Podcast

TLH130: Changes in Youth Ministry with Zac Workun and Chad Higgins

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast longtime friends of the show, Zac Workun and Chad Higgins from Lifeway Students and Youth Ministry Booster join us to talk about the changes we’re seeing in youth ministry today. We dive into all kinds of changes and some history of how we got here…

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TLH129: Secrets to Staying in Youth Ministry

In this episode, I had a great conversation with Eric about what it takes to thrive and survive in youth ministry. We discuss the importance of prioritizing healthy rhythms, celebrating and supporting other youth pastors and churches, developing effective systems, placing a high value on leadership development, and remembering that ministry is not about personal…

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TLH128: Five(ish) Books for Youth Pastors

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, I’m diving back into a list of books that I’m recommending for youth pastors to read. In addition, I give you several tips for selecting the types of books you read. I’m convinced that reading is a discipline everyone who longs to lead better and…

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TLH127:”Raising Kids in the Fishbowl” Insights from a Youth Pastor and His Wife

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, my wife and I follow up with part two, if you will, of episode 126. We share our journey of raising kids while serving in youth ministry and offer insights on how to navigate the unique challenges of parenting in the “fishbowl” of ministry. We…

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TLH126: Growing Up in Youth Ministry: A Youth Pastor’s Kids’ Perspective

In this episode of the Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, we sit down with four special guests: my kiddos. They share their unique perspective on growing up in youth ministry and how it has impacted their lives. The conversation touches on the joys and challenges of being a youth pastor’s kid, navigating faith and family…

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TLH125: Where Have All The Youth Pastors Gone?

It has become a regular occurrence for me. At least once a week I have someone reach out asking if I know of anyone I could recommend for their Youth Pastor search. Sadly, the answer is the same every time these days…no. It seems that nearly everyone is looking to hire a Youth Pastor and…

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