Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast

TITLE: The 8 Most Common False Beliefs About Jesus DESCRIPTION: Often, when you hear students talking about their Jesus, you almost have to ask, "What Jesus are you referring to?" Because the Jesus described today by many self-proclaimed Christians, celebrities, and media personalities sounds nothing like the Son of God found in the Bible. Let's take a look at the many different false views of Jes...

TITLE: 10 Power Tips for Administering Your Ministry DESCRIPTION: There's a lot more to Student Ministry than hanging out with kids and teaching Bible lessons; in fact, many leaders spend less than 10% of their time interacting with students. This session explores insights to help set the right expectations for doing the rest of the role, with tips for managing your time, leading your team, and ta...

TITLE: Leading Through Pastoral Change DESCRIPTION: When the senior pastor at a church leaves, it can often be a tough situation for the remaining members of the ministerial staff. Even with a degree of uncertainty, those experiences can be a time of personal and ministry growth for the remaining staff. We will examine how to navigate various situations staff members may encounter and how to utili...

TITLE: The Rise of Post-COVID Gen Z + Alpha in Missions DESCRIPTION: The largest and fastest growing generations on the planet are our NOW missionaries, but they are also very difference from pre-COVID Gen Z. Let's talk about how to creatively engage them, help them overcome their unique barriers to going, and equip them for long-lasting relationships with others and the church. LEADER: Sarah Farl...

TITLE: Wonderfully Made DESCRIPTION: Join Dr. Six as he shares insights on how to be biblically faithful and conversant with students struggling with their sexual identity. LEADER: Dr. Jonathan Six, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and pract...

TITLE: Great Events With Any Budget DESCRIPTION: Big budgets aren't required to create unforgettable ministry experiences. In this breakout, you'll discover practical strategies, creative ideas, and resourceful hacks to design high-impact events that engage students and leaders--whether you have thousands to spend or just a shoestring budget. Learn how to maximize what you already have, tap into c...

TITLE: Connecting Students to Older Generations DESCRIPTION:  This breakout session emphasizes the vital importance of bridging student ministries with senior adult ministries to foster intergenerational connections within the church. Drawing from biblical examples and practical experiences, the session highlights why and how to integrate these groups effectively. LEADER: Aaron Sibley, Minister to...

TITLE: Raising Kids in Ministry DESCRIPTION: Ministry is a calling. Parenting is a calling. How do we thrive in both? Join us as we explore practical strategies, biblical encouragement, and real-life stories about navigating the unique challenges of parenting while serving in ministry. Whether you're raising young children or parenting teens, this conversation will help you discover rhythms of gra...

TITLE: Emerging Ministry Trends of Sex and Gender DESCRIPTION:  In this engaging breakout session, youth leaders will explore the evolving landscape of sex and gender within ministry contexts. As societal norms shift and young people's understanding of identity becomes more complex, it is crucial for ministry leaders to respond with empathy, knowledge, and authenticity. LEADER: Jonathan Chapman, B...

TITLE: The Awkward Dance: Parents & Youth Ministry DESCRIPTION: Ministry to students is important. But ministry with parents? That's where long-term discipleship takes root. We all know it's important, but sometimes it feels like it hasn't worked! In this breakout, join Zac Workun-co-author of  Define the Relationship -as they unpack the research-backed, story-rich guide to reimagining how you...

TITLE: You're Part of This: The Next Generation and the Nations (Main Session) DESCRIPTION: This session combines personal testimony, missions mobilization, and biblical conviction. Dr. Paul begins by thanking youth leaders, sharing that the youth ministry of his small Tennessee church served as a “guardrail” in his life during a broken and dangerous upbringing, and that God also used that church...

TITLE: Financial Freedom for Ministers: Stewardship, Savings, & Success DESCRIPTION: This session covers practical strategies for ministers on budgeting, paying off debt, saving for retirement, and navigating ministerial tax issues. Gain tools to steward your finances well, achieve financial freedom, and ensure long-term financial stability for yourself and your ministry. LEADER: Chandler Cock...

