TLH136: Finding and Landing a Youth Ministry Job

Brian Aaby, a veteran youth ministry leader now working with Slingshot Group, joins the show today to talk all about finding and landing a youth ministry job.

We give practical advice for youth leaders considering a change in ministry roles or transitioning into their first ministry role. Brian stresses the importance of networking, preparing well for interviews, volunteering, and staying involved in youth culture during job searches.

LINKS MENTIONED:

An open letter to a departing youth pastor at BrianAaby.com

BrianAaby.com

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Seven Reasons You Should Leave Your Church

Leadership and Self Deception by The Arbinger Institute

Slingshot Group

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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.