Student Ministry Connection

In episode 14 of The Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Justin Curl, who is currently the Youth Pastor at Twin Oaks Christian Church in Woodhaven, MI. After some rough patches, God grabbed his heart near the end of high school in Oklahoma. Eventually, God also led him to pursue youth ministry in the Detroit area. Justin talks about his journey, his current ministry, and how to do ministry...

In episode 13 of The Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Allison Williams, who serves as the Youth Minister at Reddington Christian Church in Seymour, IN. Not only does she lead the student ministry, but she is also over the children's ministry. Listen in as she talks about how to balance the two ministries, lead through volunteers, and how to stay organized as you wear many hats in ministr...

In episode 12, Steve interviews Jeremy Zach. Jeremy served as a local church youth pastor but has since transitioned into parachurch ministry and works as an "Orange Specialist" for the ReThink Group (XP3 Curriculum). Join in the conversation as Jeremy talks about the transition from his plans to God's plans and then from traditional youth ministry to what he does now.   Follow Jeremy on Twitter:...

In episode 11 of The Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Travis Welch, the Next Generations Pastor at Yakima Evangelical Church. Originally hailing from Michigan, he's now doing ministry with students, kids, and families in Yakima, Washington. Travis is a strong believer in relational ministry. Not only does he have some great tips on how to build those relationships, but he also shares som...

In episode 10 of the Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Eric Holmstrom and Adrian Pichay from Purpose Church in Pomona, CA. Eric is the Student Ministries Pastor and leads the high school ministry, while Adrian is the Junior High Pastor and also leads creative teams. We chat about how they work together as a team in student ministry, and we also unpack how they do intergenerational ministr...

In episode 9 of the Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Ray Hausler, the youth minister at Cincinnati Christian Church in Bloomfield, IN. Ray isn't only a youth minister, but he spends a lot of his time pouring into teenagers as the local cross country coach. With all the competition between church and sports, I hope this interview not only encourages you but challenges you.   Connect with...

In episode 8 of the Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Geoff Kullman, the the Associate Pastor at Open Door Church in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Geoff not only spent a number of years in the nonprofit world before entering the ministry, he is also the director of Millennial Ministry, an organization that helps churches do a better job of reaching the Millennial generation. You will be...

In episode 7, Steve interviews Steve Coddington, the youth director at Christian Gospel Church in Worcester, MA. He's been in student ministry for about 17 years, and has worked in various capacities. Today, he joins us to chat about what his ministry looks like at his current church and share some wisdom he has picked up along the way including furthering your education, connecting with other you...

In episode 6, Steve interviews Richard Ball, the Youth and Children's Pastor of First Baptist Church in Calico Rock, AR. God has truly been working in his life to bring him to this point, so make sure you give this episode a listen to learn more! You can follow Richard and read more from him on any of the following social media outlets and websites:   http://facebook.com/iknowrichardball    http:/...

In episode 5, Steve interviews Meg Nelson, the minister of children and youth at United Church of Norwood, MA, and a volunteer with Young Life. You can follow Meg on Twitter  @faithfulmeg3  and check out her blog at  faithfulmeg3.wordpress.com .   You can follow Steve on Twitter  @stevecullum .   Thanks to workcampNE for sponsoring this episode of the Student Ministry Podcast. You can check out mo...

In episode 4, Steve interviews Jake Kircher, Next Generation Pastor at Grace Community Church in New Canaan, CT. Follow Jake on Twitter  @jakekircher , read his blog at  http://jakekircher.com , and check out his podcast Spark Moments ( audio | video ).   Follow Steve on Twitter  @stevecullum .

Steve talks with Kyle Alt, minister of students at the Christian Church of Clarendon Hills, IL. You can see more of Kyle's ministry at  http://www.ccchstudents.com .   Follow Steve on Twitter  @stevecullum

Steve interviews Trevor Ile, the high school pastor at Central Christian Church in Mt. Vernon, IL. Follow Trevor on Twitter  @tile11 . See more from Trevor's YouTube channel:  FusionCCCMV .   Follow Steve on Twitter  @stevecullum

In our first episode, Steve interviews Aaron Stetson, youth pastor at Windham Presbyterian Church in Windham, NH. Aaron is bi-vocation, also working as a licensed electrician.    Follow Aaron on Twitter: @aaron_stetson    Follow Steve on Twitter: @stevecullum   

Welcome to The Student Ministry Podcast, where we interview student ministers about student ministry. In "Episode 0", I (Steve) take a few minutes to explain what the podcast is all about, what we will be doing, and share the vision with you. Thanks so much for tuning in!   Follow me on Twitter: @stevecullum