The RYM Podcast

John gives a brief update, discusses some helpful resources, & then gives a preview for season 7 which drops on September 24th ( www.rym.org ).

304 - In this episode, John talks with Reagan Rose, creator of the Redeeming Productivity blog and podcast ( www.rym.org ).

303 - In this episode, Matt & Scott reflect on their youth ministries and how the coronavirus is shaping the way they think about life and ministry ( www.rym.org ).

302 - Dr. A.J. Swoboda joins the podcast to talk about pursuing sabbath rest and what that might look like post-pandemic ( www.rym.org ).

306 - In this episode, Tim Challies joins John to discuss possible ways to re-enter life and ministry after this pandemic ( www.rym.org ). 

John gives a quick update on the direction of Season 6, as well as, some of the notable guests who will join him ( www.rym.org ).

300 - In this episode, a "new host" is introduced to the podcast ( www.rym.org ).

300 - In this second part of the 300th episode, John welcomes a special guest to discuss a staple of each episode.

300 - The backstory of The Local Youth Worker podcast is shared in this 300th episode "celebration." ( www.rym.org )

299 - Sara Litten, Drew Lintz, & Willis Weatherford join John to discuss youth ministry during this pandemic ( www.rym.org )

298 - Scotty Smiths joins John to discuss prayer encouragements, marriage, staff relationships and so much more ( www.rym.org ).

297 - In this episode, John & Les discuss the dynamics of ministry and marriage ( www.rym.org ).

296 - Rev. Joe Novenson joins John to talk about relationships in ministry. They discuss Joe's most recent sabbatical, as well as, a spectrum of relational perspectives in the ministry ( www.rym.org ).

295 - Scott Herron, Matt Beham, Katie Van Eperen, & Linda Oliver join John to discuss youth ministry in light of the coronavirus pandemic ( www.rym.org ).

294 - James Forsyth, Katie Van Eperen, Chantel Renee, Walt Mueller, & John Perritt facilitate a discussion focused on youth ministry with a group of youth workers ( www.rym.org ). 

293 - Ashley Clark and John Trapp join the podcast to continue the discussion of ministry relationships. John served as the former youth pastor of Ashley's children, so the two share their perspective on that ministry partnership ( www.rym.org ).

292 - In this episode, John kicks off season 5 with Rev. Kurt Cooper and explains the miniseries of "Ministry Relationships." ( www.rym.org ) 

John gives a quick preview of season 5 and shares some other ministry-related news ( www.rym.org )

291 - In this episode, Scott & Sam continue their discussion on priorities and the church. How do youth workers encourage and challenge parents to see youth ministry as a priority among many good opportunities? ( www.rym.org )

In this episode, John welcomes Julie Lowe of CCEF to discuss the topic of body image. Note: This interview was planned for Parenting Today, but due to scheduling conflicts it was posted here ( www.rym.org ).

289 - How can youth workers encourage parents to engage in the discipleship process? Sam & Scott join John to discuss some difficulties and practical ways that can assist youth workers with this dilemma ( www.rym.org ).

288 - Dr. Walt Mueller joins John to discuss ministry leaders falling away, partnering with parents, and youth ministry essentials ( www.rym.org )

Jonathan Davie joins John on the podcast to discuss youth ministry in the context of Scotland ( www.rym.org ).

In this episode, Michael Hall joins John to talk about RYM's YLT conference ( www.rym.org ). 

285 - Robert Row joins John to discuss the work he does with seeJesus and shares over 20 years of student and family ministry experience ( www.rym.org ).