Embrace the Awkward Podcast

In episode 6, DJ and Kyle discuss preaching in "Big Church", as we youth workers call it, or preaching on Sunday Morning. There's no such thing as a wasted Sunday. It is good for us to preach in big church! But, should we ask? How do we ask? What are some tips to help you preach? You might face some obstacles, but the reward is worth it. Get ready, listening to this episode may caus...

In part one of this two part episode, Kyle and DJ talk about the benefits of a summer intern, where to look for one, and give some ideas for maximizing your interns experiences. We have the awesome ability to create lifelong youth influencers.  In part 2, Derek the intern joins DJ and Kyle in the hot seat for an interview! Click the link to see Kyles intern exit review. https://docs.google.com/for...

In part two of this two part episode, DJ and Kyle ask Derek the intern questions in the hot seat. Derek has a clear passion for sharing the gospel with students, and interned along with another youth influencer this summer. DJ, Kyle and Derek talk about what Derek learned, his calling, Pokemon and more!

In this episode, DJ and Kyle tell the tragic, painful, fry-tip filled story of how they met. Pranks are an integral to youth ministry. Check out the funny story of how the Embrace the Awkward Podcast got started!

Your leaders are the lifeblood of your ministry. Caring well for your leaders, physically and spiritually, can only impact your ministry positively. In this episode, Kyle and DJ give some practical tips and advice that can be integrated in to your ministry easily! 

Kyle and DJ talk about programming, why it's important to your ministry, and give some practical ideas to keep things weird!  Be sure to follow on instagram (@theetapodcast) and join our Facebook community  (Embrace the Awkward Community)! Thanks for being our friend!

In this episode, Kyle and DJ discuss one of the most awkward things in youth ministry. Dating as Youth Worker. Your relationship is an example for your students, and they are watching. 

Welcome to the Embrace the Awkward Podcast! In episode 0, DJ and Kyle talk about the heart behind this podcast. Youth ministry can be very awkward, but out of the awkward, powerful ministry can happen. We can't make the awkward disappear, but we want to help you handle it better!  Follow us on instagram (@theetapodcast) and join our Facebook community group (Embrace the Awkward Podcast Commun...