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Student Ministry Connection
Student Ministry ConnectionBONUS: Youth Leaders, I need your help!Hey, youth leaders! I’m working on a nation-wide research project, and I’d love your help! We’re trying to answer this big question: What helps youth pastors thrive and stick around longer in ministry? We deeply believe that when a youth leader thrives—in their relationship with God, in healthy partnerships with others, and in making disciples—students win. But too many youth leaders are burning out, dropping out, or just hanging on by a thread. That’s why we’re launching a nationwide survey to figure out what actually helps youth leaders flourish long-term—and we want to hear fro...
2025-07-3104 minChristian Living Spotlight
Christian Living SpotlightBrandon Swain- NNYM in Idahohttps://www.nnym.org/brandonswain.htmhttps://www.790kspd.com/christian-living-spotlight/ Welcome to Christian Living Spotlight, a weekly show hosted by Sandy Jones, publisher of Christian Living Magazine, that spotlights people featured in the magazine. Tune in every Saturday at 12 noon on 94.5 FM and 790 AM on Boise's Solid Talk to find out who is in the spotlight!
2025-07-1226 minEncounter with God Together
Encounter with God TogetherIntent, Disappointment & HonorJoin SU President, Gail Martin and guest Tony Villafane, Student Ministry pastor and NNYM Area Coordinator, ​as they a new week’s readings in the book of Acts and 1 Chronicles 10-13. ou can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Tony Villafane, student ministry pastor and NNYM area coordinatorTony is passionate about equipping and empowering teenagers into their God-given influence and calling. He fervently believes that God wants to use teenagers to expedite the Gospel into culture. As the Area...
2025-05-0528 minYouth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast
Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul PodcastTLH143: Staying the Course: Longevity and Mental Health in MinistryIn this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Jody explores the crucial topic of mental health and longevity in youth ministry. Jeff Glenn, a veteran youth pastor with over 26 years of experience, shares in this episode practical ways to manage stress, avoid burnout, and thrive in ministry. What you'll learn: How to prioritize your spiritual and mental health for long-term success in ministry. The role of accountability and networking in sustaining resilience. Practical strategies for managing stress and navigating team dynamics. Why rediscovering your calling can reignite your passion for ministry. How to support students and leaders with...
2024-12-1953 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection144: Keys to Healthy Ministry with Dustin FisherIf we want to be healthy ministry leaders, there are 3 big connections we need to focus on. First, we have to be pursuing Jesus. And the other 2 connections we need are with a network of other youth leaders and with a ministry coach or mentor. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Dustin Fisher joins Steve to discuss how you can make both of those happen.    Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).    Links referenced in this epis...
2024-10-3035 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection143: Longevity in Student Ministry with Jeff GlennHow do we stay in student ministry for the long haul? And what would it look like to be at a church for 10, 15, 20, or more years? That’s exactly what Steve talks about with Jeff Glenn on this episode of Student Ministry Connection. Before stepping into his role with National Network of Youth Ministries, he served as youth pastor of a church for over 26 years.    Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).    Links referenced in this episode:  Lear...
2024-10-1657 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills Podcast071 || Olivia Williamson - Prayer ResourcesIn this episode of the FreeRefills Podcast, Jonny, Steve and Wayne discuss the importance of praying for schools. There is an enormous need to pray for hope, peace, and redemption in schools this school year! Olivia Williamson, from Claim Your Campus, joins us this month to share her experiences with prayer in schools and offers practical tools and resources. Sound Bites - "Praying on school campuses is something we definitely need to talk about." - "Sometimes when we talk about praying on school campuses, we get a little weird. We get a...
2024-09-1046 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection138: Help Parents Have Better Conversations with their TeenagersA student gets home from youth group, camp, or a mission trip, and the parent asks how it was and all they hear is “good.” How can we help parents have better conversations with their teenagers? On this quick episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve shares 5 ways we can help parents to have good conversations with their kids.  Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).  Links referenced in this episode:  Find out how you can participate in NNYM's Footprints on Campus...
2024-08-0607 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection137: How to Evaluate and Change Your MinistryHow do you know when it's time to change or quit doing a program? When is it time to change up the way you do youth group, camp, mission trips, or even VBS? On this quick-hit episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve shares how to evaluate ministry programs and some ways to go about modifying or letting them go when it's time to change it up. Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).  Links referenced in this episode:  Find out mo...
2024-07-2517 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection136: Staying Connected to the Vine with Candice WynnWhy is it sometimes so easy for us to forget Jesus in the middle of ministry? We get caught up in the doing of ministry and don’t spend much time with Jesus himself, the vine (John 15). On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Candice Wynn joins us to talk about staying connected to Jesus and also about her brand new ministry, BOON.  Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).  Links referenced in this episode:  Follow Candice on Instagram: @therevcan  Learn...
2024-07-1039 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills Podcast070 || GLS Next GenGLS Next Gen is an exciting new model to enhance the Global Leadership Summit for a new audience! Join GLS Next Gen team members, Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec, who share their experience in developing this new, exclusive content. We hear the importance of investing in the present to build the future. Join the conversation to identify and nurture leadership potential in young people. Links Mentioned Network Code to receive $99 : SMT24NXTGEN Link to NNYM's GLS NextGen info page: nnym.org/gls Takeaways Leadership training is crucial for the next g...
2024-07-0330 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection135: Keeping a Kingdom Mindset with Steve WhiteHow do we respond when someone decides to leave your church or ministry? Do we have a castle mindset or a kingdom mindset, seeing the bigger picture of the entire church? Steve White joins us this week discuss what it’s like to  have a kingdom mindset and keep it. Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).  Links referenced in this episode:  Follow Mission NextGen on Instagram: @missionnextgen  Learn more about Mission NextGen at https://missionnextgen.com  Connect with Steve White a...
2024-06-2638 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection134: GLS NextGen with Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec How can we train up the next generation of leaders? The Global Leadership Summit has been thinking about that very question and they're ready to answer. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, we talk with Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec, two young leaders from GLS NextGen about what we can expect from this year's event, why you should attend, and why you should consider bringing your team and students along with you. Links referenced in this episode:  Find out more about GLS NextGen - www.nnym.org/gls  Use the discount code SMT24NXTGEN to get...
