Best Kristen Lascola Podcasts (2025)

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Youth Group Midweek Program: FULL TOUR & SETUP | Youth Ministry Room Ideas 22:23

1h ago22:23

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** To celebrate our 250th episode, we're taking you on a full behind-the-scenes tour of our midweek youth group program. Our youth ministry has access to our entire church and we will be showing exactly how we transform it and utili…

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How to Get Ready for the New School Year (Youth Ministry Planning) 22:06

7d ago22:06

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Whether your youth ministry meets during the summer or you take a break, it's imperative that you get your youth ministry ready for the new school year! In this episode, we have 5 things you must do to p…

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Youth Ministry Work, The Summer Slump, And Preparing For Fall 29:30

7d ago29:30

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Send us a text The hype of camp is fading. The smell of leftover sunscreen and emotional debriefs still lingers. But now it’s time to face the real ministry question: What’s next? In this episode, Chad and Zac unpack the sneaky shift from summer chaos to fall calendars, and how to survive the mid-summer mental fog without quitting or creating a who…

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NIGHT GAMES for Youth Ministry - 10 Fun OUTDOOR Youth Group Games 26:02

13d ago26:02

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Send us a text *** FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE 10 NIGHT GAMES FOR YOUTH MINISTRY discussed in this episode- EMAIL US AT [email protected] - and put in the subject or description "NIGHT GAMES" and we will send it over to you!*** In this episode, we've compiled 5 of our favorite after-dark youth group games that are super fun a…

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Youth Ministry Camp Brain, Binders, & the Post-Camp Blues 32:14

14d ago32:14

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Send us a text The emotional marathon of summer camp affects every youth minister differently. Whether you're riding high on spiritual victories, nursing wounds from what felt like failure, or simply exhausted beyond words, this episode offers genuine encouragement for wherever you find yourself. Zach and Chad dive into their contrasting pre-camp e…

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Not Getting Hired in Youth Ministry? This Might Be Why... 32:36

20d ago32:36

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Feeling called to youth ministry but can't seem to get hired at a church? You're not alone! This episode uncovers the uncomfortable yet crucial reasons why some youth ministry-minded individuals struggle to get hired as a youth p…

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The Reasons Why WHO You Do Youth Ministry With is Just as Important as the Ministry Itself 26:02

29d ago26:02

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Every youth pastor knows the rollercoaster of youth ministry – the highs of seeing students grow, the lows of drama and discouragement. What many don't realize is that who you choose to ride that student ministry rollercoaster wi…

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How to Keep Students Coming Back to Your Youth Ministry EVERY WEEK! 36:04

1M ago36:04

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** What gets a student through your youth group doors? And what keeps them coming back to youth ministry every week? These questions lie at the heart of building an effective, thriving student ministry. You might be successful at cr…

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How to Retain Your Youth Ministry Volunteers for Years! 30:32

1M ago30:32

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Getting the right youth ministry volunteers is step one...but how do you retain them? Volunteer retention might be the most overlooked youth pastor leadership skill in student ministry today. While we po…

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Write It Down | Faith & Fear In Youth Ministry Leadership w/ Kate Downing 34:13

1M ago34:13

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Send us a text Kate Downing joins us to discuss her new Bible study "Fighting With Fear" and shares profound insights about the theological significance of fear in ministry leadership and decision-making. • Fear itself isn't bad—we were designed to fear, but the object of our fear matters • Ministry decisions often trigger fears about consequences …

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5 Mistakes Youth Pastors Make When Their Youth Ministry Isn't Growing 35:44

2M ago35:44

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** That sinking feeling when your youth ministry isn't growing can trigger panic and questionable decisions. But what if your solution isn't going to bring the result you think it will? In this episode, we …

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Youth Ministry Room Set Up & Decorating Ideas - Youth Room Remodel! 26:56

2M ago26:56

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Send us a text Want to work with us to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Are you looking to re-do your youth room to make it more magnetic and engaging for your students? Today, we will be taking you through a tour of our newly remodeled youth ministry room at church. This episode is full of intentiona…

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3 Ways to Immediately Improve Your Youth Ministry Sermons 43:31

2M ago43:31

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Ever felt that disconnect when speaking to your youth group? You know—that moment when despite carefully choosing your words, something just isn't clicking? In this episode, we will dive into three game-…

