Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast

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Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast episodes

January 07, 2016TLH035: How to Set Goals in Youth Ministry
Knowing how to set goals in Youth Ministry is extremely important. Setting the right goals and setting them correctly is even more important.
In today’s episode you’ll find how to set goals in your Youth Ministry. These will help you stay encouraged and moving forward.
Links mentioned:
Benchmarks in your Youth Ministry (blog post)
Seasons in your Youth Ministry (podcast episode)
@jodyLivingston
The Longer Haul on Facebook
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Audible.com – Grab a free 30 trial and free download of any of the 250,000+ books available on Audible
Jesus, Continued…: Why the Spirit Inside You is Better than Jesus Beside You
In this particular episode, you will learn:
Why setting goals is so important
6 Keys to setting goals the right way
How setting goals can help you stay encouraged and stay longer.New
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31 min
December 17, 2015TLH034: How to Read at Least One Book Every Week
If you want to be an effective leader you MUST be a consistent reader. Reading is one of the best (and cheapest) way to learn and grow. Many struggle with reading consistently or at all though. It is a worthwhile discipline to be learned.
In today’s episode you’ll find how to build better reading habits and finish at least one book at week (if not more).
Links mentioned:
@jodyLivingston
The Longer Haul on Facebook
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Audible.com – Grab a free 30 trial and free download of any of the 250,000+ books available on Audible
Remember Everything You Read: The Evelyn Wood 7-Day Speed Reading and Learning Program
In this particular episode, you will learn:
Why reading is so important for Youth Pastors and Youth Workers
Practical How-to’s on how to read more and faster
Tools and helps to read more and faster
Show Sponsor:
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26 min
November 26, 2015TLH033: A Youth Ministry that Builds Disciples
What does it mean to really build disciples in your Youth Ministry? What does it take?
In today’s episode Duffy Robbins joins me to talk about how to build a youth ministry that builds disciples. This is a great episode and is packed with lots of practical advice and how to’s.
Links mentioned:
@duffyrobbins
Eastern.edu
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Building a Ministry that Builds Disciples by Duffy Robbins
The Ministry of Nurture by Duffy Robbins
In this particular episode, you will learn:
What real discipleship looks like in Youth Ministry
The must haves every Youth Pastor and Youth Ministry needs for discipleship
Why there really is no silver bullet
Show Sponsor:
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35 min
November 19, 2015TLH032: Helping Youth Share the Gospel at School
Every Youth Pastor wants youth who share the gospel at school. Wanting that in our students and creating that in our students is an entirely different thing altogether.
In today’s episode David Martin from I Am Second joins me to talk about how to help youth share the gospel at school. This is a great episode and is packed with lots of practical advice, resources, how to’s.
Links mentioned:
@realdavidmartin
I Am Second
I Am Second – Students
TLH025: Getting Your Youth To Share Their Faith
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Your First Two Years in Youth Ministry by Doug Fields
The Ministry of Nurture by Duffy Robbins
Throat Coat (magical goodness) Tea
In this particular episode, you will learn:
How to help your students use story to share the gospel
The importance of 3 words
The most important quality a Youth Pastor needs for students who share their faith
Show Sponsor:
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56 min
November 12, 2015TLH031: When Youth Pastors Leave Too Often
I don’t think most Youth Pastors take a position thinking they will leave soon. The reality is though that for many this is the case. Many times Youth Pastors leave too often. The damage left behind as a result can be devastating.
In today’s episode I interview on of my students and he shares what it is like to be on the receiving end when Youth Pastors leave too often.
This is a great episode and is packed with really helpful insight and perspective.
Links mentioned:
How to make changes without getting fired
How to kill the sacred cow
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung
In this particular episode, you will learn:
What students deal with when youth pastors come and go
How to overcome apathy in students when you’re new
Important factors when transitioning in and out of new ministries
Show Sponsor:
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53 min
October 15, 2015TLH030: Avoiding Burnout in Youth Ministry
If you’ve been in Youth Ministry for more than a day or two you know that burnout is a real possibility for anyone in ministry.
In today’s episode Ben Trueblood joins me to talk about burnout in Youth Ministry and how to avoid it. This is a great episode and is packed with lots of practical advise and how to’s.
Links mentioned:
@bentrueblood
http://www.lifeway.com/studentministry/
5 Reasons You Struggle To Get Along With Your Pastor
TLH007: Why They Stay
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
The Gospel Project for Students
Why They Stay by Steve Parr
In this particular episode, you will learn:
Signs of burnout in Youth Ministry
Causes of burnout in Youth Ministry
How to avoid and come back from burnout in Youth Ministry
Show Sponsor:
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1 hr 1 min
September 17, 2015TLH029: Lessons When Assuming Additional Responsiblities
As a Youth Pastor you often find yourself wearing many hats. There also come times when you must assume additional responsibilities. In this episode I’m giving you six lessons for taking on additional responsibilities.
Links mentioned:
TLH007: Why They Stay
TLH024: Partnering with Parents in Youth Ministry
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Building The All Star Team Course
The upcoming book by Jeremy Lee and Jim Burns: Pass it On
The upcoming book by Steve Parr: Why They Stay
In this particular episode, you will learn:
One mistake we often make when we are new to a Youth Ministry
How to approach new responsibilities
Show Sponsor:
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30 min
August 20, 2015TLH028: Question and Answer New and Volunteer Youth Pastor
It’s a little Q & A today on the podcast. What things should a youth pastor do when first starting out? How should a volunteer or bi-vocational youth pastor best spend their time?
Links mentioned:
TLH008: What to do with busy teens with Aaron Helman
TLH006: Crafting Vision for Youth Ministry with Nate Turner

In this particular episode, you will learn:
What kind of things a new Youth Pastor should focus on
How to prioritize and make best use of your time as a volunteer Youth Pastor
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23 min
August 06, 2015TLH027: Serving in a Dual Role in Youth Ministry
Youth Pastors often find themselves serving in a dual role within their church. How do you manage it? How do you get it done? In this episode we tackle how to do it well.
Links mentioned:
DownloadYouthMinistry.com
@JustinKnowles3
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results
Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration
Download Youth Ministry
In this particular episode, you will learn:
Advantages/disadvantages of being dual role
Tips for getting it all done
What if you don’t have team (yet)?
Show Sponsor:
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HELP OTHER YOUTH PASTORS!
If you’re enjoying the podcast please take a few minutes to subscribe and write a review on iTunes. It goes a long way in helping other Youth Pastors and Youth Workers find the podcast.
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48 min
July 30, 2015TLH026: Tools to Manage Your Youth Ministry
Having the right tool for the job is essential. This is especially important in youth ministry. In this episode I’m giving you the top 5 tools to help manage your youth ministry.
Links mentioned:
Evernote Essentials
Resources mentioned in this Podcast:
Click Here to Download The 5 Top Tools I Use To Manage My Youth Ministry
In this particular episode, you will learn:
Tools to help manage the day-to-day of youth ministry
Tools to help you manage your team
Tools to help you be more effective as a Youth Pastor
Show Sponsor:
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HELP OTHER YOUTH PASTORS!
If you’re enjoying the podcast please take a few minutes to subscribe and write a review on iTunes. It goes a long way in helping other Youth Pastors and Youth Workers find the podcast.
You can do that right here!
Support the Show
26 min

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Join Jody Livingston, a dedicated Student Pastor with boots-on-the-ground experience, as he guides both new and veteran Youth Ministry leaders toward sustainable success in The Longer Haul podcast.…