2024-06-1220 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection133: Captivating Students' Attention When Teaching with Mike HaynesWe've all been there... You're teaching a group of teenagers, but one or more of them aren't paying attention. Frustrating, right? So how do we teach in a way that draws teenagers in and encourages them to engage rather than being distracted by their friends' phones or more. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve is joined by Mike Haynes to discuss how to captivate students' attention and keep it throughout your talk.  Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTION to save 10% off your next order).  Pu...
2024-05-2939 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastLIVE POCAST from Orange ConferenceThe NNYM team discusses their experiences at the Orange Conference and the importance of leaning into the messy aspects of youth ministry and listen to the struggles of young people. Youth ministry is constantly changing and that being together and supporting one another is essential for longevity. Takeaways - Creating a safe and supportive environment is crucial in youth ministry - Allowing young people to explore and wrestle with their faith is important for their spiritual growth - Building a strong relationship with Jesus is the foundation for effective youth...
2024-05-2156 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection132: Raising Up the Next Generation of LeadersHow did you get started in student ministry? And what are you doing to raise up the next generation of leaders? On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve talks about how he got started and also provides some resources that we think will really help us in raising the next generation of leaders that will come after us. Links referenced in this episode:  Leadership Pathway - https://leadershippathway.org  LeaderTreks - https://www.leadertreks.org  Ignite Youth Leadership - https://www.igniteyouthleadership.org  GLS Next Gen - www.nnym.org/gls  Use the discount code SMT24...
2024-05-1618 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection131: Here for It - Orange Conference 2024 RecapAre you here for it? This question was posed at The Orange Conference 2024, and throughout the event, we had main stage and workshop speakers helping us understand how God is here for it and how we can be here for it in order to reach this next generation for Christ. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve is joined by several conference attendees to talk about who was here for them and how they plan to be here for it.  Links referenced in this episode:  Learn more about Orange Conference at https://theorangeconference.com  Free Ref...
2024-05-0116 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills Podcast068 || BONUS - Mission & Vision of NNYMIn this BONUS episode of the FreeRefills Podcast, Wayne and Jonny are joined by Seth Baker, Chief Strategy Officer of the National Network of Youth Ministries, to discusses the mission and vision of NNYM. Seth breaks down the process of developing the mission and vision statements and the importance of asking questions and seeking clarity. Find out more at www.nnym.org/purpose Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Creating a Mission Statement 04:27 Developing Clarity in Mission and Vision 06:50 Thriving in Youth Ministry 09:07 Thriving Youth Leaders and...
2024-04-1825 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 067 || Charlie Conder - Appreciating VolunteersSummary Wayne and Johnny are joined by special guest Charlie Conder to discuss ways to appreciate volunteers in youth ministry! The conversation touches on topics such as burnout, the need for rest and time off, and the power of small group relationships. Hear practical ideas for showing appreciation to volunteers and gain new ideas to appreciate your team... including mailing them www.charliecards.com Want to hear more of Charlie? Join her breakout at Orange Conference 24 this April - find out more at theorangeconference.com Takeaways - Volunteers are the heartbeat of ministry...
2024-04-1740 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 066 || Pauline Ebert and Gerard Gunter - Leading students to Trust the Spirit, Overcome Fear, and Live Boldly!Check out this dynamic discussion with youth leaders Pauline Ebert and Gerard Gunter as they dive into the challenges and importance of evangelism in youth ministry. Discover how to trust the Holy Spirit, overcome rejection fears, and lead by example. Hear inspiring stories of one person's impact and learn about valuable resources for growing in evangelism. Don't miss this empowering episode! Takeaways - Trust the Holy Spirit and allow Him to work in your youth ministry - Overcome the fear of rejection and lead by example - One person can make a significant impact in sharing the gospel ...
2024-03-2540 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 065 || Robert Purvey & Rick Eubanks - Youth Leader DiscipleshipRobert Purvey and Rick Eubanks share about unlocking the power of youth leader discipleship. They discuss the importance of being discipled and the need for mentors in ministry. Robert and Rick highlight the value of networking and building relationships as part of youth leader discipleship. Robert also gives insights on how TENx10 can help provide resources and support for youth leaders seeking discipleship. Takeaways It is important to be discipled oneself before discipling others. When seeking a mentor, inspect their fruit and ensure they align with biblical principles. Build relationships with peers and seek out a...
2024-02-1438 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 064 || Remodeling Youth Ministry with Phil BallPhil Ball wrote the #1 blog post for NNYM in 2023, so we invited him onto the podcast! Youth workers are always looking for ways to renovate and remodel the ministry to be more culturally relevant. Are you looking to find resources for your next remodel? If so, you want to hear this conversation! Takeaways Youth ministry should prioritize discipleship and genuine relationships with students. Creating an engaging and dialogue-based environment is essential for effective youth ministry. Listening to the needs and questions of young people is crucial for meeting them where they are. Youth pastors...
2024-01-2524 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection124: Networking Crossover with Free Refills PodcastAre you connected with other youth leaders around you? In this Student Ministry Connection and Free Refills crossover episode, Wayne Morgan, Travis Deans, and Steve talk about why it's important to find a network, how they've been blessed by ministry networks, and how they originally got connected with National Network of Youth Ministries.  Links referenced in this episode:  Learn more about NNYM at http://nnym.org  Listen to the Free Refills Podcast on your podcast app or at https://www.youthworkers.net/podcast.htm  Register for The Orange Conference at https://theorangeconference.com  Save 10% off your OC24...
2024-01-2435 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 063 || *CROSS POD* with The Student Ministry ConnectionKeem Fares joins the show with Jonny Radcliff to discuss the insights of the episode “Cobra Kai Youth Ministry” from The Student Ministry Connection podcast. On this episode, Travis Deans joins Steve Cullum to discuss what we can learn from Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence, and he also provides 5 things that student ministry must do to keep moving forward.     ------------   Steve Cullum is the Colorado State Coordinator at NNYM. He is a podcaster, a blogger, and a resource creator. You can find more episodes of The Student...
