Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast

Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast


Latest Episodes

TLH134: Multi-Site Youth Ministry
January 25, 2024

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Abram Haley joins Jody and they discuss the experiences, challenges, and benefits of working in a multi-campus youth ministry setting. Abram

TLH133: Navigating Bi-Vocational Youth Ministry
January 18, 2024

In this episode of the Longer Haul in Youth Ministry, Tommy Burkhart joins Jody on the show to discuss their experiences and insights into working as bi-vocational youth pastors. - They dive into the

TLH132: Teens and Anxiety with Brock Morgan
October 19, 2023

Welcome to a brand-new episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast! - Today, we're diving deep into a critical part of youth ministry and addressing the pressing issue of anxiety among teens. Ou

TLH131: Secrets to Youth Ministry Volunteers
October 12, 2023

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast Samm Simmons joins the show to talk all things youth ministry volunteers. In it we talk through recruiting, equipping, retaining, and encourag

TLH130: Changes in Youth Ministry with Zac Workun and Chad Higgins
October 05, 2023

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast longtime friends of the show, Zac Workun and Chad Higgins from Lifeway Students and Youth Ministry Booster join us to talk about the changes w

TLH129: Secrets to Staying in Youth Ministry
September 28, 2023

In this episode, I had a great conversation with Eric about what it takes to thrive and survive in youth ministry. - We discuss the importance of prioritizing healthy rhythms, celebrating and supporti

TLH128: Five(ish) Books for Youth Pastors
September 21, 2023

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, I'm diving back into a list of books that I'm recommending for youth pastors to read. In addition, I give you several tips for selecting the

TLH127:”Raising Kids in the Fishbowl” Insights from a Youth Pastor and His Wife
March 16, 2023

In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, my wife and I follow up with part two, if you will, of episode 126. We share our journey of raising kids while serving in youth ministry and

TLH126: Growing Up in Youth Ministry: A Youth Pastor’s Kids’ Perspective
March 06, 2023

In this episode of the Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, we sit down with four special guests: my kiddos. They share their unique perspective on growing up in youth ministry and how it has impacted

TLH125: Where Have All The Youth Pastors Gone?
May 02, 2022

It has become a regular occurrence for me. At least once a week I have someone reach out asking if I know of anyone I could recommend for their Youth Pastor search. - Sadly, the answer is the same eve