Episodes

  • Practically_Honest_College_Ministry

    Practically_Honest_College_Ministry
    Dec 8 2021
    As youth leaders, it's difficult to say goodbye to our graduates. Especially as life takes them in new and exciting paths, but often away from our local churches. It is difficult to help guide each one of them individually to find their next place for them to grow in their faith. In this podcast, we talk about the transition to college ministry and the unique opportunities it offers as we highlight Ohioi Northern University and talk to their Chaplain and a student.
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    24 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Parenting_Teens_Three_Youth_Leaders'_Perspectives

    Practically_Honest_Parenting_Teens_Three_Youth_Leaders'_Perspectives
    Dec 1 2021
    Tim Beck and I are joined by Deena Wolfe as we talk about how being youth leaders has impacted us as parents. We share our honest experiences with you in this podcast.
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    28 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Organic_Youth_Ministry

    Practically_Honest_Organic_Youth_Ministry
    Nov 10 2021
    The pandemic as shifted ministry all together. As churches made the difficult decision to not meet in person in order to protect their most vulnerable members, many lost the connections with one another. We have discussed this in podcasts in the last few months. While we can grieve for what is lost, we need to find ways to move forward. In this podcast, I talk with a pastor/dad/youth leader about what youth ministry looks like in his church and home. Joe and his wife have seven children that range in age from eight to twenty one. I admire their approach to ministry. They just do life and welcome those around them into their daily routine. I believe this the future of ministry.
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    30 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Tik_Tok_Challenges

    Practically_Honest_Tik_Tok_Challenges
    Nov 3 2021
    Tik Tok App took off during the pandemic. Most adults try to stay away from it. However, it is important for those of us that live and work with young people to be where they are and paying attention to what is influencing them. In this podcast we discuss the fall Tik Tok challenge called "Devious Licks" and how to stay connect to the world of young people.
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    21 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Living_In_Groundhog's_Day

    Practically_Honest_Living_In_Groundhog's_Day
    Oct 27 2021
    As October begins, and we contemplate ministry this fall/winter, we are still faced with the difficulties of living during this pandemic in a very devasive political climate. For many church leaders, especially youth leaders, not much has changed in twelve months except the number of children and teens who are suffering from this virus. So, where does that leave us? How do we navigate a ministry when so many factors are in play?

    While being out talking with youth leaders, many are struggling with similar roadblocks. Here are just a few:

    It is difficult to know who is even a part of the youth group.
    Volunteers are gone or those around do not want to give of their time anymore
    Feeling weary and tired. Being creative and finding new ways to reach teens is exhausting
    There has not been a break in 18 months
    Do we meet face to face? Outside or inside? Wear masks or not? Social distance at youth group?
    What does the future look like for youth ministry?

    We address these questions and give some thoughtful advice in this podcast.
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    35 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Ruthless_Elimination_Of_Hurry

    Practically_Honest_Ruthless_Elimination_Of_Hurry
    Oct 20 2021
    Chasity and I discuss the book we are currently reading in our book club this month. It's a great one! John Mark Comer takes us through his own struggle in finding quiet, peace and sabbath in his own life. He talks about hurry is not from God and how it can in face separate us from God. Take a listen, even if you haven't read the book. You may be inspired to reflect on this hurried life we all lead and actually do something different.
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    23 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Who's_Your_Eli

    Practically_Honest_Who's_Your_Eli
    Sep 29 2021
    The story of Eli and Samuel (1 Samuel 3) is still very relevant today! Eli guides Samuel and encourages him to listen for God who is calling Samuel. It is important for us to remember our own Eli(s) and challenge ourselves to be sure we have Samuel(s) that we are sharing our faith legacy with throughout our life. Take a listen as I talk to one of my Eli's, my Jr. High Youth Pastor.
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    24 mins
  • Practically_Honest_Marching_Off_The_Map

    Practically_Honest_Marching_Off_The_Map
    Sep 22 2021
    This is our reaction to Tim Elmore's book, "Marching Off the Map." Ironically, he wrote this prior to the pandemic; however, it speaks even more into our situation today. Elmore does an outstanding job laying out the "Why, What, and How" for educators, coaches, youth leaders, parents and employers of the younger generations. With all the research and insight in this book, those of us leading young people are hard pressed not to change the approach we take to connect with those we seek to lead. Take a listen and let us know what you think about the book, what we highlight or your observations about the shifts in the way we need to lead these younger generations.
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    24 mins
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