Podcasts by Empower Youth IN Ministry
Intentional NextGen discipleship where we consider what it means to help young people live, love and lead in a broken, chaotic and distraction-filled world.
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Practical Approaches to Mental Health from 2021-09-09T09:00
In this episode we continue our conversation with Chrissy Brodish and look at practical ways that parents, youth workers and leaders can emphasize and encourage conversations about mental health...
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Connection is Crucial for Mental Health from 2021-09-02T06:00
Our conversation with Chrissy Brodish continues as we look at the crucial role that connections make in overall mental health. This episode discusses the need for intentionality and creativity i...
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Mental Health - a Conversation with Chrissy Brodish from 2021-08-19T06:00
Chrissy Brodish, a practicing counselor working with middle schoolers, shares insights about the mental health landscape and practical thoughts for helping families and nextgen leaders to bring ...
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Mental Health - Looks, Likes, Laughs from 2021-08-12T09:00
In the last part of our conversation with DOC Maddison, we look at how identity development impacts mental health. Helping the next generation figure out, and making space for them to explore th...
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Love Languages of Mental Health from 2021-07-29T06:00
DOC Maddison takes insights from Gary Chapman's book, "Five Love Languages" and shows how these insights can be applied to mental health and impacting the next generation.
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Depression is an emotion, Anxiety is a phobia from 2021-07-22T10:00
Our conversation with DOC Maddison continues as we look at depression and anxiety, and tools to help the next generation cope with both!
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5 Stages of Grief from 2021-07-08T06:00
We continue our conversation with DOC Maddison about ministering to and empowering the next generation in light of significant issues with mental health. DOC talks through the 5 stages of grief,...
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Mental Health - a Conversation with DOC Maddison from 2021-07-01T06:00
DOC Maddison shares incredible insights about the effects of prolonged stress and anxiety on mental health. Remember the G.A.S.!!!
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A Biblical Response to the Mental Health Crisis from 2021-06-10T06:00
Dr. Ling walks us through practical and biblical responses to the mental health crisis among young people. These responses, informed by a deep biblical narrative and theology of suffering, are ...
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Mental Health Requires Critical Thinking from 2021-06-03T10:00
Helping the next generation have a more robust theology of suffering and improving their mental health requires critical thinking. Dr. Ling Dinse examines how youth and young adult ministries ca...
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Theology of Suffering pt. 2 from 2021-05-20T21:00
Correctly understanding the character of God is crucial for understanding the difficulties we experience in our broken world. Leaders can help the next generation do this by making space for gen...
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Theology of Suffering from 2021-05-13T06:00
One of the most important spiritual factors relating to mental health is helping the next generation develop a deep and robust Theology of Suffering where they're able to make sense of both...
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Biological and Social Factors of Mental Health from 2021-05-06T06:00
Dr. Ling Dinse, a licensed social worker and college professor, continues our conversation about mental health. In this episode, she dives into two different factors - biological and social - th...
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Mental Health - a Conversation with Dr. Ling Dinse from 2021-04-29T06:00
Mental health, anxiety and depression are incredibly prevalent and pressing concerns with the next generation. In this episode we begin a conversation with Dr. Ling Dinse, Professor of Counselin...
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Genuine Friendships Fuel Disabilities Ministry from 2021-04-22T06:00
More than anything else, helping your students develop real, authentic and genuine friendships fuels effective disabilities ministry. Teaching the next generation to understand and be in relatio...
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Equip Students to Minister to People with Disabilities from 2021-04-01T06:00
What are some practical ways to equip the next generation to minister to people with disabilities? Whether that's peers in youth group, or others in their small group, or church family. Tun...
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5 Practical Tools for Ministry to Students with Disabilities from 2021-03-25T06:00
Sandy Robinson, Director of Disabilities Ministries at Calvary Church, discusses 5 practical tools to use when ministering to students with disabilities.
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Why Students with Disabilities are Essential from 2021-03-18T06:00
Dealing with distracting behaviors and building effective relationships are important. Even more critical is the understanding of why students with disabilities are essential for a strong and co...
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Connecting to Students with Disabilities from 2021-03-04T09:00
It's crucial for NextGen leaders to build relational bridges to impact students with disabilities. Reaching out to and making meaningful connections with the student(s) and their families i...
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Including Students with Disabilities from 2021-02-25T13:00
What can NextGen ministries learn about including students with disabilities in their ministries? What are the first steps to take? Join the conversation with guest Sandy Robinson, Director of D...
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Ministering to Students with Disabilities from 2021-02-11T09:00
How can NextGen ministries intentionally include, disciple and equip students with disabilities? This episode focuses first on the language that most properly frames an effective approach to dis...
