How NOT To Be a Youth Pastor

Being a Youth Pastor typically involves talking in front of people. Join Kyle and Derek as they discuss some tips and tricks to public speaking as a Youth Pastor!

Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about some of the different hats a Youth Pastor might have to wear as a part of a church staff.

Youth Ministry isn't always video games and pizza parties. Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about navigating some of the tougher parts of ministry, and how you can be there for hurting families.

Youth Ministry can look completely different in the summer. Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about some of the different fun events they do each year, and other ways Youth Pastors can maximize their summers!

As a Youth Pastor, what do you do with the students that are a little more difficult? Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about how to handle one of the more complicated sides of ministry.

Love and sex are always a hot topic in youth ministry. Students squirm when they hear those words almost as much as Youth Pastors! Join Kyle and Derek as they break down some tips for talking about love, sex, and relationships with teenagers.

Adult volunteers are SO IMPORTANT to youth ministry! On today's episode, Kyle and Derek talk about the role adult volunteers can play in youth ministry, and how to find the best ones.

Being in ministry takes up a lot of your time, but it still can't be the most important thing in your life! Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about the personal challenges that come with being a Youth Pastor.

We're back for more on mission teams! Join us for Part 2 of our missions-focused episodes.

You've heard our passion for mission teams... now hear how we make them happen! Join Kyle and Derek as they talk about some of the behind-the-scenes logistics of mission teams.

Ever feel like you have too much going on? Do you feel like you need to give an excuse every time you say "no" to something? This week, Kyle and Derek unpack the artform of saying "no" to things in ministry and in our personal lives.

Growth, both professionally and personally, is something that many of us pursue on a daily basis. In this episode, Kyle and Derek unpack the "why" and "how" behind their continual pursuit of development.

Humans love to compare. Whether consciously or subconsciously, we are always measuring ourselves against the successes and failures of other people. The result? Tune in to episode 3!

Social media is everywhere. Derek and Kyle unpack how social media plays a role in ministry, parenting, and life in general.

Preparation is key, but you can't prepare for everything. Kyle and Derek unpack some of their favorite "on-the-job" lessons they have learned in ministry.