2023-11-2941 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 062 || How Prayer Can Revolutionize Your Group with Barry St. ClairOn this episode Jonny Radcliff and Kevin Miles get the chance to chat with Barry St. Clair. Author of over 30 books, Barry has been on the cutting edge of youth ministry for over five decades. Through his leadership, thousands of churches have implemented Jesus-Focused Youth Ministry strategies. As founder and president of Reach Out Youth Solutions he currently serves as Vice-President of Global Youth Engagement with East-West Ministries. ------ To connect further with Barry or to discover resources as described in this podcast, click here.
2023-10-3137 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection117: Cobra Kai Youth Ministry with Travis DeansHow can we take a Cobra Kai approach to our ministry? I don’t necessarily mean how can we strike first and strike hard and show no mercy, but how can we take some of the principles we see in that show and apply them to our ministry with teenagers. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Travis Deans joins us to discuss what we can learn from Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence, and he also provides 5 things that student ministry must do to keep moving forward.   Links referenced in this episode:  Email Travis at tdeans@nnym...
2023-10-1734 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 061 || How Steve Cullum & Travis Deans found NNYMJoin this month's podcast with two veteran youth workers as they share how they discovered NNYM. Connect with Steve Cullum at stevecullum.com Connect with Travis Deans at 9monthmissiontrip.com ----- Also in this episode we talked about NNYM's Prayer Challenge as well as our Footprints & Funds Campaign head over to our social media for information on both! ----- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ || ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ || ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ------ We want to hear from you! Write us at ⁠⁠podcast@nnym.org⁠⁠ Help us grow the community! Please subscribe, share, and leave a review. For more inform...
2023-08-0937 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection112: Mental Health and Teenagers with Dr. Chinwé WilliamsIt’s no secret that teenagers all over are dealing with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and all kinds of mental health struggles. So how do we support them? On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, we are joined by Dr. Chinwé Williams to talk about mental health and teenagers. Among many things, Dr. Williams is a licensed and board-certified counselor, supervisor, speaker, and author of Seen: Healing Despair and Anxiety in Kids and Teens Through the Power of Connection.  Links referenced in this episode:  Get a chance to win one of Dr. Williams' books by liking this...
2023-08-0833 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection110: Successful Camp Ministry with Jeff HardingHow do we prepare for camp, what do we do during camp, and what is our process for following up and evaluating after camp? It's important to have dedicated experiences within student ministry like camps, mission trips, retreats, and more. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Jeff Harding, of the Youth Ministry Maverick podcast, shares some wise tips on preparation, engagement, and follow-up as we dive into the secrets of a successful camp experience.  Links referenced in this episode:  Check out Jeff's Youth Ministry Maverick podcast at https://youthministrymaverick.com  Learn more about Steve's ministry wit...
2023-07-1139 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection108: Adapting for Context with Brooklyn LindseyPicture this… You’ve gone to a conference, or you’ve read this amazing book, you found a great curriculum, or you heard about this awesome event from another youth pastor, or even from a podcast. And you’re so excited to put it into practice, but then it fails. What happened? More than likely, you didn’t contextualize the idea for your ministry. On this episode, Brooklyn Lindsey joins Steve to talk about adapting ministry ideas for your own context.   Links referenced in this episode:  Follow Brooklyn on Instagram at @brooklynlindsey  Check out Brooklyn's work at stuffyouca...
2023-06-1435 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 060 || Network Before Trauma with Kristi Mayes**WARNING - this episode contains conversations about student suicide.** Networking isn't just for fun events. Networking creates relationships for the most difficult moments in ministry. Kristi shares some amazing examples of communities working together in the middle of tragedy. ----- Join the NNYM team for the upcoming Network Conversation ⁠⁠Get More Info Here⁠⁠ ----- Follow NNYM on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ || ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ || ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ || ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ------ We want to hear from you! Write us at ⁠⁠freerefillspodcast@nnym.org⁠⁠ Help us grow the community! Please subscribe, share, and leave a review. For more information about...
2023-06-0637 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection107: How to Connect with Others in Student MinistryAre you struggling to connect with others doing student ministry in your community? On this "quick-hit" episode, we'll share a couple tips on how to find other youth leaders in your area to get connected and begin collaborating for a more impactful ministry.   Links referenced in this episode:  Find a network or start one at http://nnym.org  Learn more about Steve's ministry with NNYM at http://nnym.org/stevecullum  Sign up to get Steve and Yvette's newsletter at https://bit.ly/cullumnewsletter  Support the ministry by giving online at https://bit.ly/cullumsupport  Contact Steve about...
2023-05-3109 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection106: Middle School Ministry with Heather MahoneyMiddle schoolers can be an interesting bunch, can’t they? One moment, they are bouncing off the walls; and the next, you can have a really meaningful conversation with them about their purpose in the world. And sometimes, those are happening at the exact same time. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, we talk with Heather Mahoney about how middle school ministry has changed over the years, what to keep in mind when working with middle schoolers, and share a few tips to maximize your ministry.  Links mentioned during this episode:  Email Heather at heather@cros...
2023-05-1734 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 059 || Reaching Students in our Community with Morgan Marshall and Jason LambNNYM swag - www.nnym.org/merch for your own merch! Youth Leader Summit on May 24-26, 2023 at LBI in New Jersey - www.hcbible.org/youthleadersummit Morgan Marshall and Jason Lamb join us for this episode of the podcast! Morgan is the Student Minister at Storyline Church. Jason Lamb is the VIce President of Mobilization for Dare 2 Share Ministries! They're mobilizing the students at Storyline in some really creative ways. Check it out! Here are a few links from the podcast: Gospel Advancing - www.dare2share.org/gospel-advancing (keep...