TITLE: Empowering Women in Student Ministry Roles DESCRIPTION: Women in ministry roles are crucial to the growth of our student ministries. Jesus led and equipped both men and women in His circle to be ministers of the gospel. Our students, now more than ever, need to see women leading others into a loving relationship with Jesus. Learn to create effective strategies for discipling females in your...

TITLE: What Every Leader Needs to Know About Gen Alpha DESCRIPTION: This generation will be the people group that student ministries will be going after for the next decade. This is our NOW ministry and the FUTURE of our ministry. So, what do we need to know about them? How can the church effectively communicate hope to a generation and disciple a generation? In this interactive breakout, we discu...

TITLE:  Creating Teen Savvy Parents DESCRIPTION: The default for most parents is "sin management." They move from crisis to crisis, trying to get their teen to be less bad. They try shame, embarrassment, and punishments without seeing any meaningful change. This workshop will equip you to help parents understand how their teenager makes choices, what they value most, and why they fall into repeate...

TITLE: Christ in the Chaos: Helping Students See Jesus in Their Mental Health Struggles DESCRIPTION: Equip students to see how Jesus understands their struggles, meets them with grace, and offers lasting hope through His life, death, and resurrection. LEADER: Brennan Hardesty, Family Pastor, Little Flock Baptist Church, Shepherdsville, KY This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout...

TITLE: Making Small Groups a Big Deal DESCRIPTION: In this breakout, we will discuss why small groups are valuable within the youth ministry context, as well as how to implement them in ways that are intentional, meaningful, and part of your youth ministry strategy and vision as a whole! LEADER: Jared Barham, Associate Pastor of Youth, Northside Baptist Church, Indianapolis, IN This podcast brings...

TITLE: AI, the Church, & NextGen DESCRIPTION: How to help your church and parents navigate AI. Come learn how you can use it to engage NextGen audiences and mobilize them to reach their peers. LEADER: David Olson, Manager of A.I. Solutions, International Mission Board, Richmond, VA This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training con...

TITLE: Sustainable Ministry Growth: 5 Systems That Will Take Your Ministry Further, Faster DESCRIPTION: Ever feel like you need more staff? More volunteers?? More time??? A key competency for next-level ministry leaders is the ability to systematize processes with sustainable health and growth in mind. Effective systems offer an organized framework to streamline your ministry's organizational and...

TITLE: Not Just a Girl Thing: God's Invitation Through Feelings DESCRIPTION: Whether it's you, your team, or your teenagers, dealing with big feelings is inevitable in ministry. Cry night at camp, anyone? The issue we often face is how to validate how we feel without allowing feelings to control our hearts and minds. Let's study together how God wants to create ministries that promote authenticity...

TITLE: Depression, Anxiety, & the Gospel: How Faith & Mental Health Intersect DESCRIPTION: Delve into the profound impact of the gospel on addressing the challenges of depression and anxiety, both individually and in the context of student support. It equips leaders with the necessary guidance to navigate the intersection of faith and mental health, enabling them to provide compassionate a...

TITLE: Creating a Culture & Platform of Evangelism in Student Ministry DESCRIPTION: Student ministry is the single greatest harvest ministry in the church today. In the session, we will look at how to communicate the gospel to students, as well as creating a culture of disciple-making disciples in your student ministry. LEADER: Daniel Ritchie, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Raleigh...

TITLE: Becoming Who You Are: Student Ministry as a Leadership Lab DESCRIPTION: Most student ministers live in the tension between today's ministry and tomorrow's opportunity. Dr. Wolfe reveals five core leadership principles that give meaningful substance to your student ministry today and formative shape to your leadership leverage for the future. LEADER: Dr. Tony Wolfe, Executive Director-Treasu...

TITLE: Developing a Student Ministry that Prays  DESCRIPTION: Students who want to grow in their faith often struggle with their prayer life (their Student Pastor may struggle as well). Dr. McKinion will offer practical steps for helping students learn to be pray-ers and to help build a Student Ministry that prioritizes and incorporates prayer as a central component of a ministry where leaders and...

TITLE: Student Ministry Rookies  DESCRIPTION: Establish healthy habits in your first three years of ministry with Steve Coleman.  LEADER: Steve Coleman, Minister to Youth & Families, FBC Richmond, KY  This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, yout...