Student Ministry Matters

By Student Ministry Matters

Student Ministry Matters is a podcast aimed at providing support, encouragement, and connection for those that work with students in ministry settings.... more

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How many episodes does Student Ministry Matters have?

The podcast currently has 222 episodes available.

Student Ministry Matters episodes:

February 23, 2026 Episode 211 - Understanding Biblical Counseling
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Danny Paul, pastor & Biblical counselor, about the value of Biblical counseling.

Resources:
Side by Side, by Ed Welch is an introduction to many principles that Biblical Counseling is built on. It is an every Christian's approach to developing helpful relationships.
Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands, By Paul David Tripp. It is a deeper dive into the practice of Biblical Counseling.
How People Change, By Paul David Tripp and Tim Lane
Saints, Sinners, and Sufferers, by Mike Emlet
Many online training options to go through individually or with a group from your church from the Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship. Find free resources and training at Ibcd.org
Find the Truth in Love Podcast, articles, and resources from the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors at biblicalcounseling.com

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

...more
38min
February 16, 2026 Episode 210 - Ministry Across the Spectrum with Dr. Russell Threet
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Russell Threet, author of Ministry Across the Spectrum. The book discusses autism and some practical ministry approaches in the local church.

Resources for ministry to those with Special Needs:
Ministry Across the Spectrum by Dr. Russell Threet
Joni and Friends
Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder — Barbara J. Newman
Autism and the Church- Grant Macaskill
Thinking Biblically about Autism with Daniel Berger

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
39min
February 09, 2026 Episode 209 - The Ministry of Small Things with Dr. Reuben Bredenhof
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Reuben Bredenhof, author of The Ministry of Small Things.

www.reubenbredenhof.com
Instagram: @reubenbredenhof
Seminary Website: www.canadianreformedseminary.ca
Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS29SD6V

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
34min
February 01, 2026 Episode 208 - Leading through Loss
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk through the idea of continuing to lead in your ministry as you experience your own personal loss.

1. Lean on God & His Word.
2. Lean on Your Immediate Circle.
3. Lean on Your Spiritual Family.
4. Lean on Professionals.

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
33min
January 20, 2026 Episode 207 - Iconic with Mike McGarry the Youth Pastor Theologian
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Mike McGarry, the Youth Pastor Theologian, and his new book, Iconic. They also talk about the importance of theology in student ministry and how to lean into that arena.

Iconic by Mike McGarry
Grasping God's Word by Duvall & Hays

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
35min
January 12, 2026 Episode 206 - Considering the Rhythms of Youth Group Meetings
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about finding the right rhythm for your youth group meetings.

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
31min
January 06, 2026 Episode 205 - Why in the World Would You Be in Youth Ministry?
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about what motivates them to serve and minister to students.

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
29min
October 27, 2025 Episode 204 - Students & Theology with Dr. Sam Bierig
Listen in as Dan Carson catches up with Dr. Sam Bierig as they discuss a new series called Real World Theology for students.

Iconic: Being God's Image in Your World by Mike McGarry
Nomad: A Short Story of Our Long Journey Home

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
37min
October 22, 2025 Episode 203 - Snacks & Student Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about some things to consider as you deal with snacks in your student ministry.

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
23min
October 14, 2025 Episode 202 - Making Time to Read in Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines discuss making time to read in ministry.

Book Recommendations:
How to Read a Book by Andy Naselli
Fulfill Your Student Ministry by Sam Bierig

Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters.
Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.

Podcast Partner:
Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu
501-329-6872 / [email protected]
Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters
Hosts:
Dan Carson - [email protected]
Chris Vines - [email protected]
Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703
www.StudentMinistryMatters.com
StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com
[email protected]
Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
...more
39min

FAQs about Student Ministry Matters:

How many episodes does Student Ministry Matters have?

The podcast currently has 222 episodes available.

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