2023-05-0245 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 058 || Reaching the Every with Thomas BrackeenThomas Brackeen was listed as one of Fuller Youth Institute's Top 20 Black Leaders to Follow in 2023! The NNYM team is privileged to have Thomas as a peer to speak into ministry on a regular basis. Thomas drops some incredible truth about Reaching The Every on this episode of the podcast. Let us know what you think! Follow Thomas on Instagram or on Facebook ----- Join the NNYM team for the upcoming Network Conversation Get More Info Here ----- Follow NNYM on: Facebook || Instagram || Twitter || YouTube
2023-03-1341 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 057 || Season 5 Epilogue... Er, Maybe Not!Jonny Radcliff and Wayne Morgan set the stage for the Free Refills podcast in 2023. They might not know what an epilogue is, but they DO know youth ministry. Join them this year as they introduce you to some amazing youth workers to help keep you refreshed, refueled, and reenergized in order to help you carry on in your youth ministry.  ----- Join the NNYM team for the upcoming Network Conversation Get More Info Here ----- Follow us on:  Eventbrite || Facebook || Instagram || Twitter || YouTube ------ ...
2023-03-0312 minStudent Ministry Connection
Student Ministry Connection100: Importance of Networking with Kevin MilesWelcome to episode 100 of Student Ministry Connection, a podcast for those who serve in student ministry, want to connect, and desire to grow. On this very special episode, we talk with Kevin Miles, a veteran youth worker about the importance of networking within student ministry; celebrate by giving a bunch of prizes; and announce some ways you can support the podcast moving forward!  Links mentioned during this episode: Enter our big episode 100 giveaway (until March 10, 2023) at https://bit.ly/stuminconnect100  Enter to win a copy of Know Thy Gamer (until February 28, 2023) at https://bit.ly/gamer98  Fin...
2023-02-2137 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 056 || Season 4 Finale! The encouragement you need now from Shane PruittWe are in the midst of the holiday, specifically Christmas, season. There is a buzz in the air, which creates a rush of excitement, plans be made and accomplished, adrenaline might be spiking, but also stress and anxiety. Christmas is one of the two big marker moments of the year inside of the local church. For us, as youth leaders, depending on our roles, this can be tough to navigate with the responsibilities, our families, and all the things. Shane Pruitt sits with us to share his lived experience and the wisdom he has gained to make...
2022-12-1637 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 055 || Go & Tell Ministry Mindset is What Students Need Now - Corey BlockusIn the past few years we have be seeing and hearing about a shift in youth ministry. It mainly involves the way churches are thinking about how they carry out their ministry model. There was a time when a youth group night was the place to be on mostly Wednesday nights. And it had everything. Now, that isn’t as much of the case. Churches are now shifting from a Come & See model to a Go & Tell. There might be a youth group night, but the focus is more on equipping students to go. The youth leaders are going to...
2022-11-1839 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp. 054 || Responding to Crisis: A practical conversation - Jerry 'Maj' MajorPlans. Most of us have them. We all should have them. We make plans for what we want to happen or what has happened to us in the past. Being in youth ministry we make plans for so many events (programming or life) so that we can feel calm in the midst of the inevitable chaos. For those of us who have a bit of tenure in ministry, we know that a backup plan is vital. One plan that is often overlooked or not thought through is in the event of a crisis. This leaves many of us in...
2022-10-1144 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp. 053 (part 2) || The Next Person Couldn't Look Like Me - Orlando Hale + Stan ElderLeadership development is an important part of not only our own growth but an organization’s growth. It’s vital that we prioritize our mindset to be on a +1 approach. We asked Orlando and Stan to share their experience in exactly that. Stan pursued Orlando to be on the staff of National Network of Youth Ministries. ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More Info Here See the video from the previous conversation here! ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------
2022-09-1928 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp. 053 (part 1) || +1 Leadership Approach - Orlando Hale + Stan ElderLeadership development is an important part of not only our own growth but an organization’s growth. It’s vital that we prioritize our mindset to be on a +1 approach. We asked Orlando and Stan to share their experience in exactly that. Stan pursued Orlando to be on the staff of National Network of Youth Ministries. ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More Info Here See the video from the previous conversation here! ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------
2022-09-0535 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 052 || How Can I Help You? Creating a Strong School Partnership - Danyele EasterhausWe are all in youth ministry because we care deeply about students. Most of us are in settings in which we are close to a school. Our organizations (either you & I or our leadership) want to be connected in more of a partnership with the school or schools that our students attend. This is a simple goal, or so it seems. Danyele Easterhaus sits with us to share how consistency has produced a strong, healthy relationship with the school. ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More Info Here
2022-08-0139 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 051 || Equipping students for a daily mission trip - Travis DeansWe are fully into summer now. For many churches/parachurches/ministries, the summer is filled with reaching your friends through a fun via trip/camp/experience or simply put evangelism. While these have good intentions and may be effective, there is a different approach that we are focusing on today: the school year calendar. It may seem counterintuitive seeing as we finished the school year only days ago, but what if talked about it now so that we planned for the fall now? ----- 9 Month Mission Trip ----- Join us for...
2022-07-0632 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 050 || What happens next after being broken by a church? - Jonathan CaroneSadly, today, you don’t have to look far to find a youth leader who has been hurt/burned by a church/organization. Many times, this person has left vocational ministry or volunteer ministry altogether because of their experiences. Today we are talking about our personal journey of healing and how we are still for the church. ----- Connect with Jonathan Podcast : Unlearning Youth Group @jonathan_carone ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More Info Here See the video from th...
2022-06-0644 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 049 || Stop, Collaborate, and Listen to this episode - José Torres"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." -African Proverb Our guest, José Torres, embodies that spirit in ministry. He shares with us the importance of collaborating with other youth leaders in his community.  ----- Resource Links! Sign Up for National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training - September 24, 2022 ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More Info Here See the video from the previous conversation here! ----- Follow us...
2022-05-0240 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 048 || "If you do ministry alone...you're doing it wrong." - Josh GriffinWe cannot do ministry alone. We must build a team to go with us. Volunteers are the key to successful, thriving ministry.  Josh Griffin sits with Boss to discuss everything he has learn about leading volunteers.  ----- Connect with Josh Instagram ----- Resource Links! Sign Up for National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training - September 24, 2022 Download Youth Ministry First Few Years in Youth Ministry ----- Join us for our next Network Conversation Get More In...
