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Latest Podcast Episodes
TLH148: Navigating Change from the Second Chair with Jake Mulder
In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, we’re joined by Jake Mulder to discuss what it means to lead change in youth ministry—especially when you’re not the lead pastor. We unpack practical ways for you to influence vision, build trust, and...
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TLH147: What Every Youth Pastor Needs to Know About Middle Schoolers
In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Jody sits down with Ashley Bohinc, a leader with over 22 years of experience working with middle schoolers, to talk about how to communicate effectively with this unique age group. Middle schoolers aren’t just...
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TLH146: Helping Parents Understand Today’s Youth Culture
In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Jody sits down with Walt Mueller, founder of the Center for Parent and Youth Understanding (CPYU), to discuss how youth pastors can better understand and respond to today’s rapidly changing youth culture. They explore...
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Latest Blog Posts
Practical Self-Care Tips for Youth Ministry Leaders to Thrive Long-Term
As a youth ministry leader, your job is demanding. You pour into others, lead teams, guide teens, and offer support to your congregation, often sacrificing your own needs to...
How Ministry Leaders Can Prioritize Self-Care and Avoid Burnout
How Ministry Leaders Can Prioritize Self-Care and Avoid Burnout If you’re in ministry, you know the joy of seeing lives changed, the thrill of serving others, and the satisfaction...
2 Secrets to Becoming a Better Youth Pastor
In a recent conversation with another youth pastor, we were talking about what the things are that really get measurable results on growing into a better youth pastor. If...
Show Host
Jody Livingston
Jody Livingston is the Pastor of Students and Young Adults at High Desert Church, with 25 years of experience in youth ministry. As a certified youth ministry coach, author, and host of The Longer Haul podcast, Jody is passionate about helping youth pastors build ministries that stand the test of time. His work centers on equipping leaders to thrive in their roles and create lasting impact.
Jody is a proud husband to Sarah and father to their four children: Emma, Anna, Lizzy, and Jack. In his spare time, he enjoys restoring his 1972 VW Westfalia Bus and fueling his sense of adventure through his love for vintage Volkswagens.
