Stacking Chairs: A Youth Ministry Podcast

This episode recorded during camp is with our friend Humberto Mendez! Humberto tells us how he was called to ministry, specifically youth ministry, and how he continues to serve God in that calling. Find things all Stacking Chairs at https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

This episode was recorded during our camp season, so we interviewed a real-life teenager! Kathy offers her unique perspective on youth ministry as someone still involved as a student in youth ministry. Find all things Stacking Chairs here: linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

We're back after our break! How do you show and receive appreciation? No matter where you are in the structure of your ministry, it's important to show and know how to receive appreciation from above, below, and around you. Keep up with Stacking Chairs at linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Scott Foreman has a unique perspective on parenting in the modern age. His book, "Seven Crazy Years", is the basis for our questions in today's episode. There's lots to unpack whether you're a parent or a youth leader! We are taking a month-long break after camp season, so join us again on September 7 for the next episode! https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Today, we speak with a worship pastor, Brandon Arnold who is serving with a church in Tampa. He shares a unique perspective and purpose for why he serves in leading worship and what worship truly is.

We talk with Dylan Franklin about media being used in ministry. What's the purpose of media and how do we overcome the obstacles that can come with it?  https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

What exactly are deep truths and how do we unpack them for a younger audience? Cameron Triggs helps us talk through this topic this week and shares some great insight! https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Why is it important to know your theology? Today, we speak with Brent Finchum, who works with Word of Life Youth Ministries, about why it's important to know theology. Is it practical or just for the smart kids? https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

This week we talk with someone working at summer camp and discuss the importance of rest. Are you building intentional rest in your life and ministry? What even is rest? Watch, Listen and Follow: https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Today, we talk with Alejandro Nuesch about the impact and importance of young adult ministry. You'll hear why young adult ministry is so important and what it takes to minister to the age group after youth group.  Mentioned Resources: camps.wol.org youthminsitry.wol.org wordoflife.edu bbpargentina.com

Today, Kyle meets with Jason Lamb and Debbie Bresina, President of Dare 2 Share. We talk about what it looks like to be in leadership, especially in ministry. Debbie has some great insight in regards to her approach to leadership!

Today, we meet with Jason Lamb from Dare 2 Share ministries to discuss the role of partnership between ministries. Whether partnering with churches or organizations, the Gospel and discipleship are our shared mission! Mentioned Resources: youthministry.wol.org dare2share.org

Jake and Emily, who minister in Taiwan, join Josh this week to discuss what it's like to reach another culture with the Gospel. Through the conversation, we learn valuable truths about reaching any culture! Mentioned Site: youtube.com/pilgrimage-films

What is your process of preparing a lesson? We talk about the ways that we approach lesson planning in today's episode. Join the conversation on social media and tell us how you handle this important part of youth ministry!

Often times with youth ministry, we think of our ministry as only to teens and children. Is it important that we also find ways to minister and connect with their parents too? We talk about this and more in today's episode! Mentioned Resources: youthministry.wol.org wol.to/camp

Why make youth ministry fun? Today, we talk about why making youth ministry fun is an essential part of reaching youth with the truth! Mentioned resources: youthministry.wol.org reverb.wol.org wol.to/camp

How do you tackle absolute truth when the culture and society around you say that truth is fluid, always evolving and changing? We ask that question in today's episode. We also take some time to say thank you to all those listening. We appreciate you being a part of this community; keep serving the Lord through youth ministry! https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Do you find yourself running on empty often? What are you doing to fill up? Today, we learn and talk with Chad on how to make plans to avoid running empty! Also, learn more about the Advocate program at Word of Life here: wol.to/advocate

Today we talk with Brian Baker about discouragement in ministry that can so easily take hold. Is discouragement inevitable? How do we beat being discouraged, and how can we encourage others? We talk about all of this in today's episode!   Resources mentioned: Wordoflife.edu Youthministry.wol.org/multiply  

How do you quantify success in youth ministry? Can it be found in numbers? We discuss today's topic with John Bubar.

After an event, kids in your youth ministry may come out with what many call a "spiritual high." In today's episode, we talk about how to answer the question "How do I keep the spiritual high after an event?" Ministry is not just a moment.

Is the focus on building our brand inherently wrong? How do we keep the Gospel as our purpose while building a brand in youth ministry? We ask Erick Gil how he and those at his church find this balance.

Josh and Kyle dive into the questions for youth surrounding sin and consequences. How should we present the danger of sin when youth may say it has no consequences? Also, the question is raised: "Can anxiety be sinful?" Join us for a beneficial, sometimes heavy topic in episode 6.

Kyle and guest, Mike Bream, talk about how to ask good questions. What does it take to build relationships with students and are questions key? Youth ministry is not a stepping stone into the rest of your career. Join our community of those serving in youth ministry @stackingchairspod through Instagram and Facebook. A Word of Life Podcast

Welcome to Stacking Chairs: A Youth Ministry Podcast all about serving in Youth Ministry. Whether it be youth group or youth camp, whatever God has you serving in, that's what we're here talking about. Join us, Josh and Kyle, as we talk through some of the burning, practical questions facing those in youth ministry. We don't have it all figured out, but let's learn and explore this side of ministr...