We are a church that places the highest priority on pursuing a thriving relationship with a loving and limitless God, as we simultaneously love one another with the same passion. As a multi-generational and multi-cultural group of Believers, we are accepting of all people and committed to the process of their salvation, indiscriminate of status, worldview, ethnicity, gender or political affiliation.
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Sermons and messages from Uniting North Coomera. From our inception, the vision was not to plant a single church/campus, but rather, activation of a church plant movement along the growth corridor of the Northern Gold Coast. Whether it’s a new start (church plant), or a restart (church renewal). Uniting North Coomera is a Uniting Church in the northern corridor of the Gold Coast in Queensland Australia.
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A mix of panels and interviews, connecting ecology and faith. Featuring a panel who spend significant time helping others draw the connections between ecology and faith. Jason John (Uniting Earth Ministry) Jessica Morthorpe (Uniting Earth Ministry) Miriam Pepper (National Church Life Survey) Jacqui Remond (Catholic EarthCare) Byron Smith (Hope for Creation) Streaming on 2bbb.net.au or tune in on 93.3 fm (Mid North Coast NSW) Join the facebook group (ecofaith)to contribute ideas, questions, a ...
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Flood Zone is a special investigation reporting on flooding in Coastal Carolina communities. The podcast is a project of Shoresides and Working Narratives.
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Kristen Lascola from North Coast Church gives weekly insight and tips on how to build healthy leaders, teams and churches in Youth Ministry. With over 17 years in Student Ministry, Kristen shares her knowledge and experiences and frequently features guests from various ministries, churches and leadership roles so that you can use proven strategies to increase your impact from your leadership role. This podcast will help you grow your leadership skills, enhance your ministry, build a voluntee ...
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Founder and President of Gracism Global, Dr. David Anderson, is one of the world’s leading authorities on building bridges across the deep divides of culture, wealth, faith, and race. His global work has brought hope and healing to communities and families in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America, including work in Ferguson, Missouri, and Baltimore, Maryland, during civil unrest around issues of race and police brutality. Dr. Anderson seeks to build a bridge through releva ...
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Howdy, howdy, y'all. Welcome to My Life, My Story podcast. Everybody's Got a Story, Right? Join your hosts, Lee and Debra Cloer, as we share heart-to-heart conversations on life, relationships, and intriguing personal tales with our special guests, average Joes and Joans, like you and me. Here, they'll share their stories and dive into the meandering journeys of life everyone holds. Beyond the chats, embark on a scenic voyage through the enchanting Great Smoky Mountains and revel in hidden c ...
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Steal These 5 Tips to NEVER Run Out of Sermon Ideas for Youth Ministry
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Wouldn't it be nice to never run out of sermon ideas for your youth ministry? In this episode, we promise to equip you with five essential tips to keep your sermons fresh and your youth group students captivated. We've got you …
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5 Vital Tips to Make Your Next Youth Ministry Event a HUGE Success!
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Here are 5 vital tips to transform your youth ministry events into unforgettable experiences! We will be discussing strategic planning, leader engagement, and how to create an electrifying atmosphere that makes excitement conta…
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3 Hard Questions Every Youth Pastor Must Ask Themselves Right Now
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** 3 hard questions that every youth pastor needs to ask themselves! We promise you'll gain deep insights on guarding your personal integrity in the digital age and understand the weight of responsibility that comes with leading o…
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How to Connect with Introverted Students in Your Youth Ministry
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** In this episode, we will be discussing 8 ways to engage introverted students in your youth ministry. We all know our extroverted students...they make their presence very evident, but too often some of the shy or introverted stu…
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5 Proven Tips to ELEVATE Your Volunteers' Experience in Youth Ministry
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** What if you could transform your youth ministry by making a few simple changes? In this episode, we promise to elevate your volunteer experience to new heights. Effective student ministry leadership hinges on communication, pre…
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3 Things I STOPPED Doing Before Youth Group (and Why YOU Should Too!)
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed on youth group program days? Imagine a stress-free environment where everything is prepped well in advance, allowing you to focus on what's truly important. That's precisely what we dis…
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How to Train & Develop Youth Ministry Volunteers w/ Doug Fields & Josh Griffin
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Send us a text Ever wondered how to build a rock-solid volunteer team that stands the test of time? Get ready to unlock the secrets with Download Youth Ministry legends Doug Fields and Josh Griffin as they share their unmatched wisdom on engaging and retaining volunteers. Volunteers are the backbone of any thriving student ministry, and this episod…
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4 Reasons Why Your Youth Ministry Might Be Shrinking
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Why is your youth ministry is shrinking and what can be done to reverse the trend? In this episode, you will discover transformative strategies that foster growth and create a vibrant, engaging environment. Imagine a student mi…
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The #1 Reason Most Youth Pastors QUIT Within The First 2 Years
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.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 pastor…
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FAILURE in Youth Ministry is GUARANTEED If You Are Doing These Things...
