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About the Author
I am a Youth Ministry veteran of twenty four years, and currently serve as the Student Pastor at High Desert Church.  I help equip and encourage Youth Pastors through this blog and podcast The Longer Haul.  My passion is helping Youth Pastors create a ministry of longevity that they truly love.  I am the grateful husband of Sarah and the dad of Emma, Anna, Lizzy, and Jack.  I am a speaker, lover of vintage VW’s, and the owner of one 1972 VW Westfalia Bus.

TLH123: The End of The Longer Haul?

As the old saying goes, “All good things must come to an end.” In this episode podcast, we talk about what’s ending, why it’s ending, and what if anything the future holds for The Longer Haul. As always, thanks for being a part of The Longer Haul and for all you do! We’re so thankful…

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TLH122: How To, What To, And Why Evaluate Your Youth Ministry

How often do you evaluate your youth ministry? Stop and think for a minute about the last time you sat down, blocked out some time, and REALLY evaluated your youth ministry. Maybe it has been a while or you’re not sure how to do it. Maybe you’re not sure what to evaluate or why you…

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TLH121: Growing and Learning

Longevity in youth ministry definitely requires growing and learning. There’s always more to learn and areas to grow. In this episode, we share lessons we’re learning, books that we’ve found helpful, and a few hints at what is ahead. Thanks for listening and for being a part of the longer haul community! JOIN THE PODCAST…

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TLH120: Partnering with Parents in Youth Ministry

Partnering with parents in youth ministry can be a challenge. Depending on what stage of life and ministry you are in, knowing how and where to start can leave you frustrated. Never fear! In today’s episode we’re diving in with practical advice and tips on how to partner more effectively with parents in your youth…

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TLH119: And We’re Back

Annnnd we’re back! It’s been a long summer, and we’re excited to be back recording new episodes. In this episode, we give you an update on where we’ve been, what’s ahead, and what things we’re currently working on. Thanks for listening and for being a part of the longer haul community. JOIN THE PODCAST GROUP!…

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TLH118: Rebuilding Your Youth Ministry

It’s no secret that youth ministry over the last year and a half has been incredibly difficult. What your ministry will look like after Covid is probably still up in the air. One thing seems to be true for almost everyone, what your youth ministry looks like will largely require rebuilding your youth ministry. On…

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