The Heart of a Youth Leader

The Heart of a Youth Leader

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The Heart of a Youth Leader episodes

  • Getting God's Guidance | Psalm 107:1-9

    When life is busy it is so easy to simply try doing more and to make our own decisions on how to respond to the busyness. In this episode, Andy explores how it might be more helpful to step back a moment and ask God for what He wants you to do.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    11 min
  • Facing your fears | Deuteronomy 31:6-8

    This week, we think about the pandemic and the effect is has had on young people today, and how we can help them deal with their struggles, emotions and anxieties.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    10 min
  • Wearing the right clothes | Colossians 3:12

    In this episode, we explore how we can start the day on the right foot and preparing ourselves properly for the day ahead.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    9 min
  • Living for the teacher | Acts 7:48-60

    The martyring of Stephen is such an inspiring story. This week, Andy Castle looks at this story and notices where Stephen has his focus.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    9 min
  • The prayer sandwich | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

    Following on from the last episode, Andy Castle explores how the model of Rejoicing, Praying and Thanksgiving creates a wonderful positive and healthy way to pray. Enjoy!

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    10 min
  • What is God's will for your life? | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

    Do you know what God's will for your life is? In this episode, Andy talks about what the apostle Paul considers the answer to this question.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    11 min
  • Finding breathing room | Psalm 61

    In this episode, Andy Castle talks about the trap of being too busy, too often and how we need to find space to keep our eyes on Jesus.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    10 min
  • A sanctuary during bad times | Psalm 9:7-10

    This week, Andy thinks about the challenges that face young people as well as how we need to take good care of ourselves, as youth leaders.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    10 min
  • What's God been saying to you? | Psalm 9:1-2

    In this episode, Andy Castle looks at how our thankfulness leads us to worship and how we need to encourage each other with stories of what God is doing in our lives and in our youth groups.

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    10 min
  • How do you plan? | Proverbs 16:1-9

    Are you a careful planner or do you prefer to go with the flow? This week, Andy Castle explores both approaches and asks what does God want us to do?

    'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.

    You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

    11 min

About The Heart of a Youth Leader

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The Heart of a Youth Leader is for anyone who wants to help children and young people discover life in all its fullness with Jesus.


Hosted by Andy Castle from Thrive Youth…