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Success in youth ministry can be defined by what you do, but just as important is making sure you avoid those things that you absolutely shouldn't do! In this episode, we take a look at 5 things that can guarantee failure for a…
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Youth Ministry Growth Starts with this ONE Thing...
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** In this episode, we explore the profound impact a dedicated and passionate youth pastor can have on the health and success of youth ministries. We discuss the pitfalls of viewing this vital role temporarily and the importance o…
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How to Build a Youth Ministry Worship Team From Scratch
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Send us a text How to start a worship band for your youth ministry! So what do you do when you want to create a youth ministry worship team, but your starting point is ground zero? In this episode, we will be discussing strategies for overcoming the struggle of finding the right musicians, developing musicians and what to do in the meantime. Having…
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Exponential Church Growth Begins with the Youth Ministry! Here's How...
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Send us a text Church growth and healthy youth ministries go hand in hand. Unfortunately, student ministry is often looked on as an afterthought by church leadership instead of being a vital part of the church. The truth is, student ministry is not only a key component of the church NOW, but it's the future of your church as well. It's not just "ba…
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How I Grew My Youth Group Over 1200%! ( It's Not What You Think!! )
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out our course & coaching program called Youth Ministry Growth Accelerator at GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** When I first started as a youth pastor, I had a youth group of 11 students...now we average around 150. How did that happen?? In this episode, we spill…
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4 Things I Started Doing Before Youth Group that Changed Everything!
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Send us a text Ever wondered how to run a youth ministry program that’s both smooth and impactful? In this episode, we will be going over the 4 things I started doing before youth group that changed my entire student ministry! We will guide you through the essential practices of having a well-defined plan and the power of clear communication to get…
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Create a Student Leadership Team that Your Youth Group WANTS to be a Part of
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Send us a text What if building an irresistible student leadership team within your youth ministry was simpler than you thought? In this episode, we’re uncovering the secrets to creating a team that students are eager to join. By placing peers in prominent leadership roles, we’ll show you how to inspire others and generate a contagious enthusiasm t…
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The Ultimate Collection of Water Games for Youth Ministry (Summer Games!)
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Send us a text **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR 20 YOUTH GROUP WATER GAMES - EMAIL US AT MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com - and put in the subject or description "WATER GAMES" and we will send it over to you!** In this episode, we discuss some super fun summer games for your youth ministry! SHOPPING LIST BELOW... ***If you are looking to GROW your…
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5 Ways to be a Better Emcee at Youth Group - Youth Ministry Tips!
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Send us a text What if you could captivate your youth group with high energy and enthusiasm every time you take the stage? This episode is packed with practical advice on how to elevate your emceeing skills, featuring five essential tips that will keep your youth ministry students engaged and excited. IMPOSSIBLE SHOT: 🏹 Bow & Arrows: https://amzn.t…
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Building Resilience: How Community and Connection Aid Coastal Carolina During Hurricanes
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Connection is our primary survival response, especially during threats like hurricanes. The podcast "Flood Zone," produced and hosted by Akshay Gokul, explores the role of community in building resilience in coastal Carolina communities. The episode features insights from J'vanete Skiba, director of the New Hanover County Resiliency Task Force, and…
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Are You Busy or Burning Out? Youth Ministry Tips (+ GIVEAWAY for the 200th Episode!)
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Send us a text 200th Episode Giveaway!! (Details below!) Being busy isn't bad....working hard isn't bad...but burning out is bad. Are you curious about how to balance hard work and avoid burnout during some of the busiest seasons of ministry? In this episode we unpack the critical distinction between working diligently and experiencing burnout. Lea…
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Splitting Middle School & High School Youth Ministries: Practical Tips to Make it Happen
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Send us a text Have you been considering splitting your middle school & high school students into two separate youth ministries but aren't sure how to do it? In this episode, we give practical tips on how you can make it happen! This episode is packed with tips to help foster a healthy, growing youth ministry that can support the addition of new st…
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Youth Ministry Check In Systems - Simple Processes that Work!