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Happy 140th Birthday Youth Ministry! from 2021-02-04T06:00
How did the C.E. movement begin? In the midst of a snowstorm, young people stepped up to live for Christ 24/7!
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Fruit Trees Don't Grunt from 2021-01-28T06:00
Heading into a new year often brings the chance for reflection and resolution. But even with the best of intentions, the vast majority of resolutions fail. How can we make sure our pursuit of Ch...
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Starting at the Beginning - Genesis 1:1 from 2021-01-21T06:00
What can this familiar Bible verse teach us about living boldly for Christ? Genesis 1:1 gives important insights for Godly living!
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"Clean Your Lenses" from 2021-01-14T06:00
It's crucial for leaders to be continually 'cleaning their lenses' - evaluating their assumptions, methods, and models - for how to intentionally disciple the next generation. Tha...
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"Set the Example!" from 2021-01-07T06:00
What does it look like for NextGen leaders to set the example for those in their sphere of influence as we continue to minister through chaos, uncertainty, and uncharted waters?
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"3 Keys for Keepin'On" from 2020-12-31T06:00
This episode examines three super-practical insights that can allow NextGen leaders to continue moving forward and staying focused as they minister through uncharted waters.
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"Change Now!" from 2020-12-24T06:00
Our world & our lives have changed in dramatic ways because of COVID-19. The time is ripe for NextGen leaders to bring new and creative ideas to the ministries they lead. Now is the time to ...
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"Encouragement is the Secret Sauce" from 2020-12-17T06:00
The secret sauce to continue moving forward with NextGen discipleship during uncertainty and chaos is encouragement! Dr. Dave and Josh dive into how maintaining an attitude of encouragement will...
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On the Move w/ C.E. -"Clarify Your Vision" from 2020-12-10T06:00
During a season where moving forward in ministry can be challenging, difficult & uncertain, "clarifying your vision" is a crucial element to effective NextGen ministry. Tune in as ...
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Effective and Empowering Mentoring from 2020-12-03T06:00
How can we effectively mentor the next generation...from a distance? Learn helpful postures and strategies from Pastor Garrett Low, the founder of "Distant Mentor." For more ideas and ...
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"Don't Feed the Bears!" from 2020-11-19T06:00
Dr. Dave's experience of seeing "Don't Feed the Bears!" signs at Yellowstone National Park has powerful implications for the way we disciple the next generation!
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Fight Our Battles from 2020-11-12T06:00
In an incredibly divided world, how can we approach & fight our battles? Josh shares key insights from 2 Chronicles 20.
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Live Boldly from 2020-10-29T06:00
Teaching the next generation to live with boldness is essential in a broken and chaotic world where the many followers of Christ over-prioritize safety and comfort. Dr. Dave shares three keys fo...
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Lead Humbly from 2020-10-22T06:00
Leading with integrity and humility is a key ingredient in today's 'me-centered' world. This episode explores 3 insights for equipping the next generation (& ourselves!) to le...
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Connection, Identity&Hope (Romans 16:22) from 2020-10-15T06:00
Today's isolated and broken world is exasperating the loneliness, fear and desperation that many young people experience. How can we bring the life-giving power of the gospel to bear on th...
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5 Questions to See If Your Ministry is Developing Hippos or Honeybees from 2020-10-07T23:00
Focusing on discipleship efforts that empower the next generation rather than entertain them is a simple concept...but it requires asking intentional questions! In this episode, Dr. Dave and Jos...
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Trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ for Strength from 2020-09-24T10:00
As believers, we have the crucial opportunity to show the love and power of God through how we TRUST Him for strength in the midst of uncertainty and chaos. This is an incredibly testimony when ...
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Critical Habits for Living on Mission from 2020-09-10T14:00
Dr. Dave Rahn, former VP of "Youth For Christ", discusses four critical habits for helping the next generation live on mission for Christ each day!
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Now is the Time for Courageous Questions from 2020-08-20T06:00
In part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Dave Rahn, VP for Ministry with Youth for Christ, we continue to look at the new things that God will do through a season of uncertainty. The time is now t...
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New Wine Skins Needed! from 2020-08-06T11:00
Many of the familiar aspects of NextGen ministry have been put on hold or removed because of COVID-19. Dr. Dave Rahn, Sr. VP for Ministry at Youth for Christ, joins the podcast to consider how t...
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A Practical Framework to Activate Faith from 2020-07-23T09:00
Pastor Tim Sanger, a 30-year youth ministry veteran, shares how he's utilized the Christian Endeavor T.E.A.M. Work approach to actively engage young people in ministry - moving them from co...
