Youth ministry is not a solo sport, but far too often youth workers feel like they have to do it alone. We are here to help with that. Every week some of the top United Methodist youth workers offer free resources from their real-world ministries. You’ll find everything from games to downloadable lessons to coaching on how to put together a budget. We hope that when you get online to work, you don’t feel like you have to do it all yourself. We want to be the first place you turn for games, l ...
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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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Welcome to #genO, a podcast brought to you by Youth Against Sweatshops. Why are so many of us working 60, 70, 80 hours a week and still barely making ends meet? And our lives, friendships, and relationships are always suffering and pushed to the side. How do we try to overcome all this baggage? We will throw in some analysis and history and we will share what we've learned from our on-the-ground organizing to improve working conditions.
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Episode 163 - Conspiracy Theories and Christianity
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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about conspiracy theories and christianity.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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How to Build a Youth Ministry Worship Team From Scratch
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Send us a Text Message. 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 meantim…
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Exponential Church Growth Begins with the Youth Ministry! Here's How...
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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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 Message. 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,…
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4 Things I Started Doing Before Youth Group that Changed Everything!
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Send us a Text Message. 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 communicati…
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Episode 162 - How to Deal with Parents of Teens
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This week we're talking about what it's like dealing with parents of teens. As parents of teens themselves, Chris and Jeremy share a unique perspective on this week's topic.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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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 Message. 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 ent…
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The Ultimate Collection of Water Games for Youth Ministry (Summer Games!)
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Send us a Text Message. **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 …
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Episode 161 - Six Must Read Youth Ministry Books
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This week Chris and Jeremy each share their top three youth ministry books that you should have on your bookshelf.Reading List:Helping the Struggling Adolescent: A Guide to Thirty-six Common Problems for Counselors, Pastors, & Youth Workers - https://a.co/d/0iARNhiLTo Know as We Are Known: Education as a Spiritual Journey - https://a.co/d/0fhazwRQG…
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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 Message. 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…
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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 Message. 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 bur…
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Episode 160 - General Conference (Part 3)
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This week Chris and Jeremy wrap up our three-part series on General Conference. In this episode we touch on the major things that came out of General Conference.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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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 Message. 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 …
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Youth Ministry Check In Systems - Simple Processes that Work!
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Send us a Text Message. 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 m…
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Preparing for Maternity Leave from Youth Ministry (Making it Simple!)
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Send us a Text Message. 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 yout…
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Episode 159 - General Conference (Part 2)
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This week Chris and Jeremy continue our three-part series about General Conference. In this episode we discuss some of what was voted on and what that means for the church.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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5 Tips to Build Your Youth Ministry Volunteer Dream Team
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Send us a Text Message. 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-comm…
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What is Next for Your Youth Ministry? (Never Settle for Status Quo)
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Send us a Text Message. 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 t…
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Episode 158 - General Conference (Part 1)
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This week Chris and Jeremy kick off the first of three episodes about General Conference. In this episode, we talk about what General Conference is and what people can expect to happen at this event.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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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 Message. 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 thin…
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Youth Ministry Summer Olympics - Youth Group Games
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Send us a Text Message. **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 episod…
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This week Chris and Jeremy dive a little into generational studies to talk about how different age groups experience and interpret things.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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3 Impactful Tips to Refine Your Preaching Skills (Youth Ministry Tips)
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Create a Healthy Worship Culture in Youth Ministry with these 5 Tips
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Send us a Text Message. 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 que…
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Episode 156 - A Brief History of Adolescence
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This week Chris gives us a brief history of adolescence in the U.S. since the Industrial Revolution.Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1w0ybYagQYeYc5pzjr0T0hDV2Av9NHyE-/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=112307649728267594145&rtpof=true&sd=trueBy Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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4 Leadership Lessons Every Youth Pastor Needs to Know
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Send us a Text Message. 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 t…
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3 Youth Ministry Mistakes That Small Youth Groups Often Make
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Send us a Text Message. 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 afte…
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Episode 155 - Talking Vocation with Young People
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This week Chris and Jeremy discuss the importance of talking about vocation with young people and the ways to do so.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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3 Teams to Make Your Youth Ministry Better & Your Life Easier!