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Send us a text Are you looking for a simple and effective check in system for your youth ministry?In this episode, we are talking about practical strategies for creating an easy and simple check-in station. We will be discussing various check-in systems from high-tech to low-tech, and emphasize the critical role of tracking attendance to maintain e…
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Preparing for Maternity Leave from Youth Ministry (Making it Simple!)
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Send us a text Are you a youth worker with an upcoming maternity or paternity leave? In this video, we discuss some simple ways to make leaving on maternity/paternity a seamless process in a simple way for not only you but for whoever is taking over for you while you are out. ======= Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministr…
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5 Tips to Build Your Youth Ministry Volunteer Dream Team
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Send us a text Ever wondered how to build a youth ministry dream team that stays motivated and engaged? In this episode, we are covering 5 tips to creating an environment that not only attracts top-tier volunteers but keeps them invested for a long time. We explore the crucial elements of maintaining an organized, respectful, and well-communicated …
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What is Next for Your Youth Ministry? (Never Settle for Status Quo)
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Send us a text Youth ministry shouldn't be about stagnation. As youth pastors, we must constantly be improving ourselves as well as our ministries to disciple students. In this episode, we will equip you with the tools you need to break free from the status quo. We'll uncover the art of creating margin in your schedule, ensuring you have the mental…
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How to Gain Control of a Wild Youth Group - Leading Up Front in Youth Ministry
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Send us a text Do you have a youth group that has a tendency to be wild and a bit out of control? Youth ministry can be a delicate dance of being able to ramp up the excitement, but also reign it in and channel it into a time of focus. In this episode, we discuss the balance of student ministry where we can keep things fun but not let things get ou…
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Youth Ministry Summer Olympics - Youth Group Games
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Send us a text **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUMMER OLYMPIC YOUTH GROUP GAMES - EMAIL US AT MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com - and put in the subject or description "SUMMER OLYMPIC GAMES" and we will send it over to you!** What better activity to do during the summer this year than a Youth Ministry Summer Olympics Event! In this episode we will…
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3 Impactful Tips to Refine Your Preaching Skills (Youth Ministry Tips)
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Send us a text Do you ever find yourself questioning how to elevate your teaching to resonate with your student ministry? In this episode, we will guide you through a journey of self-improvement in youth ministry teaching. We promise to leave you with actionable insights and new-found confidence if you follow these 3 youth pastor tips. As a youth p…
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Create a Healthy Worship Culture in Youth Ministry with these 5 Tips
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Send us a text Is your desire to create a healthy and authentic worship culture? Today, we will be sharing 5 tips to help enhance your youth group's worship experience, not simply for the outward physical expression, but the inward spiritual connection. This episode will hopefully offer a jolt of encouragement for those times you might question the…
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4 Leadership Lessons Every Youth Pastor Needs to Know
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Send us a text Leadership in youth ministry isn't for the weak...it takes thick skin and a tender heart. In this episode, we share the unvarnished truth about what it takes to guide the next generation as a youth pastor. We'll equip you with four essential principles that'll transform your leadership approach so that you can better serve the studen…
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Open Phone in Friday | Real Talk with Dr. David Anderson
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Open Phone in Friday!By Dr. David Anderson
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The Theology of Salvation | Theological Thursday | Real Talk with Dr. David Anderson
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Theological Thursday-The Theology of Salvation Can a born-again Christian lose salvation?By Dr. David Anderson
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Declining Church Attendance | Tough Topic Tuesday | Real Talk with Dr. David Anderson
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Tough Topic Tuesday-Declining Church Attendance Are you a church attender? Why or why not? How often do you attend church?By Dr. David Anderson
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The Wisdom of Peace in the Middle East | Wisdom Wednesday | Special Guest: Rev. Dr. Mae Cannon
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Wisdom Wednesday-The Wisdom of Peace in the Middle East Special Guest: Rev. Dr. Mae Cannon, Executive Director of Churches for Middle East Peace What is the best pathway to peace in the Middle East?By Dr. David Anderson
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Friendship in Marriage | Marriage Monday | Real Talk with Dr. David Anderson
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Marriage Monday-Friendship in Marriage Should your spouse be your best friend? Can you spouse be your best friend and lover?By Dr. David Anderson
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#69 | The Service of a Military Family & Their Struggles as a Dating/Married Couple - Michael and Jenna Barry
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Their story is one for the books. Their journey borders on the unbelievable. The path that led them to meet and the unexpectedly long journey and persistence that allowed them to finally become a married couple was only the beginning. Michael and Jenna Barry open up about the highs and lows of being a career military family. They share the lessons …
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3 Youth Ministry Mistakes That Small Youth Groups Often Make
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Send us a text 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 packe…
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#68 | US Army Couple Turn Husband and Wife - David and Trisha Kirkland
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365 days, a broken generator, a pot roast, and a red velvet cake—how could these things possibly be related? We are glad you asked. David and Trisha Kirkland share their growing-up years and what brought them together in Fort Riley, Kansas, over twenty years ago. Listen as we learn about their whirlwind courtship and life as a military family. Visi…
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3 Teams to Make Your Youth Ministry Better & Your Life Easier!
