Lead222 Podcast

In this episode, Jake and Gerb revisit one of the biggest conversations happening right now: AI.

They have already covered the can’s and can’ts of using AI in student ministry in part 1 of this mini series. Take a listen to part 2 as they discuss showing up for your students and what is going to set Student Ministry apart from the digital world of the future. 

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In this episode, Jake and Gerb dive into one of the biggest conversations happening right now: AI.

What are the can’s and can’ts of using AI in student ministry? What does a healthy approach to AI actually look like? And what happens when we put our attention spans to the test… in real time? Listen in for a great conversation around an idea affecting the world. 

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In this episode, Jake and Gerb are back from taking a break for the summer! They discuss summer wins, the Fall starting back up in ministry and Gerb’s passionate plea to stop tik toking & driving.  

Big things happening in Lead! 

• Indy September gathering at Andy & Candace Stephson’s house September 10th 6-8pm! Email [email protected] for more information! Spouses included in the invite!

• Register NOW for the coaching season starting up in September! 

• Register NOW for the LEAD Summit, October 6-8 in Indianapolis!

• Register for both of these at lead222.com 

• Have show topics you want us to cover? DM our Instagram or email us! [email protected] or [email protected] 

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MAJOR EPISODE FOR Lead222!

In this episode, Jake and Gerb announce a change coming this September! We talk about leadership transitions, why relational leadership still matters more than ever, and why Gerb has a blender in his office. Take a listen now!

Bo Challenges: 

Bo Challenge #1:

Spend intentional quiet time praying with your spouse every day for the next month. Start with gratitude and make space to truly connect spiritually together.

Bo Challenge #2:

Within the next few days, reach out to someone who made a difference in your life. Send the text, write the note, or make the call and tell them specifically why you’re grateful for them.

Register NOW for the LEAD Summit: lead222.com

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In this episode Jake and Gerb are onto the 8th of the 9 Healthy Markers of a Student Ministry - Consistent Clear Communication! Take a listen as the guys dive into the importance of communicating with parents, evaluation questions on this topic, and how to spot an A.I. written church post.

Bo Challenge: Make some phone calls or send some texts - meet with your parents and volunteers to hear feedback about how you’ve been communicating!

Bonus challenge: Reach out to the person or volunteer you have been avoiding hearing their feedback!

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In this episode Jake and Gerb talk through the 7th of the 9 Healthy Markers of a Student Ministry - Evaluation!

Take a listen as the guys dive into what this looks like in their ministries, growth points over the years, and how Gerb has a dead cow in his trash can.

Bo Challenge: Evaluate your ministry and don’t let it sit idle! 

FREE resource for surveying the spiritual life of your students - feed.bible

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In this episode Jake and Gerb bring in the Director of Coaching for Lead222 - Larry Ely! Take a listen as we discuss Larry’s new book - Leadership Reborn, why Lead coaching matters, and how Gerb’s Christmas lights have been stolen by someone in the church.  

p.s. - Jake is still a Cornhole champion

Bo Challenge: Invite someone into lead RIGHT NOW and get a discounted coaching price!

For a free book email Larry with the subject FREEBOOK to [email protected] 

Larry’s resource website: https://amplifyministries.org/ 

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In this episode Jake and Gerb talk about our next marker of a Healthy Student Ministry - Uncommon Care & Acceptance! This episode is a little longer than most but is great to send to anyone you are coaching or maybe another youth pastor who could be encouraged! Take a listen as we discuss The Lead222 Summit, what uncommon care looks like in today’s culture, and our first installment of Gerb Gab - you don’t want to miss it! 

p.s. - Jake is a Cornhole champion

Bo Challenge: Disconnect value from behavior when having tough conversations with students!

The 40 I Am cards link: https://beagoby.store/products/forty-i-ams-cards 

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In this episode we are talking about Intentional Events again and we brought in the president of Lead222 Bo Boshers to share why this ended up in the 9 Markers of a Healthy Student Ministry that we coach through. Take a listen as we discuss successes, how we have failed at planning events and how the Colts are going to win the Super Bowl. 

Bo Challenge: Sign up for the Summit Nov 11-13! If you’re already signed up, invite someone to the Summit!

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We’re back talking about our 9 Markers of a Healthy Youth Ministry! This episode we are talking about Intentional Events and what some key elements of an event that makes it intentionally planned. Take a listen as we discuss successes, how we have failed at planning events and how the weather is really getting to Jake. 

Bo Challenge: Capture photo or video at your next event so that your students can share them on social media!

Bonus Bo Challenge - Have a student take the photo or video! 

Bonus Bonus Bo Challenge - Have a student make the social media post for your social media account! 

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