consistently, so what story are you telling with your space? Where we meet matters and how we utilize that space also matters! Join Zac and Kristen as they discuss making the most of your youth room! The Basics of Any Youth Room Stage Sound Production Seating "If it’s worth getting together it’s worth get...
145: Youth Room Remodel: Make The Most Of Your Student Ministry Space
September 20, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBWhere do you meet with your youth ministry students? In a building, in a gym, in a classroom, outside, inside, or in a big ole circus tent? You are probably meeting with them somewhere consistently, so what story are you telling with your space? Where we meet matters and how we utilize that space also matters! Join Zac and Kristen as they discuss making the most of your youth room! The Basics of Any Youth Room Stage Sound Production Seating "If it’s worth getting together it’s worth get...
144: William Cumby Youth Minister Trainer Speaker Writer Fountain of Praise Houston Texas
September 13, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this interview episode, Zac chats with life coach, author, and speaker Will Cumby about the call journey into youth ministry, the creativity it takes to lead out in student ministry, and the importance of hearing from other perspectives. Key Takeaways: "I love to tell a great story and there is no greater story than the Gospel""It’s like the gospel of Maury Povich … You are not the Father” “Find ways to engaging without being entertaining” "In order to create change, there must be somethin...
144: William Cumby Youth Minister Trainer Speaker Writer Fountain of Praise Houston Texas
September 13, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this interview episode, Zac chats with life coach, author, and speaker Will Cumby about the call journey into youth ministry, the creativity it takes to lead out in student ministry, and the importance of hearing from other perspectives. Key Takeaways: "I love to tell a great story and there is no greater story than the Gospel" "It’s like the gospel of Maury Povich … You are not the Father” “Find ways to engaging without being entertaining” "In order to create change, there must be...
143: Not At These Movies: Sermon Series That Intentionally Stink For Youth Ministry
August 29, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBWinner Winner Contest Dinner? No, maybe something else? In this fun break episode, Zac and Chad pick the Top 10 winners for the "Not @ These Movies" contest co-sponsored by Ben Read from Youthmin.org Contest Rules We know how to spin a bad movie into a good message. So do your worst(best) at creating a hilarious series idea on an inappropriate movie. Winners are listed below... what do you think? How did they do? Joshua Crouch Anchorman: Making Jesus your anchor, man. We have this as a ...
143: Not At These Movies: Sermon Series That Intentionally Stink For Youth Ministry
August 29, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBWinner Winner Contest Dinner? No, maybe something else? In this fun break episode, Zac and Chad pick the Top 10 winners for the "Not @ These Movies" contest co-sponsored by Ben Read from Youthmin.org Contest Rules We know how to spin a bad movie into a good message. So do your worst(best) at creating a hilarious series idea on an inappropriate movie. Winners are listed below... what do you think? How did they do? Joshua Crouch Anchorman: Making Jesus your anchor, man. We have this as a ...
142: Jeremy Gilmore Trauma Suffering and Chaplaincy For Youth Ministry
August 23, 2018 04:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode Zac Workun and Jeremy Gilmore chat about the struggle of caring for struggling students in youth ministry. MTV's the Gauntlet, Team LockIn, Smoke Machines, and Rapping in Church. If you want to hear more from Jeremy Gilmore or learn more about caring for students enduring trauma in youth ministry visit http://youthministrybooster.com/ and sign up for membership today. Support the show Join the community!
141: What's Your Sermon Prep Like For Youth Ministry?
August 16, 2018 04:00 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBHow do you prepare your sermons or talks for students in your youth ministry? Does it look the same every time? What's your secret sauce? In episode 141 Chad and Zac break down their routines and recipes for crafting thoughtful and actionable sermons. They also discuss leadership and the latest with Tyler "Ninja" Blevins implementation of the "Billy Graham Rule." Show Notes: Fortnite StreamerTyler "Ninja" Blevins FortNite Streamer & The Billy Graham Rule SermonSmith Podcast After 9 Po...
141: What's Your Sermon Prep Like For Youth Ministry?
August 16, 2018 04:00 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBHow do you prepare your sermons or talks for students in your youth ministry? Does it look the same every time? What's your secret sauce? In episode 141 Chad and Zac break down their routines and recipes for crafting thoughtful and actionable sermons. They also discuss leadership and the latest with Tyler "Ninja" Blevins implementation of the "Billy Graham Rule." Show Notes: Fortnite StreamerTyler "Ninja" Blevins FortNite Streamer & The Billy Graham Rule SermonSmith Podcast After 9 Po...
140: The Importance of Youth Ministry Self-Care Soul-Care
July 30, 2018 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this important episode the team of Kristen, Chad, and Zac breakdown the importance of taking care of yourself as a youth ministry leader and pastor to students. Healthy ministers have healthy ministries and healthy ministries grow! Support the show Join the community!