070 | How to Experience Community When All You Do is Hang Out with Teenagers
In this episode, we discuss the vital role of community among youth ministry volunteers with our guest, Wendy Trent. Together, we share personal stories and practical insights on fostering meaningful relationships among adult volunteers, emphasizing the importance of creating intentional gathering moments, supporting one another, and being proactive in building community. This conversation offers practical encouragement for youth pastors and volunteers who want to strengthen their connections and ultimately serve teenagers more effectively. #youthministry #studentministry #nextgen #nextgenministry
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Youth Ministry Challenges
02:32 The Importance of Community in Youth Ministry
05:34 Creating a Welcoming Environment for Volunteers
08:18 Gathering Moments for Adult Volunteers
11:13 Shepherding and Supporting Each Other
14:06 Building Community Through Shared Experiences
16:59 Encouraging Youth Pastors to Support Volunteers
19:53 Being Proactive in Building Relationships
22:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are a lot of great youth ministry podcasts out there, but not many focus only on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that is all about providing great content to help volunteers who work with teenagers. Each episode is short and to the point on topics about how to best impact teenagers with the gospel. Each episode will be hosted by several youth ministry vets that have been working with teenagers for over 30 years. If you love working with teenagers, you're going to love this podcast!
You can reach Chris & the team at studentministrynetwork.com
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