Best Youthministry Podcasts (2025)

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#457 | Understanding and Partnering With Millennial Parents – Brittany Nelson 23:15

3d ago23:15

23:15

This podcast episode offers a deep dive into understanding millennials as parents, their challenges, and the role of the church in supporting them. Brittany Nelson, a children's ministry leader and creator of DeeperKidMin.com, shares valuable insights into how millennials approach parenting and how the church can come alongside them in their faith …

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Guided Prayer for Stress & Burnout: Ministry Resilience Practice 5:00

8d ago5:00

5:00

Feeling the weight of ministry stress? According to youth leaders, prayer is the top go-to spiritual practice to help prevent burnout. This 5-minute guided prayer meditation is designed to help youth leaders process stress, reflect on their calling, and connect with God. So, close your eyes in a quiet place or go on a short uninterrupted walk, take…

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Guided Prayer Walk: Ministry Resilience Practice 8:12

8d ago8:12

8:12

Feeling the weight of ministry stress? According to youth leaders, prayer and spending time outdoors are some of the top go-to spiritual practices to help prevent burnout. This guided prayer walk encourages us to connect with God by observing our surroundings and reflecting on the beauty and wonder of creation. Learn more from our report on Youth L…

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#456 | Spiritual Disciplines Made Practical for Families – Stephanie Cline 23:56

10d ago23:56

23:56

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Stephanie Cline, the children’s minister at First Baptist Church in Winter Garden, Florida, and an adjunct professor at Trinity College of Florida. Stephanie is passionate about training ministry leaders and parents to reintroduce spiritual discipline practices in the home. Stephanie talks about herH.O.M…

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#455 | Seven Factors for Lasting Faith - Tiger McLuen 28:58

17d ago28:58

28:58

In this episode, Tiger McLuen helps rethink student discipleship and looks at “faith factors” in young adults. Tiger served in student ministry in the local church and oversaw the youth and family ministry programs at Bethel and Luther seminaries. Now the executive director of Youth Ministry Consultants (YMC), who focuses on coaching and training m…

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Community: Preventing Youth Ministry Burnout 30:24

22d ago30:24

30:24

How can social support help you avoid youth ministry burnout? Let’s dive into the power of relationships, community, mentorship, and boundaries in sustaining wellbeing for youth ministry leaders. Roslyn Hernández and LaTasha Nesbitt highlight how social practices can create a foundation for holistic wellbeing in youth ministry. Whether you’re navig…

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Trending #1: What's Hot Right Now? - Bethan Newman and Hannah Woodhouse 1:24:51

23d ago1:24:51

1:24:51

A new year brings many gifts, but perhaps none great than a new series of the Limitless Youth Ministry Podcast! 🙌 To accompany our counter-culture theme, in 2025 we're going to be taking a deep dive into what's going on in youth culture right now. This new series is called 'Trending,' starting with a bumper chat with Beth and Hannah from Youth for …

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#454 | Creating Healthy Church Systems - Brad Ransom 23:47

24d ago23:47

23:47

In this episode, we talk with Brad Ransom, denominational leader and author of ⁠Creating Healthy Church Systems.⁠ Drawing from his experience as a pastor and consultant to over 300 churches, Brad shares the importance of building systems tailored to each church's unique identity, instead of copying others. He emphasizes that church health and growt…

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#453 | Building Bridges for Discipleship - Dr. Kjesbo, Dr. Luz, and Shelley Henning 27:00

1M ago27:00

27:00

Committed to child discipleship, the next generation, and faith formation, Dr. Denise Kjesbo, Dr. Luz Gálvez de Figueroa, and Shelley Henning share about the launch of their research on the partnership between church and home from their shared work in Partnering Church and Home: Discipleship for the Next Generation. With over 900 respondents from a…

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Youth Ministry Burnout and Wellbeing 29:24

1M ago29:24

29:24

Youth ministry burnout is real! In this episode, LaTasha Nesbitt and Roslyn Hernandez unpack FYI’s latest research on why so many youth leaders feel stretched thin—and what can help them thrive. Tune in to hear about the role of recognition in resilience, the unique challenges of women in ministry, the seasonal nature of burnout, and the factors th…

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#452 | Relational Discipleship and Setting Pace in Ministry - Jon Forrest 29:08

1M ago29:08

29:08

For this episode, we sat down with Jon Forrest, a veteran youth minister (30 years in ministry) at Bethel Free Will Baptist Church (TN) and author of The Super Youth Worker Utility Belt. For our conversation, Jon talks about his journey through decades of ministry. He shares practical advice for youth ministry leaders and takes time to offer encour…