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What Your Youth Ministry Numbers are ACTUALLY Telling You! 36:02

3M ago36:02

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Ever found yourself doing a little "pastor math" with your youth group attendance? You're not alone. Those numbers we sometimes inflate or obsess over aren't just digits – they're telling a powerful stor…

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Your Youth Ministry Website is ALL WRONG (Here's How to Fix it!) 33:31

3M ago33:31

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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** In this episode, we take a look at the top mistakes that youth pastors make when making their youth ministry website and social media accounts. One of your main goals for your student ministry website sh…

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Navigating Youth Culture in the Digital Age w/ Walt Mueller 18:53

3M ago18:53

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Send us a text Youth Ministry.. it ain't what it used to be! The digital revolution has transformed youth ministry into uncharted territory, creating what seasoned experts are calling "a perfect storm" of challenges for today's teenagers. At the heart of this storm lies the smartphone – a device that has fundamentally altered how adolescents experi…

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5 Ways to Make Your Student Ministry MORE THAN "Just a Program" 36:09

3M ago36:09

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** As a youth pastor, do you ever feel like you are becoming just a program director? This question haunted me early in youth ministry, especially as our youth group grew. What I discovered transformed our approach—program isn't the…

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4 Ways to Reach Disengaged Students in Youth Ministry 31:45

4M ago31:45

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Ever notice that student sitting on the edge of your youth group? The one who's physically present but emotionally miles away? Reaching disengaged students can be a challenging—yet very rewarding—aspect of youth ministry. Whether…

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How to Increase the Value You Add to Your Church as a Youth Pastor 33:48

4M ago33:48

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Character surpasses skills every time in youth ministry. That's the powerful message at the heart of this conversation about what truly makes a youth pastor valuable. While this podcast is always full of practical advice, this ep…

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SPORTS vs. YOUTH GROUP: 5 Ways to Win the Battle of Priorities! 40:23

4M ago40:23

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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 *** The perpetual tug-of-war between youth ministry and sports commitments has challenged youth pastors for many years. How do we navigate this tension when both activities compete for limited time? In this episode, we discuss five…

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Youth Ministry: Fight Burnout; Finding Expectancy w/ Jameson Barker 43:16

4M ago43:16

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Send us a text If you're experiencing ministry burnout or feeling your passion fading, establish accountability with someone who knows you well enough to speak truth when you're drifting, and intentionally surround yourself with those newer to ministry who bring fresh perspective and enthusiasm. SPECIAL GUEST ALERT: Jameson Barker Veteran youth min…

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How to Get Your Youth Ministry Team to Go From GOOD to GREAT! 36:04

4M ago36:04

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Do you find that you are struggling to build an effective youth ministry team? The secret may not be finding new people — but simply bringing out the best in the people you already have. In this practical, leadership-focused epis…

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The 5 WORDS That Should Describe EVERY Youth Ministry!! 37:30

5M ago37:30

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Send us a text Do you need some help to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Let's work together: GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Building a thriving youth ministry isn't just about planning events or playing fun games; it's about creating a dynamic culture that encourages young people to grow both spiritually and socially. In this episod…

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5 Things Youth Pastors Do That Are a BIG WASTE OF TIME! 34:14

5M ago34:14

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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 you looking to maximize efficiency in your youth ministry? Well, you might be wasting a lot of time on these 5 things! We’re discussing five common pitfalls that frequently waste precious time for youth pastors—habitual pra…

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How to Thrive as a New Youth Minister w/ Miguel Adesokan 36:16

5M ago36:16

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Send us a text What's it like to be new? Feel like you are the only one? Welp you are not! There is a growing trend of folks leading youth ministry that are 1. new to the role 2. home grown from the church where they attend. In this episode we learn firsthand all about it! Join us for an eye-opening discussion about the journey into youth ministry …

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5 Mistakes That Will SABOTAGE Your Youth Ministry!!! 44:05

5M ago44:05

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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 5 common mistakes that youth pastors make which will sabotage their youth ministry. Are you guilty of any of these? Join us for a conversation filled with practical insights and real-world…

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3 Highly Effective Leadership Styles for Youth Pastors...Which One Are You? 31:48

5M ago31:48

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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 Pastors: Are you truly leading or just managing? In this episode, we will be unlocking the secrets to elevating your leadership approach in youth ministry! We will be discussing the dynamics of little "l" and big "L" lead…

