Nick Blevins: Church Leader, Speaker and Coach

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

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The Nick Blevins Family Ministry Podcast is where you can hear from top leaders in children’s ministry, student ministry and family ministry. You’ll learn the principles and practices they use to lead families with the goal of helping you maximize the potential in your ministry. For more content and notes, head to nickblevins.com.

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Nick Blevins: Church Leader, Speaker and Coach

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Religion

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nickblevins.com

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 233: Children’s Ministry Principles with Trisha Peach 08.06.2021

In this episode, we hear from Trisha Peach about the children's ministry principles she has learned and implemented and encouraged in churches worldwide. Trisha also shares her experience in helping relaunch a church plant post-pandemic and how it has grown both in-person and online. Trisha Peach Connect with Tom on Facebook | Instagram . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check...

Episode 232: A Discussion on Kidmin Large Group Part Two 01.06.2021

In this episode, Lisa Molite from Community Chrisitan Church joins Jarrod Harris to continue a conversation on kidmin large group and some best practices to consider as you enhance your experience for kids. This is part one of a two-part discussion. Tune in to Episode 231 to listen to part one. Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amazing benefits of membership with...

Episode 231: A Discussion on Kidmin Large Group Part One 25.05.2021

In this episode, Kenny Conley, Jarrod Harris, Annie Tucker, and Tony Caniglia have a conversation on kidmin large group and some best practices to consider as you enhance your experience for kids. This is part one of a two-part discussion. Tune in to Episode 232 for part two. Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amazing benefits of membership with Ministry Boost. Epi...

Episode 230: 5 Volunteer Onboarding Hacks with Kenny Conley 11.05.2021

In this episode, Kenny Conley shares five hacks for how to effectively recruit and retain volunteers through a next-level onboarding process. Within many church ministries, there is always a need for more volunteers, and this episode focuses on how to create momentum for your teams through successful orientations. Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amazing benefits...

Episode 229: A Different Volunteer Recruiting Focus 04.05.2021

In this episode, we share a conversation with some other ministry leaders from a Ministry Boost zoom call around a different focus for volunteer recruiting. Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amazing benefits of membership with Ministry Boost. Episode Extras COURSE HIGHLIGHTS: Volunteer Boost Volunteer Pipeline Volunteer Playbook Action Items Get the Volunteer Bund...

Episode 228: Caring for and Restoring Ourselves as Leaders with Tom Bump 20.04.2021

In this episode, Tom Bump gives some helpful tips for restoring ourselves as leaders, focusing on self-care as an important daily routine. Tom also shares about his ministry which seeks to restore leader's hearts, souls, and minds through retreats, connection groups and more. Tom Bump Connect with Tom on Instagram | Website . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amaz...

Episode 227: Helping the NextGen Engage with the Bible with Keith Ferrin 13.04.2021

In this episode, Keith Ferrin shares his passion for helping the next generation engage with the Bible consistently and passionately. Keith uses a plethora of methods to encourage and inspire families to enjoy reading the Bible and understanding who God is and who they are in Christ. Keith Ferrin Connect with Keith on Instagram | Facebook | Website . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click h...

Episode 226: Student Ministry in Pandemic with James Sabin 06.04.2021

James Sabin gives some encouragement on how student ministry has thrived in the midst of a pandemic. James also gives some feedback from the implementation of some strategies around new family/student retention. James Sabin Connect with James on Instagram . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check out the amazing benefits of membership with Ministry Boost. Episode Notes Before C...

Episode 225: Recruiting Volunteers and Growing the Team 25% with Crystal Mazzuca 30.03.2021

Crystal Mazzuca participated in the Volunteer Boost Challenge through Ministry Boost, and in this episode, she shares some of her key takeaways from this course. Crystal was able to implement some simple changes, recruited, and increased her kid's ministry volunteer team by 25% in around six weeks. Crystal Mazzuca Connect with Amber on Instagram | Facebook . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses...

Episode 224: Family Ministry Model and Kidmin in Pandemic with Amber Baker 23.03.2021

In this episode, Amber Baker shares her experience leading through the various changes in kidmin after the pandemic and the leadership shifts in her ministry team. Shifting to a new leadership model within family ministry produces some challenges, and Amber gives some practical tips for navigating some of those transitions. Amber Baker Connect with Amber on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . Ministr...

Episode 223: Frustration with People Leaving and Developing Staff with John Huber 16.03.2021

In this episode, John Huber from Westside Family Church talks about the frustrations associated with people leaving the church as well as how he has developed his staff in this ministry season. John also gives some practical encouragement and steps for growing relationally within your ministry teams. John Huber Connect with John on Instagram | Facebook | Email . John's 2021 Growth Plan Ministry Bo...

Episode 222: 7 Volunteer Ideas with Jim Wideman 09.03.2021

In this episode, we highlight 7 ideas shared by Jim Wideman during a webinar hosted by Ministry Boost, 21 Big ideas for finding and leading volunteers. Jim reveals some key foundational tools to bring volunteers into your teams with simplicity and excitement. Jim Wideman Connect with Jim on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram JimWideman.com Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses Click here to check ou...