2022-04-0436 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 047 | Give Students a Platform - Emily KrohnMany of us are products of a leader or group of leaders who saw something in us when we were younger. They called it out in us and allowed us to learn within a youth group setting. Now that we are the leader of a ministry, it's our turn to create an environment for students to flourish in their gifts and talents.  Emily Krohn joins us today to share about her experience not only as a ministry leader now, but also about the leaders who created a space for her when she was a student. ...
2022-03-2438 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 046 || Prioritizing the Future of Youth Ministry - Will CumbyGen Z is the most diverse, the most activism driven, and the most digital. We have to be intentionally working on how we will be reaching these students. We dive into a full range of topics with our guest, Will Cumby, to discuss what we can be doing now to prioritize the future in youth ministry.  ----- Connect with Will Instagram ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at fr...
2022-02-2246 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastSeason 4 Trailer || Be IntentionalThe past two years of ministry have required many to pivot strategy, reimagine ministry, and in some cases, rediscover their calling. But one thing is clear: students still need intentional youth workers who will be united in bringing the gospel to every community. That's why our theme for 2022 is Be Intentional. Following the example Jesus set for us, we believe serving students looks like disciplined and diligent service. But what does that mean for you, in your context and in your community? Proverbs 21:5 says, "The plans of the diligent lead to profit." At National Network...
2022-01-1008 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 045 || A Thrill of Hope to Pierce Our Weariness - Eda EsilabaIt’s December. In the ministry context it is one of the busiest times of the year. We have parties for every group we are connected with, if we are in a local church, then we all have Christmas assignments we must plan for, people are excited because it’s Christmas, and then we have all of our own families to think about in the midst of the scramble. There are so many levels of festivities during this month that we can be moving through them without being able to pause in way that we can really take notice of w...
2021-12-1035 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 044 || "I don't wanna" 🚩 🚩 🚩 - Jon CrawfordIt's a real 🚩 🚩 🚩 when we start saying things like, "I don't wanna" when it comes to things that have given us life in the past. If you catch yourself or someone else saying something like this, it may be a sign of burnout.  Our guest, Jon Crawford, speaks on his experience and reality of this and other signs of burnout. Burnout is a REAL thing. It typically shows itself when it's too late. Jon walks through some practical steps for you to take right now to protect yourself. ----- Connect with Jon EMAIL
2021-11-1539 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 043 || Why Boundaries Matter in Ministry - George MossYou are so much more than what you do, so take a break. Create boundaries so that you can keep going. Our guest, George Moss, has a lot of responsibility, like most of us, and that is why we asked him to sit with us to share his insights in managing the tensions in his world.  ----- Connect with George Insta & FB @georgemoss Text George! 616.378.8942 GeorgeMossMusic.com ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------ Did this conversation re...
2021-10-0447 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 42.2 || This will bless you tenfold - Jessica Sanchez and OthersWe want you to be connected with someone else in youth ministry. We want you to stay in youth ministry. We know that youth workers are over-worked, under-valued, and tired. We want you to have a place that you are appreciated, understood, and cared for now. We invited our friends to sit with us over the next two episodes to discuss why being in a network or relationship with other youth leaders is crucial to ministry. Much love to our friends in ministry: Jessica Sanchez, Will Cumby, Matt Swigart, and Zac Workun!
2021-09-2024 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 42.1 || A Movement of Shared Experiences - DYM, UYWI, Lead222, Youth Min Booster, NNYMWe want you to be connected with someone else in youth ministry. We want you to stay in youth ministry. We know that youth workers are over-worked, under-valued, and tired. We want you to have a place that you are appreciated, understood, and cared for now.  We invited our friends to sit with us over the next two episodes to discuss why being in a network or relationship with other youth leaders is crucial to ministry.  Much love to our friends in ministry: Jessica Sanchez, Will Cumby, Matt Swigart, and Zac Workun! ...
2021-09-0632 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 041 || Doubting Myself, God, and My Calling - Jonny RadcliffDoubt is present in all areas of our life. Most of us were taught if we doubted God at any point, our faith was in question.  What do you do when you doubt? Where do you go with that doubt?  Jonny speaks about how he has navigated his time of doubt and how he encourages us to handle it as well.  ----- Connect with Jonny Email ----- Resources Mentioned The Reason for God - Tim Keller ----- Follow us on...
2021-08-2740 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 040 || Being Coached is Crucial and Here's Why - Kent BjurstromYou need coaching; always. Your leadership can continue to grow no matter how long you have been in ministry. You will be better, your volunteers will be better, your students will receive the best because of it.  Kent Bjurstrom joins us to share his experience and insights from being coached and coaching others. ----- Connect with Kent Insta ----- Resources Mentioned Student Ministry Coach Cohort Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen Covey The Path Between Us b...
2021-07-2640 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 039 || Why Ministry By Yourself is Not Sustainable - Carrie BrooksAs the African proverb tells us, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” We are meant for relationships. We thrive in community with others. This holds true in our vocations as well. Being coached/mentored in ministry will be the best investment you can make.  Carrie Brooks joins us to share her experience and insights from being coached and coaching others. ----- Connect with Carrie Email ----- Resources Mentioned Lead The Generation Order...
2021-07-1637 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills Podcast038 || New Way Forward: Addressing the Changing Landscape of Youth Ministry - Chris MooreOur world has changed. Our day-to-day has changed. We have all had to make adjustments and shifts; even our ministries. Our mission has not though. What adjustments do we need to make in order to reach students for Christ in our communities?  Chris Moore joins us to share what God has placed on his heart for today's ministry. ----- Connect with Chris Instagram ----- Resources Mentioned Canoeing the Mountain Online Influencers Program Youth Pastor Round Table Youth With A M...
2021-06-0753 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 037 || This Matters: AAPI Parents - Tara VanderwoudeThe month of May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Our time together all this month will be focused on conversations about AAPI experiences to raise our awareness so that we can serve students, adult leaders, and people in our communities well.  We asked Tara Vanderwoude to sit with us to share her experience as a member of the AAPI community, as a parent, and as a leader. ----- Connect with Tara Website Facebook ----- Mentioned So God created mankind in h...