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Embracing the Call to Youth Ministry w/ Mariano Sarabia 38:42

5M ago38:42

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Send us a text What happens when a vibrant young leader embraces his calling in the unpredictable setting of youth ministry? Special Guest Alert: Mariano Sarabia This episode explores the path of youth ministry through the experience of Mariano, who shares his calling, challenges, and successes in empowering young leaders. The importance of humilit…

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Redefining Youth Ministry: Rethink Discipleship & Strengthen Parent Ministry 27:33

5M ago27:33

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Send us a text Could You Survive the 1800s? The password is Clifford the Big Red Dog. Could you hack it in the 1800s armed only with modern knowledge? Wild question, right? Zac and Chad wrote a book! This episode kicks off with some fun, lighthearted speculation before we take a deep dive into childhood nostalgia—Dr. Seuss, Clifford the Big Red Dog…

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MUST-HAVE Supplies for YOUTH GROUP GAMES ! 28:20

5M ago28:20

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Send us a text *** FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE YOUTH GROUP GAMES discussed in this episode- EMAIL US AT [email protected] - and put in the subject or description "MUST-HAVE GAMES" and we will send it over to you!*** Let's take your youth group games up a level with these 13 must-have game supplies. If you have a smaller budge…

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Mentorship and Youth Ministry: Why We Need More *Tough Love w/ Daniel Kim 41:11

5M ago41:11

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Send us a text Youth ministry is relational work. The work isn't not quality time but quality time. Relationships that are growing are resilient. 🚨SPECIAL GUEST ALERT Daniel Kim [email protected] Daniel__Tokyo Youth ministry flourishes when leaders invest in relationships, mentorship, and personal growth. In this episode of the Youth Ministry Boos…

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What's Working RIGHT NOW In Youth Ministry - 6 Student Ministry Trends UNCOVERED 32:47

6M ago32:47

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** As we push into the new year, we wanted to analyze what is working in youth ministry right now. We will be taking a look at 6 Youth Ministry Trends and giving them 1 of 3 Ratings: Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated. We will …

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This ONE THING Will Make the Biggest Impact in Your Youth Ministry in 2025! 41:55

6M ago41:55

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Prioritizing this in your Youth Ministry will have the biggest impact on your students. We will be explaining the what, the why, and the how so that you can implement some of these opportunities into your student ministry this ye…

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Youth Ministry Strategy For Pastoral Care: Nicknames to Notebird w/ Taylor Doe 48:48

6M ago48:48

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Send us a text This episode explores the significance of building authentic relationships in youth ministry while challenging traditional metrics of success. T-doe shares his personal experiences, from grassroots initiatives like Fast Food Valentine's to creating psychological safety for young people, emphasizing the impact of community and connect…

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Youth Ministry Overnighters - How to Have a Successful Youth Group Lock In! 28:52

6M ago28:52

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Send us a text Are you looking to make your youth group lock in a successful one? Today we have 5 tips on how to transform your youth ministry overnighter into an unforgettable experience! In this episode, we will be discussing important tips for scheduling and execution as well as giving you a timeline for one of the best student ministry overnigh…

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Thriving in Youth Ministry: Leadership, Community, and Overcoming Challenges with Ian Dunaway 57:30

6M ago57:30

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Send us a text You can't quite make it on your own! This episode focuses on the essential characteristics of effective youth ministry, emphasizing the need for community, accountability, and ongoing development of leaders. Zac and guest Ian explore common roadblocks leaders face, along with practical strategies for fostering a healthy ministry envi…

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5 Things Every Youth Pastor Should Be Doing to Kick Off 2025! 38:53

6M ago38:53

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** New Year, New You? Hopefully...but either way, this is the time to kick off your youth ministry off in a positive direction! Start the new year right by mastering strategies that will transform your student ministry in 2025. Ever…

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5 Wishes For Youth Ministry Magic In 2025 30:57

6M ago30:57

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Send us a text If there is a ministry genie that can grant wishes then here are our 5 for 2025! Happy New Year's episode everyone! This week we explore how to shape youth ministry in 2025, emphasizing relational connections, purposeful engagement, and the joy of community. Chad and Zac have five wishes that will guide ministries to build stronger c…

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5 Leadership Habits of Highly Effective & Visionary Youth Pastors 35:20

