Nick Blevins Family Ministry Podcast: Children | Youth | Students | NextGen

In this episode, Brian Aaby from the Slingshot Group shares some of his experiences and interactions with ministry leaders who are asking the question, “Where have the high schoolers gone?” He also speaks about the top three things churches can look for within their next youth ministry hire. Brian Aaby Connect with Brian through Email Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldw...

In this episode, Janine McNally speaks about the newest emerging group of kids and youth, Generation Alpha, and some of the unique data being compiled to assist in reaching them inside and outside of our ministry settings. Janine also shares about her book titled When You See Fireflies which dives into some of these same principles geared toward reaching Gen Alpha. Janine McNally Connect with Jani...

In this episode, we explore our eighth and final important strategy from The Volunteer Playbook, with a principle that creates faith that lasts when you have STUDENTS SERVING in your ministry. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Partner with Student Ministry Create a student-only gathering of those v...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, and the impact moving volunteers to a WEEKLY schedule can make on your ministry. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Get the book or the Frequency Course Customize your timeline Gather key l...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, and discuss the importance of developing and maintaining an ASSIMILATION PATH for volunteers. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Create a path Make sure a volunteer push is part of it Measu...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, and consider the things within church culture and volunteer structure that may be causing unnecessary COMPETITION. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Find out how many roles there are in yo...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, as we stretch our leadership capabilities by initiating a structure that values the role of COACHES on your teams. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Pre-order or buy the book by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Design a better structure Creat...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, as we define why the CULTURE and values established around your volunteer teams can be a true game changer. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is on sale now! Buy the book or find more info by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Create a list of values C...

In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important game-changing strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, as we dive into how to use the VCR formula to create something every volunteer team needs… PROSPECTS. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is on sale now! Buy the book or find more info by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Use the VCR formu...

In this episode, we talk about one of the eight most impactful recruiting strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, beginning with the first and most important game-changer… TIME. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is on sale now! Buy the book or find more info by visiting volunteerplaybook.com or by visiting Amazon .  Action Items Block out two-time blocks Get accountability Use the framework fro...

In this episode, David Reneau shares some of the most important metrics he tracks within his kid's ministry as well as some goals he sets for his environments. David also talks through some of the principles he implements for challenges with kids' behavior. David Reneau Connect with David on Instagram | Facebook | Blog Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrat...

In this episode, Scott Pace shares about the concepts behind his book focused on students accepting the calling into vocational ministry. Scott also shares more form a collegiate perspective about the changes they are seeing on campus in regard to those following a call to ministry. Scott Pace Connect with Scott on Instagram | Facebook Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches world...

In this episode, Shane Sanchez spends some time sharing about current trends in student ministry. Shane also gives some insight on his new book focused on helping students see God in their everyday lives. Shane Sanchez Connect with Shane on Instagram | Facebook Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your church already uses such as MailChimp, C...

In this episode, Brent Moxey gives a behind the scenes look into how they have grown their digital Kid's ministry which far exceeds the size of their church. Brent also shares how this digital strategy integrates with their weekly engagement with kids and families. Brent Moxey Connect with Brent on  Instagram | Youtube | Email Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and...

In this episode, Esther Moreno shares openly about some personal examples she has experienced in regard to racial unrest within kidmin. She also takes time to speak about the future of kidmin and the opportunities to engage in uncomfortable conversations within the local church. Esther Moreno Connect with Esther on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Website Clearstream Clearstream works with thousan...

In this episode, the legendary Jim Wideman takes time to share about volunteer recruitment and building a strong culture within volunteer teams. Jim Wideman Connect with Jim on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram JimWideman.com Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your church already uses such as MailChimp, Church Community Builder, Rock RMS, Plan...

In this episode, Carl shares the importance of creating a church culture that embraces vulnerability and helps guide toward celebrating a journey of brokenness in people's lives. Carl also opens up about the “middle ground” that exists for churches around controversial topics and how to approach difficult conversations. Carl Kuhl Connect with Carl on Facebook  | Instagram | Website Clearstream Cle...

In this episode, Kadi Cole engages in a conversation about how churches can develop female leaders. In this rich and informative discussion, Kadi also gives some applicable steps toward churches clarifying leasership roles for women. Kadi Cole Connect with Kadi on Facebook  | Instagram | Website Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your churc...

In this episode, Dale Hudson shares his experience serving in children's ministry for more than 30 years, and the growing need for creating fertile soil to help kids' faith grow within our ministries. Dale also shares some vision around building volunteer teams with weekly leaders to establish relationships with kids and families. Dale Hudson Connect with Dale on Facebook  | Instagram | Website Cl...

In this episode, Kerri-Ann Hayes shares her passion for churches finding ways to become more accessible to the special needs community and to those that have experienced trauma. Kerri-Ann Hayes Connect with Kerri-Ann on Facebook  | Instagram |  Email Clearstream Clearstream works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your church already uses such as MailChimp, Church Commu...

In this episode, we chat with Keturah Boston about ministry to families both online and in-person after her church pivoted for almost two years before regathering after the pandemic. Keturah has years of experience within family ministry and has helped develop a diverse approach to partnering with parents and focusing on getting them back to church. Keturah Boston Connect with Keturah on Facebook...

In this episode, I spend time chatting with Kenny Conley about some stats from a survey on staff and volunteer ratios in kidmin and student ministry. Then, we continue the conversation around a new survey just developed to gather new information on the state of staffing and volunteers in churches post-pandemic. Kenny Conley Connect with Kenny on Facebook  | Instagram |  Website Clearstream Clearst...

In this episode, Ashley Bohinc gives some practical and applicable practices to implement around communicating with middle schoolers. Ashley shares several key points from her new book which is focused on this topic and directs us toward some free resources to help leaders get better in this lane of ministry. Ashley Bohinc Connect with Ashley on Instagram   |  Facebook   |  Website Clearstream Cle...

In this episode, I am joined by Carl Barnhill and Jason Noble to discuss digital media within children's ministry as well as some tips, tricks, and best practices within a digital strategy. Carl and Jason curate and provide resources through multiple sites including 1230kids.com and TwelveThirty.media. Carl Barnhill & Jason Noble Connect with Carl and Jason on these websites: 1230Kids   | Twel...

In this episode, Tony Kummer joins us to share some results and statistics from a survey distributed to smaller churches throughout the country, helping give us a sense of what the average-size church is experiencing post-COVID. Tony also shares about a couple of ministries he operates to help serve smaller churches that operate on small children's ministry budgets. Tony Kummer Connect with Tony o...