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Teenagers are interesting creatures. Even more unique are the brave individuals who commit to loving and serving them. Join Kyle and Derek, two of your neighborhood youth pastors, who dive into all things youth ministry. Their comedic transparency is sure to leave you with a few laughs and a greater understanding of the "how" and "why" behind a successful youth group. Whether you're a student, parent, youth pastor or aspiring glutton for punishment...you are sure to find something of value here in our podcast.
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E113 - Battle of the Schools
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Public school, private school, homeschool... every youth ministry sees students from every type of educational system. In today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about the pros and cons of each school type from a ministry perspective.
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
E112 - A.I. and Youth Ministry
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
The world is a changing place, and technology is always at the forefront. A.I. is the new thing, and like most technology, it can be both a blessing and a curse. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into the world of A.I., talking about how it can help in ministry and areas to avoid using it.
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
E111 - Ministry Q&A
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
We have questions! On today's episode, Kyle and Derek tackle questions ranging from their first sermons to ministry struggles to preferred golf clubs.
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
E110 - Church Competition
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Most towns have multiple churches. Many churches are even on the same street. But on today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about how churches competing against each other is completely missing the mark.
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
E109 - Church Security
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Churches, and other places of worship, have heightened their conversations on security over the last 20 years. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about what church security and medical teams should look like.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
E108 - How to Ask For Help
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Ministry can feel like a silo sometimes, and the health of pastors often gets ignored. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into some practical advice when it comes to asking those around you for help and accountability.
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
E107 - Baptism
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into baptism, what it was in Jesus' day, and what it should look like in our churches.
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
E106 - Worship Songs We Hate
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Everyone has different tastes when it comes to worship music, and that's ok! But there are some songs that we... just... disagree with. At least on some level. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek discuss some of the worship songs that they don't think are right for certain settings.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
E105 - Is Thor in the Bible?
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Ok, hear us out... On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into a wild theory that maybe, just maybe, the MCU and Jesus are connected in ways we never thought of before.
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
E104 - Gen Alpha
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and then... Gen Alpha?!? On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into what makes this next generation unique and how to best reach them in youth ministry.