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All Things Youth MinistryEpisode #9 Multi-Site Churches, Attributes of a Youth Pastor, and Encouragement for LeadersIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into an awesome conversation with the one and only, Kenny Hackbarth. Kenny serves as the Campus Pastor at The Chapel McHenry. In this conversation they chat about what Kenny desires from a student ministry. We also discusses how a Youth Pastor can best come alongside their Senior Pastor/Head Pastor/Campus Pastor. Make sure to stay until the end to hear some encouragement from Kenny. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader.Instagram:2021-12-0925 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #8 Transitions, Casting Vision, and What We Are EnjoyingThe boys are back!!!! In this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of how to keep Jesus at the center of our lives through transitions and crazy seasons of life. They also cast vision (or something like that) for the future and hopes of this podcast. We also chat towards the end of the episode about what we have been reading, listening to, watching, and other things we have been enjoying in life. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader.2021-10-2931 min
All Things Youth MinistryEpisode #7 Building Relationships with Students feat. Madison SmithIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of how to build relationships with students with a very special guest, Madison Smith. Maddi is currently the Youth Pastor at First Baptist Church of Mebane in Mebane, North Carolina. Maddi shares all about how to build relationships with students and also what some healthy boundaries are. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader.Mark Vincenti's book Pursuing the Third Option:https://www.amazon.com/Pursuing-Third-Option-Following-Polarized/dp/1731506430/ref=sr_1_1...2021-06-0425 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #6 How to Replace Yourself feat. Alex MilesIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of how to replace yourself with a very special guest, Alex Miles. Alex used to be the Student Pastor at Hope Church but now he serves there as the Online Pastor. Alex talks about his experiences as a Student Pastor and what the process of replacing yourself looks like in ministry. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader. Mark Vincenti's book Pursuing the Third Option: https://www.amazon.com/Pu...2021-05-1534 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #5 The Buffaloes of Youth MinistryIn this fun episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak jump into the topics of fun and games. They share some funny stories from their past and talk about the importance and heart behind having fun in a youth ministry. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader.Mustard Seed Art Co Instagram:@atym_podcast@zakry_cummings@shoupereitis2021-05-0133 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #4 Leadership Change, and Going from a Student to a Leader feat. Nathan MurrinIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of leadership change with a very special guest, Nathan Murrin. Nathan is a sophomore at UW Platteville. Nathan serves as a small group leader in Zak's ministry and has attended The Chapel for over 10 years. Nathan talks all about what leadership change looks like and what his experience has been like going from a student in the ministry to a leader. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader. M...2021-04-1253 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #3 Small Groups, Adult Leaders, and Outside Events feat. Jen PolizziIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of small groups with a very special guest, Jen Polizzi. Jen serves at Zak's church, The Chapel, as a small group leader. Jen has served numerous places in the church and is also on staff at The Chapel in Human Resources. In this episode Jen walks us through what it is like to navigate being a small group leader and having a family. She gives us practical ways to engage with our small groups outside of student night and encourages all of our...2021-03-2639 minAll Things Youth MinistryEpisode #2 Discipleship, Leaders, and Volunteers feat. Benji BakerIn this weeks episode of All Things Youth Ministry Connor and Zak dive into the topic of discipleship with a very special guest, Benji Baker. Benji has been in ministry for 16 years and has been at Fellowship Bible Church in Murfreesboro, TN for over 12 years. In this episode Benji walks us through what biblical discipleship looks like, what materials to possibly use, and so many other awesome things. We also get into the topics of leaders and volunteers on this episode. We hope this episode helps you grow as a youth pastor, youth worker, volunteer, parent, or leader. ...2021-03-0551 min
All Things Youth MinistryEpisode #1 IntroductionsIn the very first episode of All Things Youth Ministry, Connor Shoup and Zakry Cummings dive head first into the world of podcasts. In this episode you will get an insight into their youth ministry careers and hear the vision behind this podcast. You will also get to learn their hobbies, where they are from, and how they got to where they are today. You will also get an insight into their personalities and even learn their enneagram number (Whoooot). Connor and Zak are excited to learn and grow alongside all of you!!Mustard...2021-02-2627 min