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Send us a Text Message. 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 be…
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5 Things Youth Pastors Need To Do This Summer - Youth Ministry Strategies
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Send us a Text Message. 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 thei…
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Episode 154 - Hidden Messages in Youth Group Games
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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about the hidden messages in youth group games, and things you should consider when planning games.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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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 Message. 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 ev…
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The CRITICAL Element Your Youth Ministry Discipleship Efforts Might Be Missing
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Send us a Text Message. 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 Jesu…
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Episode 153 - Seven Trends in Youth Ministry
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This week Chris and Jeremy sit down to talk about the seven biggest trends in youth ministry for 2024.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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Dealing With Public Display of Affection in Youth Ministry - PDA Problems
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Send us a Text Message. 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 man…
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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 Message. 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 pass…
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This week Chris and Jeremy reflect back on Episode 150 with special guests AJ and Sam as they talk about when you should embrace the Spirit and when you should stick to the schedule that you set.Episode 150: https://soundcloud.com/youth-worker-collective/episode-150-revival-at-asburyBy Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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Navigating the Cliques in Youth Ministry Student Leadership Teams
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Send us a Text Message. 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 a…
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How to Increase Your Confidence as a Youth Pastor & Overcome Imposter Syndrome
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Send us a Text Message. 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 b…
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5 Ingredients for an Ideal Youth Ministry Program!
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Send us a Text Message. Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Are you ready to inject some serious energy & life into your youth ministry? In this episode we will be highlight the keys to a program that keeps students coming back for more! We will be discussing the balance between free t…
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This week Chris and Jeremy are joined by Brad Laurvick who shares his experience using Tik Tok to start a successful ministry.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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4 EASTER GAMES for Youth Ministry + 8 MORE Easter Youth Group Games!!
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Send us a Text Message. **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR EASTER YOUTH GROUP GAMES - EMAIL US AT MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com - and put in the subject or description "EASTER GAMES" and we will send it over to you!** In this episode, we discuss 4 Super fun, super easy Easter Games for your youth ministry! Email us to get 8 MORE Easter Games whic…
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This week Chris sits down with two special guests from Asbury University. AJ and Sam are both juniors in Media Communications who join us to talk about the revival that happened at Asbury in 2023.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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The Pros & Cons of Being a Youth Ministry Spouse - Student Ministry Tips
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Send us a Text Message. Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** Youth ministry spouses often find themselves in a delicate balance of supportive partnership and individual identity. As we peel back the curtain on the pros and cons of being a student ministry spouse, we invite you to join u…
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Jeremy and Chris sit down to talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and various ways you can use it in your ministry.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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Increase Discipleship in Your Youth Ministry with These 3 Things!
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Send us a Text Message. Are you looking to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***** In this episode, we will be focusing on how small groups play such a vital discipleship role in our youth ministries. These aren't just casual meetups; they're the very lifeblood of discipleship that cultivates deep connection…
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This One Thing Will Drastically Impact Your Youth Ministry!
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Send us a Text Message. 📕 Book Mentioned in this Podcast: Growing Young by Kara Powell ***** Ever wondered what it looks like when teenagers aren't just spectating but actively shaping their faith community in youth ministry? In this episode, we will be highlighting the profound effects of lifting up youth in student ministry, revealing how roles o…
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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about christianity from a global perspective. Chris shares about his recent trip to Vietnam, and they discuss youth ministry around the world. They are joined by a special guest to share his experience from West Africa.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast
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Do You Need to Improve the Reputation of Your Youth Ministry?
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Send us a Text Message. The reputation for you, the youth pastor, and of your youth ministry needs to constantly be given attention. So how do you receive impeccable reputation in the world of youth ministry? That is what this episode is all about! We're handing you the blueprint to ensure every interaction with staff, parents, and students reinfor…
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Youth Ministry Event Ideas - The Ultimate Movie Night!
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Send us a Text Message. ***For a FREE copy of the RECOMMENDED MOVIE LIST, email us at MinistryCoachPodcast@gmail.com and put "MOVIE NIGHT" in the subject line and we will get that sent over to you asap!*** Roll out the red carpet and get those cameras flashing, because this episode is all about turning your youth ministry's movie night from average…
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