
Youth Pastor Theologian believes that youth ministry is theological ministry. That’s why each episode features a conversation at the intersection of youth ministry and theological reflection. We want to help youth workers make disciples who endure and offer practical advice about what that type of ministry looks like. Cohosted by Mike McGarry and John Gardner, each episode is filled with decades o... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||

This episode explores the vital role of practical theology in youth ministry, emphasizing how it guides practices, decisions, and teaching strategies. Mike and John discuss how to integrate practical theology into planning, teaching, and engaging wit... more
This episode, Mike and John discuss the significance of historical theology: What it is and how it can help youth workers disciple students. They offer some specific examples of ways that understanding history can help you identify false teachings th... more
In this episode, Mike and John focus on biblical theology: what is it, why it matters, and how to practice biblical theology in youth ministry. Biblical theology races themes, keywords, or types of events throughout Scripture in order to highlight wh... more
In this episode, Mike and John welcome Danny Kwon to discuss a book he wrote with his wife, Monica Kim, Teenagers and Mental Health. The conversation encourages youth workers to think biblically about how mental health struggles affect the disciplesh... more
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If you have anything at all to do with student ministry, this is a must listen! Mike has guests from so many areas of youth ministry and truly helps understand the theology that drives what we do.
Great episode. I was challenged to look at my own youth group and ask what the end goal is. It was also good to hear others are asking the question, “So what?” in the context of our teaching.
Keep up the great work of challenging and encouraging interviews.
Mike does a really good job of helping youth ministers go WAY beyond ordering a pizza and planning a game. This is what love for God and students looks like when it comes together in a podcast.
Youth ministry isn’t a stepping stone to “real ministry,” it is real ministry. Our students need the real gospel for their real lives. These conversations help to demonstrate how youth workers can be intentional about bringing the truth and grace of God to bear on their own lives and on the lives of students.
I really appreciate the desire to help youth pastors combine the Truth of the Gospel with the incarnational living out of faith in the everyday lives of their teens…. Keep up the good work!
(& I really loved the two interviews of Vince Greenwald of Immanuel Nashville => very practical sharing of how Gospel Doctrine is lived out as Gospel Culture)
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This show consistently centers youth ministry within a robust theological framework, exploring how gospel truth shapes ministry practice, discipleship, and leadership. Episodes frequently tackle topics like biblical authority, sanctification, digital discipleship, sexuality and gender, and practical ministry leadership, always emphasizing gospel-centered teaching and real-world application for youth workers. A standout element is the strong emphasis on theological education for youth leaders, plus candid discussions about burnout, volunteer training, and building trust within ministry teams. The tone blends theological depth with practical, relatable mentoring and humor, making it helpful for both seasoned youth pastors and church leaders e... more
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