7M ago35:20

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Send us a text Are you ready to grow the size and health of your youth ministry? Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** In this episode, we will be discussing 5 leadership habits of highly effective and visionary youth pastors. Youth ministry leadership is something that a lot of student pastors struggle with and today we will be covering 5 ways t…

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Tradition, Transformation, and Timeless Youth Ministry Wisdom 59:13

7M ago59:13

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Send us a text Picture this: a repaired wise man figurine named King Christmas, hidden for joyous family fun and stories of Christmas Eve steak dinners at Longhorn. These are just a few of the festive gems shared by our guests Chris Trent, Matt Flanagan, and Todd Sanders on the Youth Industry Booster podcast. As we unwrap their cherished holiday tr…

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Setting Up Your Future Youth Ministry Self w/ Kevin Libick 1:01:07

7M ago1:01:07

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Send us a text Remember a time when cell phones were a novelty and social media was just a distant dream? *Special Guest Alert Kevin Libick* This episode is a nostalgic rewind featuring a seasoned ministry leader who’s been on the front lines since the late '90s. From the days of mailing out calendars and jazzing up bulletin boards with clip art (y…

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How to Transform Your Youth Ministry Culture After It's Gotten Away From You 30:41

7M ago30:41

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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 do you do when your youth ministry culture shifts over time to an unhealthy place? In this episode, we promise you'll learn how to become a catalyst for positive change within your church's youth group environment. Our dis…

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You Will NEVER Be Fully Prepared for Youth Ministry - 3 Reasons Why 27:37

8M ago27:37

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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 *** Stepping into the world of youth ministry often feels like venturing into uncharted territory. It's a journey that will teach you invaluable lessons that formal education simply can't cover. This episode unravels the three reas…

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The Power of Presence in Youth Ministry: Streets to Sanctuary w/ Jose Rodriguez 48:17

8M ago48:17

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Send us a text What if the most challenging parts of your past could fuel a transformative future? What if your toughest challenges could become your greatest ministry? In this episode, we reconnect with our friend Jose Rodriguez from Tulsa, now leading Rescue a Generation in Southern California. He shares his incredible story of transformation—fro…

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Youth Ministry Winter Olympic Games - Indoor Youth Group Games! 26:46

8M ago26:46

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Send us a text **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR 12 WINTER OLYMPIC YOUTH GROUP GAMES - EMAIL US AT [email protected] - and put in the subject or description "WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES" and we will send it over to you!** As the weather gets colder, it's time to supercharge your youth ministry with some Winter Olympic games!! In this episod…

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Youth Ministry Is NextGen: Building Bridges w/ TJ Scrapper 46:11

8M ago46:11

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Send us a text 20 years in and still learning new things! 🎧 Special Guest Alert: TJ Scrapper from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, who has dedicated two decades to guiding young people through their spiritual journeys. 🎙️ Youth Ministry In A New Era (Reimagined) In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of youth pastors and the growing recognition of the…

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Youth Ministry Audit: How Well Does Your Ministry Score Out of 10? 36:23

8M ago36:23

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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 done a top to bottom audit of your youth ministry? Are there things you need to add? Are there things you need to remove? Are there things you need to improve? In this episode, we will be discussing 10 critical el…

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Youth Ministry: Superheroes, Sports Teams, Spiritual Gyms, Sprouting Discipleship & Real Talk 48:11

8M ago48:11

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Send us a text 🎉 Let's kick it! Join us and our good buddy Cameron! as we dive into a fun fall episode. Do you ever wondered what happens when a Christmas game goes hilariously off the rails? Or how much leadership is a team sport? This episode is packed with laughs and real talk on the wild ride that is youth ministry! Special guest alert: Cameron…

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LISTEN TO THIS If You Want Consistent Youth Ministry Attendance! 34:05

8M ago34:05

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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's attendance numbers constantly fluctuating or even worse, are they just consistently dwindling? In this episode, we will be discussing the secrets to achieving consistency and excellence in student mini…

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How To Teach the Bible (Teacher's Version) w/ Karen Workun 47:27

8M ago47:27

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Send us a text But how do you teach the Bible? So that students will learn? Special Guest Alert: Karen Workun! In this engaging episode Zac Workun and his guest Karen Workun dive deep into effective strategies for teaching scriptural texts. Karen shares her unexpected passion for genealogy, likening it to storytelling through concise biographies, a…

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