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Keys to Ministering Deeply in Today's World from 2020-07-16T14:00
In part 1 of a 3 part interview, we sit down with Pastor Tim Sanger, a 30-year youth ministry veteran and ask him to share his insights on making a lasting impact in youth ministry. In this epis...
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Thoughts from a 30-year Youth Ministry Veteran from 2020-07-09T06:00
In part 1 of a 3 part interview, we sit down with Pastor Tim Sanger, a 30-year youth ministry veteran and ask him to share his insights on making a lasting impact in youth ministry. This episode...
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Grace Encounters from 2020-07-02T06:00
What can we do when young people feel like they're not good enough to be loved by God, or like they'll just fail if they try to follow God? How can we mobilize students who are overly ...
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Conquering Anxiety and Fear (2 Chronicles 32:1-8) from 2020-06-25T06:00
Listen in as Dr. Dave shares key insights from 2 Chronicles 32:1-8 on conquering anxiety and fear in this special Bible Study deep dive episode.
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Re-Open With ALL Your Heart, Soul, Mind&Strength from 2020-06-18T06:00
In the midst of caring for the details and logistics of "re-opening" to meet together in person, how can NextGen leaders tend to their soul and stay focused on loving God completely?
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Re-Opening Intentionally with Dr. Walt Mueller from 2020-06-11T10:00
Dr. Walt Mueller, the founder of CPYU (the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding) shares his thoughts, insights and hopes for the future of NextGen discipleship post-COVID-19.
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Equipping the Saints During Re-Opening from 2020-06-04T06:00
In part 2 of our interview with Pastor Pat Testerman we look at strategies to continue equipping believers to pursue God in increasingly deeper ways as churches consider re-opening and meeting i...
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Equipping the Saints During COVID-19 from 2020-06-04T06:00
In this episode, we hear from guest Pastor Pat Testerman about the incredibly unique and inventive ways they've been equipping their church family during this season of isolation and distan...
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Unleash the Hive from 2020-05-28T06:00
What does the name "Unleash the Hive" mean? And what does it have to do with intentionally helping the next generation live all out for Christ? Dr. Dave and Josh explain the heart behi...
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Finding Peace and Purpose in the Midst of COVID-19 (part 2) from 2020-05-21T06:00
The COVID-19 pandemic has misaligned our lives on a global scale. As we try to sort through the uncertainty, many are struggling to find peace and purpose. Dr. Dave uncovers 3 steps we can take ...
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Finding Peace and Purpose in the Midst of COVID-19 (part 1) from 2020-05-14T06:00
The COVID-19 pandemic has misaligned our lives on a global scale. As we try to sort through the uncertainty, many are struggling to find peace and purpose. Dr. Dave uncovers 3 steps we can take ...
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B.E.L.O.N.G. is Essential for NexGen Discipleship from 2020-05-07T06:00
In our world, so much about NextGen ministry is radically changing. It's crucial for ministry success and student discipleship to understand how relationships will be approached differently...
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How COVID-19 is Changing Youth Ministry from 2020-04-30T06:00
The current global pandemic has radically impacted the lives of people around the world. What will NextGen ministry look like in a post COVID-19 world? What changes can youth workers expect, and...
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Stay Oriented from 2020-04-23T05:00
The blinders are off. Students have been physically separated from most of our normal disciple-making efforts. How do we give them the tools to stay oriented on Christ every moment of every day?...
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Thrive in Crisis, part 2 from 2020-04-09T06:00
Dr. Dave takes a deep dive into how we can not only survive, but THRIVE in the midst of crisis, panic and uncertainty. This episode is part 2 of 2 of a sermon that was live-streamed across regio...
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Thrive in Crisis, part 1 from 2020-04-09T06:00
Dr. Dave takes a deep dive into how we can not only survive, but THRIVE in the midst of crisis, panic and uncertainty. This episode is part 1 of 2 of a sermon that was live-streamed across regio...
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Tips for Intentional Online Discipleship from 2020-04-04T10:00
Understanding WHY connections are crucial for discipleship can help inform HOW we connect during times of routine and times of crisis. Also, hear 6 quick tips that are crucial for online next ge...
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Tips for Intentional Online Discipleship from 2020-04-04T10:00
Understanding WHY connections are crucial for discipleship can help inform HOW we connect during times of routine and times of crisis. Also, hear 6 quick tips that are crucial for online next ge...
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Tips for Intentional Online Discipleship from 2020-04-04T10:00
Understanding WHY connections are crucial for discipleship can help inform HOW we connect during times of routine and times of crisis. Also, hear 6 quick tips that are crucial for online next ge...
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