How NOT To Be a Youth Pastor

E95 - What To Do When Your Pastor Leaves Suddenly

When a Lead Pastor leaves a church, they typically transition out over a few weeks. In some cases, however, that "transition" can happen overnight. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek continue their series on Pastoral Transition by talking about a sudden change in church leadership from the church's point of view.

E94 - What Happens When a Pastor Has a Moral Failure

It's the thing you hope and expect never happens. Unfortunately, when God works with imperfect people, people fail. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek discuss what happens to a pastor when they have a moral failure.

E93 - Pastors Are Held To a Higher Standard

When you sign up to shepherd God's people, you sign on for a higher standard than other people are held to. With great responsibility comes great... responsibility? On today's episode, Kyle and Derek dive into their highly anticipated series on pastoral integrity and what happens when pastors fall.

E92 - You’re Not Doing Enough

Many Youth Pastors think they are doing everything they possibly can for their students. In reality, there might be a whole lot more you should be doing. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about the ways Youth Pastors are sometimes inefficient, and how they can get more done faster.

E91 - You’re Doing Too Much

Many pastors tend to overwork themselves. Often times, everything we are doing is good, there's just too much of it! On today's episode, Kyle and Derek start a two part series on workload by talking about some of the signs that you might be doing too much.

E90 - I Want To Go Into a Secular Field. Now What?

Mathematically, more young people will choose careers in secular fields than in ministry. Which is how it should be! In the conclusion of their three part series, Kyle and Derek take a look at how students can prep for a career in a secular field, and how God has still called them to be a part of the Body of Christ.

E89 - I Want To Be a Missionary. Now What?

Serving God around the world is a noble choice to make, but also a difficult one. For students who want to go into missions, what are the next steps to get there? On today's episode, Kyle and Derek discuss some of the practical steps students can take to prepare themselves for missions.

E88 - I Want To Go Into Ministry. Now What?

Many students feel called to go into ministry. But are you? And if you are, what are the next steps? On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about how to know if you're called into ministry, and some next steps to take.

E87 - Buying Merch For Your Youth Ministry

Many ministries and churches will utilize clothing, mugs, or other merchandise to promote their brand and create unity amongst their congregation. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about some of their experiences with merch, as well as some common mistakes to avoid.

E86 - What do I do When All My Seniors Leave?

The toughest part of youth ministry is that all your students eventually leave. On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about what to do when you have a large group of seniors leaving at the same time.