In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Jody explores 10 common youth ministry mistakes—and how to avoid them. These traps, from focusing too much on attendance to neglecting personal spiritual health, can hinder the growth and effectiveness of your youth group. Jody shares practical strategies to help youth pastors build sustainable ministries that thrive.

What you’ll learn:

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• How to move from measuring attendance to fostering deeper engagement.
  
• Tips to empower volunteers and avoid leadership bottlenecks.
  
• Balancing fun with meaningful discipleship and teaching.
  
• Partnering with parents for effective youth ministry.
  
• Setting clear goals and welcoming feedback for ministry growth.
  

If you’re looking to avoid common pitfalls and take your youth ministry to the next level, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with purpose and focus.

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