The Heart of a Youth Leader

What if we realised that God's eye is always watching over us? Would it make a difference. In this episode, Andy Castle explores the issue of integrity and living a focused life. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth...

Most Christians would say they are Bible believers but in this episode Andy Castle asks, are you a Bible reader? If the Bible is God's word to us, surely we have to make sure to actually read it! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founde...

In this episode, Andy Castle explores the fifth and final core value of Thrive Youth Ministries: extravagant generosity. He thinks about the importance of being generous in all things as we follow an extravagant God. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle,...

In week four of our series exploring Thrive's core values, Andy Castle thinks about how we need to be intentional in encouraging those around us and how we can help them look to Jesus to keep on growing. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO &amp...

Continuing our short series, exploring Thrive's core values, this week Andy Castle looks at the importance of being Dynamic and Life-giving. Are you a radiator or a drain? 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Minist...

Thrive's second core value is 'making a Kingdom difference' and in this episode, Andy Castle explores what this means and what it might look like for each of us in our day to day ministries. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & F...

In this episode, Andy Castle reflects on the first of five core values that Thrive holds. What does courageous dependence on the Spirit look like and why is it important? What impact might it have on your life and ministry? 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy C...

This week we think about the importance of integrity and how we need to protect what influences our heart so that we can confident that we are speaking well and communicating safely. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth...

It's a new term and a new season! In this episode, Thrive's Andy Castle talks about how little changes can make a big difference and how we need to looking out for ways to encourage and support the young people we work with. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presente...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in January'22. In it, Andy thinks about the year ahead and explores what your hopes and dreams might be.  'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in December'21. In it, Andy thinks about the importance of being honest, live with integrity and to put God first in all that we do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with ch...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in November'21, when Thrive had just celebrated its 10th anniversary (this coming November will be our 12th!). In it, Andy thinks about taking time to celebrate what God has done, and celebrating His goodness. 'The Heart of...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in August'21. In it, Andy thinks about how Jesus never complained and how we can become the same, avoiding the temptation to complain and moan whenever life does not go our way. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekl...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in July'21, just after England lost to Italy in the Euros cup final. In it, Andy thinks about the difference between worldly courage and having a courageous dependence on the Spirit.   'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in July'21. In it, Andy reflects on what humility is, how you know you have it and how we see it best displayed in Jesus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in June'21, at the time when Queen Elizabeth II was still alive and well. Andy explores how approachable Jesus was and how we can always be in His presence. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at al...

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes  and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in May'21. In it, Andy thinks about the importance of being honest, live with integrity and to put God first in all that we do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with childre...

Andy Castle talks about the importance of rest, Sabbath and retreating. We need to go at God's pace and not always be racing ahead. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also watch this episode on...

When life is busy it is so easy to simply try doing more and to make our own decisions on how to respond to the busyness. In this episode, Andy explores how it might be more helpful to step back a moment and ask God for what He wants you to do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode i...

This week, we think about the pandemic and the effect is has had on young people today, and how we can help them deal with their struggles, emotions and anxieties. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can...

In this episode, we explore how we can start the day on the right foot and preparing ourselves properly for the day ahead. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Fin...

The martyring of Stephen is such an inspiring story. This week, Andy Castle looks at this story and notices where Stephen has his focus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also watch this episode on...

Following on from the last episode, Andy Castle explores how the model of Rejoicing, Praying and Thanksgiving creates a wonderful positive and healthy way to pray. Enjoy! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries....

Do you know what God's will for your life is? In this episode, Andy talks about what the apostle Paul considers the answer to this question. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also watch this e...

In this episode, Andy Castle talks about the trap of being too busy, too often and how we need to find space to keep our eyes on Jesus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also watch this episode on...