Episode 221: 7 Volunteer Ideas with Christine Kreisher 02.03.2021

In this episode, we highlight 7 ideas shared by Christine Kreisher during a webinar hosted by Ministry Boost, 21 Big ideas for finding and leading volunteers. Christine gives practical ways to not only recruit but to retain volunteers that will find value in serving on your teams. Christine Kreisher Connect with Christine on Instagram | Facebook |  Twitter . Ministry Boost Membership + New Courses...

Episode 220: Re-Imagining Volunteer Teams with Chris Sasser 16.02.2021

In this episode, Chris Sasser talks about how his staff re-imagined the way volunteers serve and built teams around what families were in need of in their church. The three buckets he explains help to narrow the focus of how to effectively reach families in the midst of the pandemic. This audio is from the Volunteer Bootcamp online event that was hosted by Ministry Boost. Chris Sasser Connect with...

Episode 219: Reactivating Volunteers from the Bench with Andrae Jones 02.02.2021

In this episode, Andrae Jones shares how reactivating volunteers is important in the midst of COVID-19, empowering them to lead in new ways. He also gives some helpful tips on reaching volunteers where they are and fighting for their hearts. This audio is from the Volunteer Bootcamp online event that was hosted by Ministry Boost. Andrae Jones Connect with Andrae on Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagr...

Episode 218: Shepherding Volunteers Through Challenging Times with Gina McClain 19.01.2021

In this episode, Gina McClain gives some practical tips on how ministry leaders can and should lead volunteers through challenging times and viewing it from the perspective of a shepherd. This audio is from the Volunteer Bootcamp online event that was hosted by Ministry Boost. Gina McClain Connect with Gina on Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram Volunteer Boost – 28-Day Challenge Click here to chec...

Episode 217: Re-Evaluating Your Volunteer Foundation with Kelly Stockdale 12.01.2021

In this episode, Kelly Stockdale dives into some hard questions ministry leaders can ask to re-evaluate volunteer foundations being set in place, especially as many churches begin regathering. This audio is from the Volunteer Bootcamp online event that was hosted by Ministry Boost. Kelly Stockdale Connect with Kelly on Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram Email: Kelly@kellystockdale.com Grace Hill C...

Episode 216: Recruiting Volunteers In a New Context with Alison Leamon 05.01.2021

In this episode, Alison Leamon talks about how to recruit volunteers in a new context, a context like COVID-19. This audio is from the Volunteer Bootcamp online event that was hosted by Ministry Boost. Alison Leamon Connect with Alison on  Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram Email:  aleamon@prestontrail.org Preston Trail Community Church Volunteer Boost – 28-Day Challenge Click here to check out Vo...

Episode 215: Radical Mentoring with Kevin Harris 15.12.2020

In this episode, Kevin Harris from the non-profit Radical Mentoring shares the heart behind the free mentoring resources they are able to provide to churches and ministry leaders. Kevin also explains some of the unique ways to consider implementing some type of mentoring structure that supports the family ministry of the church. Kevin Harris Connect with Kevin online at Radical Mentoring and throu...

Episode 214: Student Ministry on Discord with Stephen Law 08.12.2020

In this episode, Stephen Law reveals the tips and tricks he developed for middle school ministry using Discord as a platform for engagement. Stephen also shares some of the ways their student ministry has adapted to the ever-changing reality of church needing to be present in-person and online. Stephen Law Connect with Stephen online at Harborside Students and his personal website . Ministry Boost...

Episode 213: How to Love People Who Are Different from us with Adam Weber 01.12.2020

In this episode, Adam Weber shares some personal revelation about how to love people who are different and how that has impacted his personal ministry. Adam also tells some personal stories of how God has used small moments for a big impact. Adam Weber Connect with Adam through Instagram . Ministry Boost Check out our courses and register now at MinistryBoost.org . Notes Love Has A Name: Came from...

Episode 212: Partnering with Parents via Online Strategies with Dana Williams 24.11.2020

In this episode, Dana Williams gives a behind the scenes look into her ministry of partnering with parents through online strategies. Dana shares years of family ministry experience and how that has led to some very intentional conversations around the social media strategies used within her ministry, Table112. Dana Williams Connect with Dana online through her Instagram and the Table112 Instagram...

Episode 211: Kidmin In-Person & Online with Andrae Jones 17.11.2020

In this episode, my friend Andrae Jones talks about kidmin online and in-person, what they have learned and some unique experience they created during COVID. Andrae also shares about his church's recent return to in-person services and how they have won the heart of their volunteers. Andrae Jones Connect with Andrae online through Instagram . Ministry Boost Check out our courses and register now a...

Episode 210: From Student Ministry to a Church Planter during COVID-19 with Jamey Dickens 03.11.2020

In this episode, Jamey Dickens gives some background to his church-planting journey at East Cobb Church and his unique leadership role as the lead pastor. Jamey also has a long history of communicating to youth and he shares some of his most helpful tips for speaking in youth ministry. Jamey Dickens Connect with Chris online through Instagram or at the East Cobb Church website . Ministry Boost Che...

Episode 209: 3 Buckets for Volunteers & Staff with Chris Sasser 27.10.2020

In this episode, Chris Sasser shares some resources from the Parent Network at his church and how staff and volunteers have realigned to support a holistic approach to family ministry. Chris leads a family ministry team where the staff has dedicated significant energy to partnering with parents and providing resources to empower them as the key spiritual leaders in the home. Chris Sasser Connect w...

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