Ryan Leak had the opportunity to start off Youth Ministry Exchange 2020. Going off the theme of YMX, Here to Play, his talk was titled, "I'm here to play so I can see what's possible." Ryan started by pointing out that we often talk a lot about not being able to make it through hard … Continue reading I’m here to play so I can see what’s possible (Ryan Leak: Youth Ministry Exchange 2020)
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The Importance of Leaders with Billy McMahan (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 61)
Episode 61 of The Student Ministry Podcast features Billy McMahan, who is currently the student pastor at Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Niwot, CO. Billy shares his story of God's redemption and how God continues to use that to help him connect with his students and leaders. He also talks about their struggles surrounding the … Continue reading The Importance of Leaders with Billy McMahan (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 61)
Programming Update 2020 (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 60)
On episode 60 of The Student Ministry Podcast, I take a moment to provide an update on how our student ministry programming has changed since last year and since the Covid-19 quarantine. I share our church's experiences but also what we learned that led to these recent changes. Listen right here or on your favorite … Continue reading Programming Update 2020 (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 60)
Youth Ministry Exchange is October 22-23, 2020
One of the events I was really looking forward to attending this year was the National Youth Workers Convention. I have attended the last two years and have loved hanging out, learning, and having fun with many of my fellow youth workers. I've also enjoyed attending Orange Tour. Unfortunately, this is 2020, so just like … Continue reading Youth Ministry Exchange is October 22-23, 2020
Orange and YMX with Crystal Chiang (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 59)
Episode 59 of The Student Ministry Podcast features Crystal Chiang, who is the Executive Director of Student Strategy at Orange. Not only does she have a ton of experience as a small group leader, but she was also in public education for a while. She brings all of that expertise to the team at Orange, … Continue reading Orange and YMX with Crystal Chiang (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 59)
Online Youth Ministry with Cooper Miller (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 58)
Episode 58 of The Student Ministry Podcast features Cooper Miller, the brand new Online Youth Pastor at Mariners Church (Irvine, CA). Cooper has a great story, and it was really cool to hear what God has taught him over the years and set him up for this new role. And as one of the first … Continue reading Online Youth Ministry with Cooper Miller (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 58)
How to: Amazing Race at Your Church
I am a huge fan of The Amazing Race. My wife and I have talked about applying for many years, but we've never actually tried signing up (yet). It's such a great idea for a game, filled with physical challenges, mental puzzles, and teamwork. But what does it look like to put on your own … Continue reading How to: Amazing Race at Your Church
How We Pivoted for Summer Camp 2020
Last year, we took our high school students to Generate Camp (YM360), and they had a great time. This year, we had planned to take both our middle schoolers and high schoolers, but like many things this year, we realized we needed to pivot. Since I know a lot of you are still trying to … Continue reading How We Pivoted for Summer Camp 2020
Digital Ministry with Tom Pounder (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 57)
Episode 57 of The Student Ministry Podcast features Tom Pounder. Not only has Tom been in student ministry for a number of years, he has also served as a digital/campus pastor at his church. He brings all of that to the table today as he discusses ministry moving forward during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. … Continue reading Digital Ministry with Tom Pounder (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 57)
When Life Gives You Lemons with Gerald Fadayomi (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 56)
Episode 56 of The Student Ministry Podcast features Gerald Fadayomi, longtime youth worker and author. Gerald has an amazing story of how God has worked in His life. After a rough life at home and seeing friends murdered, he got plugged into a church, gave his life to Christ, and began serving in student ministry. … Continue reading When Life Gives You Lemons with Gerald Fadayomi (The Student Ministry Podcast – Episode 56)
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