2021-05-2459 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 036 || This Matters: Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Conversations - Jeremy ChenThe month of May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Our time together all this month will be focused on conversations about AAPI experiences to raise our awareness so that we can serve students, adult leaders, and people in our communities well. We asked Jeremy Chen to sit with us to share his experience. ----- Connect with Jeremy Facebook Twitter Email ----- Book Mentioned The Making of Asian America The Empire of Pain ----- Follow...
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Free Refills PodcastEp 035 || What if you told yourself 'yes' instead of 'no'? - Lauren MalloryHow many times have you told yourself 'no' when thinking about prioritizing your physical health? What would it be like if you started with a 'yes'?  We are joined by Lauren Mallory as she shares her journey of making her physical health a top priority. She unpacks how that decision has impacted many other areas of her life in a positive way, including ministering to students. ----- Connect with Lauren @laurenmallory60 ----- Book Mentioned Try Softer ----- Follow us on Instagram
2021-04-1947 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 034 || Prioritizing Our Physical Health - Jacob EckebergerOur theme this month is about Prioritizing our physical health in ministry. This comes during the Easter season in which we celebrate new life, so we thought we would talk about possible new priorities. In youth ministry it can be difficult to prioritize our physical health with the late nights, pizza, Mountain Dews..etc. We asked Jacob to sit with us today to share about his personal journey in prioritizing his health along with some practical tips we can apply today if we choose. ----- Connect with Jacob Email: jacob.eckeberger...
2021-04-0554 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 033 || Building Better Teams of Volunteers - Jon BrownBuilding the best team is essential to any successful vision. It's especially true when volunteers are needed. Recruiting volunteers is often a top need, but requires the most energy from us as it is not our favorite part of ministry.  In this conversation with Jon Brown, we discuss practical steps to implement a recruiting strategy for building the best volunteer ministry team. Jon has over 20+ years of vocational ministry many of them at the same church! ----- Connect with Jon @pjon ----- Books Mentioned Chasing V...
2021-03-2251 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 032 || Building Better Teams w/ Women & Men - Maggie JohnsonOur theme this month is Building Better Teams. This is key to creating culture, carrying out the vision of the ministry, and impacting our community. Not only is this an important aspect to focus on for staff hires but also for volunteers as well. Maggie and Boss have a chat about leading with both genders. ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a...
2021-03-0845 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 031 || Light in the Darkness: Mental Health - Lenia QueenOur theme this month is Light in the Darkness. We are focusing on mental health within youth ministry. Not just students, but us as leaders. The winter months can be difficult as seasonal depression is on the rise, we are still currently in a pandemic, some of our jobs security is uncertain, and a list of other stressors in life affect us daily. Today we talk with Lenia Queen about how mental health and our faith journey connect, the impact of mental health within the Black community, and practical steps we can take to cope productively. -----
2021-02-1758 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 030 || SEASON 3 PREMIER - Meet the VoicesSeason 3 is HERE! We are back with an exciting season of Free Refills.  Today's episode you will meet the voices behind the mics. Boss sits with Dusty, Nick, Maggie, and Orlando as they share what God has placed on their heart for this coming year.  ----- Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------ Connect with the Voices Boss Hogge Dusty Bratzler Nick Damonte Maggie Johnson Orlando Hale ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We...
2021-02-0438 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEp 029 || No Reset ButtonHere we are, it's 2021, and not much has changed. Is it another year, yes. Is it odd to say 2021, yes. You know what it isn't different: our mission. It has not reset, it has not quit. it has not stalled. It is the same today as it was in 2020: to reach EVERY student in our community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us g...
2021-01-0408 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 028 || Am I a Good Youth Leader? - AJ Gonzalez & Lynn Ault2020 has been a ride, to say the least. It wasn’t what any of us expected or planned. Our 2020 vision campaigns wound up being so blurry on what actually happened. However, God was and is not surprised by this. He is still working; he never stopped. When we allow ourselves to let go of what we hoped to happen and see where God has us planted right now, the opportunities will arise.   We invited AJ Gonzalez and Lynn Ault to share about their perspective and realities of this year as they led in ambiguity.   ----- 
2020-12-161h 09Free Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 027 || Leading with a Heart of Gratitude - Steve CullumA heart of gratitude and thanksgiving changes our leadership. It is something we strive to have but uncertain times can create our heart to want more than we have. This is turn impacts the way we lead in every aspect of life.   Steve Cullum sits with us to discuss how he has established a rhythm to be grateful daily.   ----- Connect with Steve Website The Student Ministry Podcast ----- Watch this conversation on YouTube Subscribe to our new channel! ----- Follow us...
2020-11-1651 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 026 || Discipleship, Engagement, Formation // The DEFs of Ministry - Mike HickersonSecondary discipleship is the reality of people discipling people after they have been discipled. When we get down to it, it's simply discipleship as it was intended.   Our returning guest today, Mike Hickerson, has made an effort at applying this within his church community and helping other churches implement it into their culture.  -----  Connect with Mike  -----  Watch this conversation on YouTube Subscribe to our new channel! ----- Follow us on Instagram  @youthminnetworks  ------  Did this conversation resonate with you...
2020-09-2147 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 025 || Secondary Discipleship - Rev. Jonathan QueenSecondary discipleship is the reality of people discipling people after they have been discipled. When we get down to it, it's simply discipleship as it was intended.  Our guest today, Reverend Jonathan Z Queen, has made this the foundation of ministry his entire ministry life.  ----- Connect with Jonathan 1 of Them ----- Check us out on YouTube!  Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at fre...
2020-09-0854 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 024 || How to Have a Kingdom Imagination - Anne WilsonWhat if momentum could be achieved another way than we are accustomed to doing? What if our vision for how that is played out is not big enough? What if it wasn't that hard in the first place? Anne Wilson sits with us today to share her experience in her context as her vision for youth ministry broadened before COVID, which then changed everything for COVID. ----- Connect with Anne ----- Check us out on YouTube!  Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did t...
2020-08-171h 07Free Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 023 || Reimagining Momentum - Mike HickersonMomentum is what many of us strive to find in ministry. It proves we are moving towards our goal. COVID paused our momentum. It's time now that we redefine momentum as life has changed drastically from what we have known.  As leaders, it is on us to define the metrics we rate in order to find patterns and goals to progress. We all want it. We have an opportunity to reimagine momentum.   -----  Books/Resources mentioned  The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer  The Good and Beautiful God: Falling in Lov...