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Send us a text Youth pastors wear many hats within youth ministry and often times it causes them to get bogged down with so much of the weight to bear. In this episode, we take a look at some specialized teams that can be a game changer for student ministry. These teams can not only make your life easier, but your youth ministry so much better! Are…
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5 Things Youth Pastors Need To Do This Summer - Youth Ministry Strategies
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Send us a text 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…
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The 4 Phases of Youth Ministry - Which One Are You In? (DON'T GIVE UP NOW!)
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Youth ministry can be broken down into 4 main phases, which one of them are you currently in? Navigating the ebbs and flows of student ministry can often feel like an uphill battle, but the view from the top makes every step …
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The CRITICAL Element Your Youth Ministry Discipleship Efforts Might Be Missing
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Are your youth ministry discipleship efforts missing on critical element? Discover the key ingredient to transformative youth discipleship and puts practicality directly into the forefront. We will be looking at Jesus's model…
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#67 | Air Force Pilot A-10/F-16, Exchange Pilot to France, 7 Continents, CEO Defense Company - Dan Bader (USAF Ret.)
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Dan Bader is not one to demand attention with stories of antics and experiences, but once you get him talking, you can see he has definitely had many unique experiences. Dan went through the Air Force Academy and trained for a coveted career as a fighter pilot. Join us as we learn about his studies, training (training in France), and the many adven…
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Dealing With Public Display of Affection in Youth Ministry - PDA Problems
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a midweek youth group program, trying to focus on the announcements or message, only to be sidetracked by a pair of teenagers cuddling in the corner? It’s a situation many church …
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#66 | Growing Up In England, College Soccer in America, 7/8th STEM Teacher - Bryan Wilkinson
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Bryan Wilkinson enjoyed growing up in Northern England. Soccer was his passion and all he wanted to do. After playing professionally for two years, the opportunity arose to attend school in Jacksonville, FL. While Bryan planned to return to England for medical school, God had other plans. Learn about Bryan's journey into wedded bliss, a growing fam…
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Are Any of These Red Flags in Your Youth Ministry? Fix Them NOW!
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Ever wondered what can make or break the effectiveness of a youth ministry? Join us as we expose 3 red flags that could be stifling your ministry's impact. This episode is a revealing look at how to sustain your passion and m…
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#65 | From Coast Guard Family to Crossfit Gym Owners...Oh and Much More!!! - Travis & Lydia Shook
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This couple has truly grown up together. Travis and Lydia met at a young age and jumped right into wedded bliss; or maybe more like wedded adventures. You'll be laughing uncontrollably as you hear about Travis' concussion putting together their first bed. Then you'll feel inspired to go out and grab the dream that God has put in your heart while yo…
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How to Increase Your Confidence as a Youth Pastor & Overcome Imposter Syndrome
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Send us a text Have you ever felt like a deer caught in the headlights when leading a youth ministry? Today's podcast is here to guide anyone feeling the weight of imposter syndrome through the wilderness of youth ministry. We'll unpack the layers of student ministry and show you how to evaluate and enhance your confidence with some step by step ac…
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Navigating the Cliques in Youth Ministry Student Leadership Teams
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Send us a text Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Has your student leadership team become a clique within your youth group? In this excerpt from an "Ask Me Anything" episode, we answer a question from Jesse Howell in regards to avoiding a student leadership team becoming an alienating…
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#64 | Much More Than Just His Florida Keys Bartender Stories - Jason Dixon
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Jason Dixon has lived a life that has opened his eyes to the fact that everyone has a story. His spontaneous spirit has driven him to pack up and move, try new things, and enjoy every moment of life. From Columbia, MO, to the Florida Keys, he has met people from all walks of life and learned something from each encounter. While he currently lives i…
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