YDisciple Podcast

The YDisciple Podcast

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Welcome to a space where curiosity meets mission. In this podcast, we explore the shifting landscape of youth culture and what it really means to walk with young people in faith today. Whether you’re a youth minister, teacher, pastor, volunteer, or simply someone who cares about the next generation — you’ll find insight, encouragement, and community here. We don’t pretend to have all the answers. But through years of experience (and conversations with incredible ministry leaders in the trenches), we’ve gathered stories, lessons, and honest reflections worth sharing. This is a space to stay cur...

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EP6: Sexual Identity with Dr Julia Sadusky 19.01.2026 37:57

About This Episode In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell welcome psychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Julia Sadusky for a thoughtful and deeply human conversation about sexuality, gender, embodiment, and belonging. Drawing from her clinical experience and Catholic faith, Dr. Sadusky reflects on what she wishes young people were hearing from the Church—espec...

EP5: Pre-Evangelization and Hospitality with Jason Kidd 15.01.2026 31:41

About this Episode What if the key to reaching young people today isn’t better programming—but deeper belonging? In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell are joined by Jason Kidd, National Director of Alpha in a Catholic Context, for a powerful conversation on pre-evangelization and radical hospitality. Together, they explore why young people need to belong bef...

EP4: Vision for Small Group Discipleship 14.01.2026 34:20

About this Episode What if small group discipleship isn’t just one strategy among many—but the central way young people actually grow in faith? In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell cast a clear and compelling vision for small group discipleship—why it matters, why it works, and why it’s so essential for forming young disciples today. Drawing from Scripture,...

EP3: Relational Ministry with Mark Berchem 13.01.2026 30:26

About this Episode What does relational ministry really look like—and why does it matter so much? In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell sit down with Mark Berchem, founder of NET Ministries, to dive deep into the heart of relational ministry. Mark shares the story of how NET began, how God unexpectedly drew him into decades of youth ministry, and why relatio...

EP2: Defining Our Terms 12.01.2026 32:31

About this Episode What if youth ministry is far bigger than a Wednesday night in a youth room? In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell widen the lens on what youth ministry really is—and who it’s really for. Together, they challenge the idea that youth ministry belongs to one role or one program and invite listeners to see anyone walking with young people in...

EP1: What is Your Why 24.11.2025 25:41

Welcome to the very first episode of The YDisciple Podcast! Join hosts Pete Burds and Annie Grandell as they kick off this new journey of curiosity, honesty, and hope for the future of the Church. In this conversation, Pete and Annie explore the foundational question at the heart of ministry: “Why are you here?” They share personal stories of conversion, the people who shaped them, and the moments...