Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast

TITLE: Making Small Groups a Big Deal

DESCRIPTION: In this breakout, we will discuss why small groups are valuable within the youth ministry context, as well as how to implement them in ways that are intentional, meaningful, and part of your youth ministry strategy and vision as a whole!

LEADER: Jared Barham, Associate Pastor of Youth, Northside Baptist Church, Indianapolis, IN

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: AI, the Church, & NextGen

DESCRIPTION: How to help your church and parents navigate AI. Come learn how you can use it to engage NextGen audiences and mobilize them to reach their peers.

LEADER: David Olson, Manager of A.I. Solutions, International Mission Board, Richmond, VA

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Sustainable Ministry Growth: 5 Systems That Will Take Your Ministry Further, Faster

DESCRIPTION: Ever feel like you need more staff? More volunteers?? More time??? A key competency for next-level ministry leaders is the ability to systematize processes with sustainable health and growth in mind. Effective systems offer an organized framework to streamline your ministry's organizational and ministry activity. Those who systematize well can better manage staffing, volunteer, and resource needs and position themselves for sustained healthy growth. This breakout will explore how to systematize processes in your ministry and will offer invaluable strategies for organizational management and growth.

LEADER: Dr. Tripp Atkinson, NextGen Pastor, Church at The Mill, Moore, SC

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Not Just a Girl Thing: God's Invitation Through Feelings

DESCRIPTION: Whether it's you, your team, or your teenagers, dealing with big feelings is inevitable in ministry. Cry night at camp, anyone? The issue we often face is how to validate how we feel without allowing feelings to control our hearts and minds. Let's study together how God wants to create ministries that promote authenticity without compromising truth.

LEADER: Amanda Mejias, Girls' Brand Specialist, Lifeway Christian Resources, Nashville, TN

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Depression, Anxiety, & the Gospel: How Faith & Mental Health Intersect

DESCRIPTION: Delve into the profound impact of the gospel on addressing the challenges of depression and anxiety, both individually and in the context of student support. It equips leaders with the necessary guidance to navigate the intersection of faith and mental health, enabling them to provide compassionate and effective support to students in need.

LEADER: Michael Bozeman, Director of Church Engagement, Alabama Children's Home, Birmingham, AL

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Creating a Culture & Platform of Evangelism in Student Ministry

DESCRIPTION: Student ministry is the single greatest harvest ministry in the church today. In the session, we will look at how to communicate the gospel to students, as well as creating a culture of disciple-making disciples in your student ministry.

LEADER: Daniel Ritchie, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Raleigh, NC

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Becoming Who You Are: Student Ministry as a Leadership Lab

DESCRIPTION: Most student ministers live in the tension between today's ministry and tomorrow's opportunity. Dr. Wolfe reveals five core leadership principles that give meaningful substance to your student ministry today and formative shape to your leadership leverage for the future.

LEADER: Dr. Tony Wolfe, Executive Director-Treasurer, South Carolina Baptist Convention, Columbia, SC 

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Developing a Student Ministry that Prays 

DESCRIPTION: Students who want to grow in their faith often struggle with their prayer life (their Student Pastor may struggle as well). Dr. McKinion will offer practical steps for helping students learn to be pray-ers and to help build a Student Ministry that prioritizes and incorporates prayer as a central component of a ministry where leaders and students alike value and practice a vibrant prayer life. 

LEADER: Dr. Steve McKinion, Professor of Theology & Patristic Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC 

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Student Ministry Rookies 

DESCRIPTION: Establish healthy habits in your first three years of ministry with Steve Coleman. 

LEADER: Steve Coleman, Minister to Youth & Families, FBC Richmond, KY 

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/

TITLE: Men & Women: Doing Ministry as a Family 

DESCRIPTION: Join Jamie & Tara in this breakout session to learn more about how to do ministry as a family, how to be intentional with your time, and how to shepherd your family’s ministry mindset. 

LEADERS: Dr. Jamie & Dr. Tara Dew, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, New Orleans, LA 

This podcast brings you the very best of Conclave—breakout sessions, main-stage talks, and practical training content straight from our annual gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Each year, youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and leaders from across Southern Baptist cooperating states gather for three powerful days of encouragement, equipping, and sharpening as we focus on reaching the next generation for Christ. Now, you don’t have to wait until the next event to benefit from that experience. Through this podcast, you’ll hear trusted voices from youth ministry sharing biblical insight, practical tools, and real-world encouragement to help you lead students, week in and week out. Whether you’re a seasoned youth pastor or a faithful volunteer, these episodes are designed to strengthen your leadership, renew your calling, and sharpen your ministry. Want to learn more about Conclave or join us in person? Visit ymconclave.org to find out more about the next gathering.
Thanks for listening—and welcome to the Conclave Youth Ministry Podcast.

You can find out more information about Conclave here: https://ymconclave.org/