Youth Pastor Tips Podcast
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Show overview
Youth Pastor Tips Podcast has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 22 episodes. That works out to roughly 5 hours of audio in total. Releases follow an irregular cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 11 min and 15 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 3 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2021, with 16 episodes published. Published by youthpastortips.
From the publisher
The Youth Pastor Tips Podcast is for anyone serving in Youth Ministry and provides a list of tips for Youth Workers, Volunteers, Small Group Leaders and all Youth Pastors around. In each episode, we will cover a different topic providing you with a list of clear tips that will help anyone win at what they do. The vision is to help you, the Youth Worker, be equipped to reach this next generation. While the mission is to provide you with simple easy tips every episode through a short amount of listening.
Latest Episodes
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Ep 215 Ways to Double Your Volunteer Team
Most churches don’t have a vision problem. They have a volunteer problem. In this episode, Anthony Vargas breaks down 5 proven ways to double your volunteer team without guilt-driven asks, burnout, or begging people to serve. These are practical, field-tested strategies that help you recruit the right people, develop them well, and create a culture where volunteers actually want to stay. You’ll learn: Why most volunteer recruiting fails before it even starts How to create momentum that attracts volunteers organically The leadership shift that turns attenders into owners Simple systems that make serving sustainable, not exhausting How to build a team people are proud to be part of If you’re a youth pastor, ministry leader, or church staff member who’s tired of doing too much with too few people, this episode is for you. Want help applying this to your ministry? Visit AnthonyVargas.org or reach out directly at [email protected]. Lead better. Build stronger teams. Reach more students.
Ep 2010 Systems Every Student Ministry Needs in 2026
If your student ministry only works when you’re present, it’s fragile. In this episode, I break down 10 systems every student ministry needs to thrive in 2026. From discipleship pathways to volunteer development, from parent partnerships to evaluation systems, these practical strategies will help you build a ministry that grows even when you’re not around. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to: Make your ministry consistent and reproducible Multiply leaders and grow disciples Engage students and volunteers more effectively Ensure your ministry thrives long-term Whether you lead a small group, a large youth ministry, or a volunteer student leader, these systems will help you take your ministry to the next level in 2026.
Ep 197 TIPS FOR SPEAKING AT EVENTS & HOW TO GET STARTED
In this episode, Anthony shares 7 brand new tips when it comes to speaking at other events. He also shares 5 tips at the end of the episode for those looking to get into it! Make sure to let another Youth Pastor know that YPT is back so they can take 15 minutes out of their day and listen! Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 1820 Tips on Preaching to Students and Keeping their Attention
In this episode, Anthony shares 20 brand new tips for any youth ministry size that will help each youth pastor keep students attention when preaching. Make sure to let another Youth Pastor know that YPT is back so they can take 15 minutes out of their day and listen! Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 1710 Tips to Kickstart Your Youth Ministry’s Best Year Yet!
In this episode, Anthony shares 10 brand new tips for any youth ministry size that will help each youth pastor have a great year in 2024. Make sure to let another Youth Pastor know that YPT is back so they can take 10 minutes out of their day and listen! Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 1650 Youth Ministry Tips
In this episode, Anthony shares 50 brand new tips for any youth ministry size. Make sure to send this to ONE Youth Pastor so they can take 5 minutes out of their day and listen! Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 1510 Tips for THE BEST SUMMER
Every youth pastor needs to hear these tips before summer hits. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 149 Tips from 9 Years in Youth Ministry
In this episode, Anthony shares 9 tips he has learned from serving in youth ministry for 9 years. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com Purpose Driven Youth Ministry
Ep 1317 Tips to Message Prep
In this Episode, Anthony reveals 17 tips to help you when preparing to communicate to teenagers. Also, check out this website for illustrations for your message: https://ministrypass.com/best-sources-sermon-illustrations/ Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 125 Tips for Recruiting Leaders
In this episode, Anthony shares 5 Tips when it comes to recruiting leaders in your ministry. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 114 Tips for Engaging Parents
Let's be completely honest, parents can sometimes be a difficult part of youth ministry. Yet, if we are also honest, youth ministry is 50% ministry towards our parents. In this episode, Anthony shares four practical tips to help the average youth pastor engage with every parent. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 1030 Tips for Youth Ministry
In this episode, Anthony shares 30 must know tips for every Youth Worker involved in Youth Ministry. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 95 Tips for Social Media
In this Episode, Anthony shares tips on way you grow your ministry by using social media. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 86 Tips to Create the Best Wednesday Nights
In this Episode, Anthony speaks on the necessary principles in creating a culture on Wednesdays that your students want to be a part of. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 77 Tips for Successful Events
In this episode, Anthony speaks on the topic of programming and how to host a successful event. Tips you need to know leading up to an event, during it, and afterwards will be found in this epsiode. Insta: @YouthPastorTips Twitter: @YouthPastorTips Email: [email protected] Website: YouthPastorTips.com
Ep 68 Tips to be a Healthy Youth Pastor
In this episode, Anthony shares 8 tips he's found successful in pursuing a healthier lifestyle as a youth pastor. Grab your copy of 30 days to understanding the bible here: https://www.amazon.com/Days-Understanding-Bible-30th-Anniversary/dp/0785216189/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2IU5GYZXJAX3K&dchild=1&keywords=30+days+to+understanding+the+bible+by+max+anders&qid=1612129423&sprefix=30+days+to+%2Caps%2C197&sr=8-2
Ep 54 Tips for a Healthy Youth Ministry
In this episode, Anthony speaks on small wins that may be able to take your youth ministry to the next level.
Ep 310 Tips when speaking to students pt. 2
In this episode, Anthony shares the second five tips you can use when it comes to speaking to teenagers.
Ep 210 Tips when speaking to students pt.1
In this episode, Anthony shares five tips you can use when it comes to speaking to teenagers.