Lead222 Podcast

MAJOR EPISODE FOR Lead222! In this episode, Jake and Gerb announce a change coming this September! We talk about leadership transitions, why relational leadership still matters more than ever, and why Gerb has a blender in his office. Take a listen now! Bo Challenges:  Bo Challenge #1: Spend intentional quiet time praying with your spouse every day for the next month. Start with gratitude and make...

In this episode Jake and Gerb are onto the 8th of the 9 Healthy Markers of a Student Ministry - Consistent Clear Communication! Take a listen as the guys dive into the importance of communicating with parents, evaluation questions on this topic, and how to spot an A.I. written church post. Bo Challenge: Make some phone calls or send some texts - meet with your parents and volunteers to hear feedba...

In this episode Jake and Gerb talk through the 7th of the 9 Healthy Markers of a Student Ministry - Evaluation! Take a listen as the guys dive into what this looks like in their ministries, growth points over the years, and how Gerb has a dead cow in his trash can. Bo Challenge: Evaluate your ministry and don’t let it sit idle!  FREE resource for surveying the spiritual life of your students - fee...

In this episode Jake and Gerb bring in the Director of Coaching for Lead222 - Larry Ely! Take a listen as we discuss Larry’s new book - Leadership Reborn , why Lead coaching matters, and how Gerb’s Christmas lights have been stolen by someone in the church.   p.s. - Jake is still a Cornhole champion Bo Challenge: Invite someone into lead RIGHT NOW and get a discounted coaching price! For a free bo...

In this episode Jake and Gerb talk about our next marker of a Healthy Student Ministry - Uncommon Care & Acceptance! This episode is a little longer than most but is great to send to anyone you are coaching or maybe another youth pastor who could be encouraged! Take a listen as we discuss The Lead222 Summit, what uncommon care looks like in today’s culture, and our first installment of Gerb Ga...

In this episode we are talking about Intentional Events again and we brought in the president of Lead222 Bo Boshers to share why this ended up in the 9 Markers of a Healthy Student Ministry that we coach through. Take a listen as we discuss successes, how we have failed at planning events and how the Colts are going to win the Super Bowl.  Bo Challenge: Sign up for the Summit Nov 11-13! If you’re...

We’re back talking about our 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry! This episode we are talking about Intentional Events and what some key elements of an event that makes it intentionally planned. Take a listen as we discuss successes, how we have failed at planning events and how the weather is really getting to Jake.  Bo Challenge: Capture photo or video at your next event so that your students...

The Pod is looking a little different this season… Tony has stepped away from the pod BUT Nathan Gerber is here! Take a listen as you get to know Gerb, we talk about Fall launch and how Nathan has changed his legal name apparently.  Bo Challenge: Invite! Invite! Invite! The coaching season is starting soon and we want Youth Pastors from around the country to get plugged in.  Challenge 1a - if you...

Summer Vibes  Jake and Tony are taking a break from walking through the 9 Markers to talk about Summer and all that comes with it in Student Ministry! Sit back, relax and take a listen as they discuss the importance of work life balance, being healthy in all areas during the summer, and Tony’s herniated disc woes.  Bo Challenge: Spend the summer connecting with Youth Pastors at all your summer tri...

Jake and Tony talk again about Tenacious Teaching and this time with a special guest! Ron Merrell is the teaching pastor at Connection Pointe Christian Church and has an amazing goatee. Take a listen as they discuss the importance of teaching with preparation, how tenacious teaching starts with the heart and a special intro just to let you know what recording a podcast is like.  Bo Challenge: Push...

Jake and Tony are back looking at the 4th marker of Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry, Tenacious Teaching. Take a listen as they talk about the importance of teaching with purpose, what the win of teaching should look like and the fact that Tony survived a tornado by attending a concert. Enjoy! Bo Challenge: Come up with the 5 Ministry Values that you want to have in your Student Min...

Jake and Tony are back again looking at the 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry! This week is part 2 of their discussion on Student Ownership. They had the chance to chat with Lead222’s own Toby Thomack and a Youth Leader of his, Kiara, about how this marker is key to their ministry! Grab a cup of coffee, steam some tea, and take a listen as they discuss Kiara’s student ownership journey, Toby’s...