2020-08-0554 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 022 || Leading in the Two Pandemics - Tommy Nixon & Mike De VitoThere are two realities in our world: the pandemic of the novel coronavirus and the pandemic of racism. We must face them both. In order to do that, we must be active listeners to the perspectives of others that are different than our own. It will not always be easy. It will most likely be uncomfortable. Yet we must gain understanding in order to advance.  Our guests today are Tommy Nixon, CEO of Urban Youth Workers Institute, and Mike De Vito, the Southwest Regional Coordinator for NNYM.  ----- Books/Resources mentioned Bl...
2020-07-141h 06Free Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 021 || Am I afraid or do I have a lack of desire? - Randy DavisWhat pushes us to action? What kept us from action before this moment?  We will unpack these personal questions in our episode with Randy Davis, NNYM CEO, regarding the national events of racial justice and injustice. We must, as leaders and people, identify what has kept us from speaking out and standing in the gap for the marginalized in order to move past our inaction. Black lives matter. This is not a trendy phrase we are jumping on to be relevant; we believe this and act accordingly. We commit to listening and d...
2020-06-2933 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 020 || Freedom from the Comparison Trap as Leaders (part 1) - David GrantComparing ourselves to others is nothing new. It's more prevalent than ever during the quarantine due to everyone's ministry being online.  Our guest, David Grant, shares a personal God experience which provided him freedom from the comparison trap he found himself falling into regularly.  ------ Books Mentioned The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer ------ Check us out on YouTube!  Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us...
2020-06-0143 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 019 || It's time to be real, Church - Heather FliesLet's be real: this time during the Great Quarantine has made us rethink many aspects of life and ministry. Everything has been different. A crisis is the ultimate revealer; it amplifies the good and the not so good.  Today we sit with Heather Flies as we discuss what God has revealed in us during this time of crisis along with what we will keep and let go in the re-opening of life.  ------ Connect with Heather @heatherflies heather.flies@wooddale.org ------ Heather's Soft Drink Re...
2020-05-1851 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 018 || Post-Quarantine Youth Ministry - Vince ParkerYouth ministry during a pandemic is not a season of ministry anyone ever wished for or expected. The impact on our daily, weekly, or monthly routines has changed the landscape of ministry now. Was it the needed change for youth ministry? Will it last? Only time will tell. Our guest, Vince Parker, sits down with us to discuss what he is learning through this quarantine as well as what he sees as needed changes in the youth ministry world.  ------ Connect with Justin @vincelparker Vince.Parker@Life.Church
2020-05-0455 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 017 || Fired But Back At It (part 2) - Randy Davis, NNYM CEOSPECIAL EPISODE! Live studio audience edition.  This happens a lot. With our current reality of stay-at-home orders in place to flatten the curve of the spread of the novel coronavirus, it's happening more. Churches are making decisions to cut youth leaders because of the drop in giving. Our conversation with our guest today, Randy Davis - CEO for National Network of Youth Ministries, has two different transitions: resigning and being let go. Randy speaks about how these two moments in his ministry journey have shaped his prayers for ministering to youth leaders across the nation. ...
2020-04-2058 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 016 || Fired But Back At It (Part 1) - Justin KnowlesThis happens a lot. With our current reality of stay-at-home orders in place to flatten the curve of the spread of the novel coronavirus, it's happening more. Churches are making decisions to cut youth leaders because of the drop in giving.  Our conversation with our guest today, Justin Knowles, was scheduled before all of this happened. However, it's relevant and more prevalent in our community. Justin shares with us about how he navigated the reality of being let go, yet stayed in youth ministry.  ------ Connect with Justin @justinknowles3 ju...
2020-04-0344 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 015 || Managing Ministry Overwhelm (Part 2) - Elle CampbellEver have those moments where you feel the weight or burden of ministry and family responsibilities keeping you from moving forward? You might have a sense that nothing can be done because there is so much to be done.  Us too. In our second part of our series on Managing Ministry Overwhelm, we invited Elle Campbell from Stuff You Can Use to share her journey in finding her inner peace, ministry hacks, and rhythms to continue in ministry when this feeling sets in.  ------ Connect with Elle Campbell Socials: @st...
2020-03-1645 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 014 || Managing Ministry Overwhelm (part 1) - Orlando HaleOrlando Hale, Cincinnati coordinator for NNYM, joins us today to speak about his experience of learning to manage ministry overwhelm. If you or someone you know is in the Cincinnati area, connect to Orlando! ------ Connect with Orlando Hale Email: ohale@nnym.org ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about t...
2020-03-0252 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 013 || Experiencing God's Redemption in Our Pain - Cory FreeseCory Freese, Idaho state coordinator for NNYM, joins us for our conversation on seeing and experiencing God's redemption in our pain. Cory has a powerful story to share with you today.  ------ See a more in-depth version of his story here: https://youtu.be/TGEOzAcRvGQ ------ Connect with Cory Freese Email: cfreese@nnym.org Call or text: 208.484.7177 ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the National Network of...
2020-02-1753 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 012 || Season 2 Intro & God's Redemption in Our Pain - Drew WrightWe're back! Season 2 has begun and we are so stoked for this round. We are upping our game by bringing double the episodes each month. Both will be around the same theme. Our goal is to provide you with multiple perspectives with the hope of creating crucial conversations for you and your ministry friends as you journey together.  We are also so pumped to have Drew Wright back with us (Episode 002 guest) to give us an update on his life. Drew's incredible testimony continues as he shares how God is redeeming his pain from the loss of t...
2020-02-031h 04Free Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 011 || Live from NYWC Tampa 2019Wisdom Around the Water Cooler* We took advantage of the opportunity to be with you at the National Youth Workers Convention in Tampa, FL! You may hear some familiar names and voices here as we asked youth workers their advice in ministry. ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org  Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the National Network of Youth Mi...
