TLH068: Youth Ministry in Small Churches

Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast

Do you ever feel like your ministry is less significant because it isn't as big as others your see? Let's get real, youth ministry has enough challenges on its own without throwing in the struggle of size. But the truth is that you can be extremely effective in youth ministries of any size. Certainly, youth ministries of all sizes bring unique advantages and challenges. This week Stephen Hale from the Youth Ministry: Small Church podcast joins the show to specifically look at the advantages and challenges of youth ministry in small churches. Don't buy the lie. You can absolutely be successful and thrive in youth ministry in small churches, and in this episode we dive into common myths, share experiences serving in small churches, and give some help and practical advice to help navigate unique challenges you find when doing youth ministry in small churches. Links mentioned: The Super Secret Longer Haul Podcast Facebook Group (that you should join) youthministrysmallchurch.com Resources mentioned: Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries Why They Stay by Steve Parr Smaller Church Youth Ministry: No Staff, No Money, No Problem! by Stephanie Caro Taking Your Church to the Next Level: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Gary L. McIntosh SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR! YM360.com YM360 is the premier provider of youth ministry Bible study curriculum, student devotionals, Disciple Now resources, youth leader development, and summer camp experiences through GENERATE Camp by YM360. Check out YOUTH MINISTRY THREE SIXTY at YM360.com. For being a loyal listener use promo code: LONGERHAUL for 20% off your next order. some exclusions apply. HELP OTHER YOUTH PASTORS! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes, and please share it. Also, please leave an honest review for The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They help others know the value of the show, and we read each and every one of them.