Jake and Tony are back after taking a short break during January! Continuing with our series on Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry - we are talking all about student ownership. Take a listen as Jake and Tony talk about why student ownership should be a top priority in your ministry, what they’ve seen work well, Jake’s new baby, and Tony’s ability to run through all types of weather! B...

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM LEAD222! Bo Challenge:  Power of the invite! Bring someone into Lead222 and start in January!  Reach out to your volunteers intentionally today in some way. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @lead.222 ------- Did this conversation resonate with you? Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? We want to hear from you! Write us at ⁠info@lead222.com⁠   Help us grow the community! Subsc...

Ep73 - Healthy Teams w/ Dylan Sundeen  Jake and Tony revisit the second of Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry, Healthy Teams, as they sit down and talk with friend of the pod - Dylan Sundeen. Take a listen as they discuss what perspective to have when it comes to your volunteers, how relational equity being a must, Tony shares about the Christmas gift he gave to his students, and we f...

Jake and Tony talk all about the second of Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry, Healthy Teams. Take a listen as they discuss why team dynamics are crucial to a healthy ministry, practical steps that you can implement today, and how Tony’s pickleball skills are unmatched by anyone in the Lead community.  Bo Challenge: The power of the invite! Who is someone in your sphere of connections...

Jake and Tony revisit the first of Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry, Vision & Alignment, as they sit down and talk with the Executive Director of Wayfinders, Brandon Faust. This is a longer one than usual but it is full of rich wisdom from Brandon! Take a listen as they discuss the role that Wayfinders plays for leaders, practical steps on setting vision, and Tony starts off wit...

Jake and Tony kick off a new series of podcasts centered around Lead222’s 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry! Take a listen as they discuss vision, how to get your entire ministry on the same page, and how sickness is an inevitable part of being a parent to a toddler. Bo Challenge: Find a way to encourage your parents or leaders with wins that are connected with your vision for your student min...

Jake and Tony welcome back Bo Boshers to the podcast to discuss Bo’s story and the history of Lead222! Take a listen as they discuss Bo, ministry outlooks, and how we all need to add the Chicago Bears to our prayer lists. Bo Challenge:  GET TO THE SUMMIT! November 12th - 14th!  Take a walk, think about your passion meter. Where is your passion meter at and what has God called you to? Evaluate what...

The LEAD222 podcast is designed to help student ministry leaders stay healthy and become more effective in life and leadership. Tony Rogatto and Jake Smith are Youth Pastors in the Indianapolis area who love to engage in conversations that are relevant to ministry leaders! Each podcast is focused on delivering content to help leaders lead healthy lives, families, and ministries. Our hosts and thei...

Bo and Dave host one final episode as they pass the mic to our new hosts, Jake and Tony. Get to know Jake and Tony as they share their vision for the podcast's exciting new chapter coming this September. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Lead.222 ------- Did this conversation resonate with you?  We want to hear from you! Write us at ⁠⁠⁠dave@lead222.com⁠⁠⁠ Help us grow the community! Subscribe, share, a...

In this episode, Bo and Dave discuss Bo's famous challenges, how they began, and how to develop this skill in our lives and coaching. We share details about the Lead222 Challenge and offer insights into the new and improved podcast, with new hosts on the horizon. Don't miss this important episode! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Lead.222 ------- Did this conversation resonate with you?  We want t...

Dave Choutka discusses with Billy McMahan what he has learned about Gen Z through his research with the Great Commission Research Network. They explore five key areas for engaging with the next generation in ministry, creating spaces for authenticity, sharing a compelling vision that Gen Z wants to be a part of, and why mentorship is crucial for discipling the next generation. This is an episode y...

Title: Healthy Communication In Our Ministry   Dave has a conversation with Jenni Keller, the owner of Jenni Keller and Company and a former Communications Director, shares principles of communication, insights on how to communicate with parents, and how to handle crucial conversations. MEET JENNI: Jenni Keller holds a Master of Arts degree in Ministry, is a pastor, coach and seasoned ministry lea...

Dave has a conversation with Tony Rogatto, the Student Pastor at Connection Pointe Church, discussing how to WIN with purposeful events in your student ministry. Tony shares valuable insights on the timing of fall kick-off events, planning and preparing with intentionality, and strategies for evaluating and celebrating. Don't miss out on this episode! Tony has led student ministries in the Mid...