2019-12-1651 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 010 || Local Church & Parachurch Partnering Together - Nate BirdineDo you work with other youth leaders in your community? Are you unsure how to develop a relationship with a local church or parachurch? We asked Nate Birdine to join us in this conversation. Nate leads a parachurch ministry and is a youth pastor at his local church.  ------ Connect with Nate @natebirdine The Youth of the Nation Podcast ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the Na...
2019-11-0451 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 009 || Mental Health in Youth Ministry - Brock MorganYouth ministry is a grind physically, mentally, and spiritually. As leaders we are focused on students and volunteers in our community. It is easy to overlook taking care of ourself because we are so focused on others.  Being mentally healthy must be our first priority so that we can be fully present for others. We asked Brock Morgan to join us to share about his journey in mental health.  ------ Connect with Brock @realbrockmorgan Check out his NEW BOOK: Beautiful Rebellion: Joining the Movement to Change the World ...
2019-10-0751 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 008 || What do you mean bi-vocational? - Thomas BrackeenA growing reality for communities is the presence of bi-vocational youth leaders. What do we mean by this? A youth leader who works not only for their church or organization but also carries another, sometimes full-time, job. We invited Thomas Brackeen to share with us the nuances and benefits of being a bi-vocational youth leader for over 15 years in his community.  ------ Connect with Thomas Keepitrealfridays.com ------ Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from y...
2019-09-0252 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 007 || Enneagram: What is it and why is it helpful? - Michelle HoggeYou've probably heard of it, fully bought into it, or completely rejected it at this point. We invited, Michelle Hogge, Boss's wife, to join us in our conversation as we learn about this craze moving around the ministry world.   ------  Resources mentioned in this episode  The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Cron & Suzanne Stabile Enneagram Institute  ------  Follow us on Instagram @youthminnetworks  ------  Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at fr...
2019-08-051h 02Free Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 006 || Owning your day off - Josh GriffinCreating and protecting a day off can seem not worth it. Many of us push through without thinking there are possible consequences. We are stoked to have Josh Griffin join us in our conversation today to ell us about his experience and what he has learned through the years of why it is so important to have and keep a day off with consistency. ------ Connect with Josh @joshuagriffin on all socials Download Youth Ministry  ------ NYWC 2019 Ticket Giveaway CLICK HERE for your chance to w...
2019-07-0155 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 005 || Being offensive will keep you in ministry - Donishia DuncanWe have all heard it: defense wins championships. That may be true in sports, but not in ministry. If we are really going to last through the long haul, we must be offensively minded.  We are joined by Donishia Duncan in our conversation as she discusses just how important it is for us as leaders in ministry to be studying God's Word for our own sake not simply for message prep.  ------ Connect with Donishia donishiaduncan@gmail.com Learn more about Anchorsaway Anchorsaway.org ------...
2019-06-1058 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastBonus || Voices of Women in Youth Ministry - Ashley Bohinc & Kelsey MorganWe all benefit when everyone is represented at the table.  It's no secret youth ministry is a male-dominated vocation. Listen in as Boss is joined by Ashley Bohinc and Kelsey Morgan as they share their stories and experiences of ministry from their perspective.  We not only need women at the table, but we want women at the table. We are better together because we are not alone.  ------ Connect with Ashley @ashleymariebohinc Connect with Kelsey @realkelseymorgan ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We...
2019-06-0158 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 004 || A Female’s Voice in Youth Ministry - Julia TuckerWe all benefit when everyone is represented at the table.  It's no secret youth ministry is a male-dominated vocation. We invited Julia Tucker to join us to share her journey and her perspective as a youth pastor. We not only need women at the table, but we want women at the table. We are better together because we are not alone.  ------ Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, sh...
2019-05-0658 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 003 || Being pursued while pursuing others - Tim EldredHave you experienced the thought or feeling of exhaustion because you are pursuing everyone in your life or ministry and you are not being pursued? We get that feeling too.  In this episode we talk with Tim Eldred, a longtime youth leader, to share with us what he has done to overcome this feeling when it sets in for him.  ------ SPECIAL OFFER! Tim has generously given us a discount code to share with you! April 1 - April 30 ONLY Use code "NNYM25" for 25% OFF yo...
2019-04-0151 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastOverflow || Drew WrightOur conversation with Drew Wright continues with more honesty and rawness as this was not planned or expected.  If you have not listened to the full episode, go back to Episode 002 to hear Drew's full story.  Reach out to Drew: drew@fbcjenks.org Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the National Network of Youth Ministries (NNYM) or to...
2019-03-1815 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 002 || Leading through personal pain and grief - Drew WrightThis month's episode is heavy. Listen in as our guest, Drew Wright, shares his personal journey through the darkest moments of his life. Drew has an incredible story!  Resources mentioned in this episode: Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero Psalm 13 Reach out to Drew: drew@fbcjenks.org Did this conversation resonate with you? We want to hear from you! Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review. ...
2019-03-0449 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastBONUS || IsolationListen as Boss and Dusty have a special guest, Wayne Morgan, NNYM executive team member, as they talk about the recent headlines of sexual abuse in youth ministry in our country.  They discuss the topic of isolation and how that can be detrimental to us as leaders.  Questions, Comments, Contact us: Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the National Network of Youth Ministries (NNYM) or to find a community/network of leaders in your are...
2019-02-1831 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastEpisode 001 || What makes you want to walk away from youth ministry? - Nick DamonteListen as Boss and Dusty discuss with Nick Damonte (not really a guest) what has made him want to quit youth ministry. Also listen to what he has gone through and what is currently going through in his own ministry and how he has found support to stay in ministry. Questions, Comments, Contact us: Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org Did you want to connect with Nick? Reach out to him: nicd@scf.net Help us grow the community! Subscribe...
2019-01-2442 minFree Refills Podcast
Free Refills PodcastIntro || Who we are and why Free RefillsWelcome to our first episode! Meet our hosts, Boss Hogge, Dusty Bratzler, and Nick Damonte as they share how they met, why they felt led to do a podcast, and the “stuff” we will be talking about in the future.  Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, and leave a review.  For more information about the National Network of Youth Ministries (NNYM): www.nnym.org Write us at freerefillspodcast@nnym.org. We would love to hear from you!
2019-01-2419 min