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Youth Ministry Booster

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

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
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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
Next Gen Catalyst for Georgia
Episode: Tradition, Transformation, and Timeless Youth Ministry Wisdom
Matt Flanagan
Children and Students Consultant for Kentucky
Episode: Tradition, Transformation, and Timeless Youth Ministry Wisdom
Todd Sanders
Falls Creek Program Director and Church Partner
Episode: Tradition, Transformation, and Timeless Youth Ministry Wisdom
Jose Rodriguez
Youth pastor and advocate for urban youth ministry
Rescue a Generation
Episode: The Power of Presence in Youth Ministry: Streets to Sanctuary w/ Jose Rodriguez
TJ Scrapper
Experienced youth pastor from Taliqua, Oklahoma
River Valley Church
Episode: Youth Ministry Is NextGen: Building Bridges w/ TJ Scrapper

Hosts

Zac Workun
Host of Youth Ministry Booster Podcast
Chad Higgins
Host of 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 States3 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 States4 years ago

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The community aspect and shared experiences resonate strongly with the audience.
Listeners appreciate the humor and relatability of the hosts.
Individuals find the discussions to be genuinely encouraging and helpful for youth ministry work.
Some have noted sound quality issues between co-hosts during episodes.
The content is described as a mix of practical advice and personal storytelling.

Talking Points

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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.
Embracing the Call to Youth Ministry w/ Mariano Sarabia
Q: What advice do you have for younger leaders in ministry?
Be teachable and humble, recognizing that there’s always more to learn from others, regardless of their experience level.
Mentorship and Youth Ministry: Why We Need More *Tough Love w/ Daniel Kim
Q: What would you say to a youth pastor who's working with students from diverse backgrounds?
To keep loving students and be patient, as God's love always surpasses language and cultural barriers.

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This podcast focuses on the vitality and development of youth ministry through engaging conversations that blend humor with insightful advice. The hosts and their guests discuss a variety of topics including the challenges faced by youth pastors, the importance of relationship building, and the significance of community within youth ministry settings. Episodes resonate with personal anecdotes, practical strategies, and encouragement aimed at youth leaders, making it a valuable resource for those involved in shaping the lives of young people in their faith journey. The emphasis on authenticity, shared experience, and supportive community makes this a distinctive approach in the realm of faith-based discussions.

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1. Kate Downing
2. Shane Pruitt
3. Jody Livingston
4. Jay Smith
5. Chris Trent
6. Matt Flanagan
7. Todd Sanders
8. Jose Rodriguez

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