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Youth Ministry Booster

Youth Ministry Booster
Youth Ministry
Summer Camp
Community Engagement
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Leadership
Family Engagement
Middle School Boys
Expectations In Ministry
Emotional Well-Being
Family Life
Spring Break
Crisis Management
Student Leaders
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Summer Olympics
Parental Involvement
Self-Care In Ministry
Service Projects
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Community Building

Welcome to the Youth Ministry Booster podcast! The most honest and hilarious podcast in student ministry. Hosted by Zac Workun and Chad Higgins. We are the biggest fans of youth ministry leaders like you! We are here for you with the humor and the help to engage, entertain, equip, and encourage.Youth ministry is better together. Learn more @ www.youthministrybooster.com

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What actually makes a youth ministry fruitful? Bigger crowds? Flashier events? Viral moments? In this episode  Zac sits down with JP Black to wrestle honestly with those questions: presence, not popularity.

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When a student walked into the office during the pandemic asking whether his father would live long enough for a transplant, it exposed a gap many youth pastors feel but rarely name: we can teach Scripture and organize programs, but do w... more

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Which snack would you like to popsicle? 

In this episode, Chad Daugherty joins Zac and the crew for a conversation that starts with dad-life fitness in the “llama lift lair” and ends with a practical blueprint for building a healthy, su... more

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What if your calendar didn’t own your ministry — but served it?

Welcome to the podcast garage Amanda Mejias! Lifeway Specialist for Girls' Ministry and Women in Youth Ministry. Check this pastoral note: We to need to make the move from ... more

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Recent Guests

JP Black
Youth minister and guest
First Rockwall
Episode: Youth Ministry Presence Over Hype w/ JP Black
Randy Jackson
Speaker on soul care and parent ministry in youth ministry
Independent theologian/ministry leader
Episode: Gospel Centered Soul Care At Home For Youth Ministry w/ Dr. Randy Jackson
Ribbin Dorado
Youth minister with a focus on healthy ministry rhythms and spiritual formation for youth
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Episode: Youth Ministry Needs Sacred Rhythms For Real Students w/ Ribbin Dorado
Joseph Kellogg
Lead Youth Pastor for Victory Church and founder of HYM
Victory Church
Episode: Youth Ministry is still Awe-some w/ Joseph Kellogg
Kate Downing
Youth ministry leader and experienced meeting facilitator
Episode: The Youth Ministry Meeting Makeover w/ Kate Downing
Shane Pruitt
Author and speaker focused on youth ministry and understanding Jesus
Lifeway
Episode: Timeless Jesus In Strange Times w/ Shane Pruitt
Jody Livingston
Experienced youth minister and author
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Episode: Why Youth Ministers Quit and How to Stay: Staying Power w/ Jody Livingston
Jay Smith
Episode: 5 Wishes For Youth Ministry Magic In 2025
Chris Trent
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Episode: Tradition, Transformation, and Timeless Youth Ministry Wisdom

Hosts

Zac Workun
Host of Youth Ministry Booster
Chad Higgins
Co-host of the Youth Ministry Booster podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Great show

    Really entertaining and solid advice from these guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mwcollins.org
    United States2 years ago
  • The Medina (TN) Youth Pastor

    Great to finally meet these guys in person. #YPS Murfreesboro 2023

    Love the podcast. Keep it up guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CEdMedina22
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Stuff

    This podcast is outstanding. Thankful for these two and their investment in youth ministry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jake_Rasmussen
    United States4 years ago
  • Community at its finest!

    I love these guys! I enjoy the stories they share about youth ministry and family. It feels like I'm having lunch with them and just catching up on what's been going on. I also greatly appreciate the care they give to the topics they cover. Well done gentlemen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjburroughs
    United States4 years ago
  • A solid podcast!

    I love this podcast for how it challenges and equips me in youth ministry, but also how it ministers for me as the youth pastor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marrowjace
    United States5 years ago

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Excellent resource for youth pastors; supportive and practical.
Great show with entertaining and solid actionable advice.
A community feel with thoughtful discussions and useful ideas.
The content is relatable, encouraging, and deeply invested in ministry health.

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Youth Ministry Presence Over Hype w/ JP Black
Q: How are you restructuring programs to meet middle school and high school students where they are?
They separated middle school and high school ministries to tailor spiritual development to each group's season, which allows for more age-appropriate teaching and formation, while maintaining a shared aim of presenting God's presence to students.
Youth Ministry Presence Over Hype w/ JP Black
Q: What are the main things youth ministers have overemphasized or underemphasized in the post-COVID era?
The discussion suggests that larger crowds do not automatically indicate greater anointing; presence and faithful shepherding matter more than sheer numbers, and ministries should focus on genuine experiences of God rather than hype or trends.
Why Youth Ministers Quit and How to Stay: Staying Power w/ Jody Livingston
Q: What are some leading causes for youth pastors quitting?
Many youth pastors experience burnout, especially around the two to three-year mark due to expectations and relationship friction.
How to Thrive as a New Youth Minister w/ Miguel Adesokan
Q: What are some of the things that you would encourage them to be thinking about, asking?
Look for your easy win and take ownership of it, as every campus or church has something unique that can be leveraged.
Embracing the Call to Youth Ministry w/ Mariano Sarabia
Q: How do you strengthen your relationship with your senior pastor?
By being intentional in pursuing conversations and seeking mentorship opportunities, while also respecting boundaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Youth Ministry Booster

What is Youth Ministry Booster about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, practical show for youth ministry leaders that blends real-world ministry challenges with actionable ideas. Episodes frequently center on balancing high-energy activities with authentic spiritual formation, sustainable rhythms, volunteer engagement, and family involvement. Guests range from veteran youth ministers to subject-matter experts, often exploring topics like soul care, leadership development, calendaring, and how to navigate post-pandemic dynamics, all served with humor and a collaborative, down-to-earth vibe. A standout quality is the hosts' emphasis on presence, community, and practical wisdom over hype, making it a reliable resource for both frontline youth workers and volunteers seeking fresh perspectives and real-wo... more

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2. Randy Jackson
3. Ribbin Dorado
4. Joseph Kellogg
5. Kate Downing
6. Shane Pruitt
7. Jody Livingston
8. Jay Smith

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