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#451 | Navigating AI in Parenting and Ministry - Arlene Pellicane 25:59

2M ago25:59

25:59

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Arlene Pellicane to discuss her thoughts on the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our daily lives, especially its impact on children, families, and the church. Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home Podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy H…

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#450 | Embracing Nature as a Tool for Discipleship – Eryn Lynum 19:10

2M ago19:10

19:10

In this episode, guest Eryn Lynum talks about how nature can be a powerful tool for discipling children and nurturing a deeper connection to God’s creation. She also shares practical ways parents and church leaders can use nature to disciple others—whether through simple activities like gardening or by seeing God’s handiwork in the world around us.…

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#449 | Courageous Parenting in a Countercultural World - Kurt Bruner 23:52

2M ago23:52

23:52

We are joined this week by Kurt Bruner. He is a pastor in Texas, author, and founder of Drive Faith Home ministry. In this episode, Kurt shares four key self-examination areas for parents to make brave, countercultural decisions for their kids in areas like discipleship, education, media, and sexual wholeness. With decades of experience helping fam…

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Episode 106: Contemplative Prayer - Pippa Baker 1:12:52

2M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

We come to the conclusion of our 12-month deep dive into prayer, and believe us when we say, we finish on a high! 🙌 In this episode, we’re joined by our friend Pippa Baker from One Hope Project to discuss Contemplative Prayer. And if you’re not sure what that is, or it’s not a regular practice for you, then this episode will be an incredible gift i…

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#448 | Strengthening Conversations and Building Trust with Teens and Young Adults - Patti Reed 23:42

2M ago23:42

23:42

Patti Reed, author, speaker, and coach specializing in conversational intelligence, shares in this episode practical insights for parents seeking to strengthen communication with their teens and young adults. Acknowledging that every child is different, Patti stresses the need to tailor communication styles to each child or teen while most importan…

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#447 | Helping Young People Listen to Wise Counsel - Rich Griffith 25:08

2M ago25:08

25:08

In our latest podcast episode, we sat down with Rich Griffith, assistant professor of youth ministry at Toccoa Falls College and author of Voices: Helping Our Children and Youth Listen to Wise Counsel. With nearly 40 years of ministry experience, Rich dives into how parents, mentors, and ministry leaders can guide young people amidst the competing …

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#446 | Hope for the Prodigal - Jim Putman 25:54

3M ago25:54

25:54

Guest Jim Putman offers hope and wisdom to parents praying for their prodigal child's return. Learn more about D6 EveryDay Foundations here: https://d6family.com/d6curriculum/ Find The Sharing Trees here: https://d6family.com/d6curriculum/

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Meaning Making #EverythingIsSpiritual 29:19

3M ago29:19

29:19

How do young adults make sense of their world? In this episode, we explore the meaning-making transition, diving into the personal faith journeys of young adults. From creating space for questions to walking alongside them in their struggles, we discuss how leaders can empower young adults to navigate their spirituality with intention and authentic…

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Episode 105: Prophetic Prayer - Helen Azer 59:08

3M ago59:08

59:08

The Scripture is explicit in its instruction to ‘eagerly desire gifts of the Spirit, especially prophecy’ (1 Cor. 14:1). It also tells us that ‘you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged’ (1 Corinthians 14:31). But for most of us, that’s more of a theological concept than an every day reality! 😅 That’s why we sat…

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#445 | The Nuts & Bolts of Discipleship - Tim Goodyear 20:35

3M ago20:35

20:35

Guest Tim Goodyear offers incredible guidance to parents on incorporating discipleship into their everyday routines and rhythms. Learn more about the D6 Conference here: https://d6family.com/d6conference/ Check out D6 Homepoint: https://www.d6homepoint.com/

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#444 | Relationship Repairs - Brianna Edwards 25:29

3M ago25:29

25:29

We hear from Brianna Edwards about repairing hurt and brokenness in the parent/child relationship. Learn more about D6 Curriculum here: https://d6family.com/d6curriculum/ You can order your D6 EveryDay Advent Kit here: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/d6-everyday-advent-kit/

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Acclimating #Moving 31:37

3M ago31:37

31:37

In the acclimating transition, young adults learn to navigate the new environments, jobs, and communities that come with growing independence. Our young adult guests share how they balance the need for stability with the reality of constant change, and how moving can feel both exciting and unsettling. We also discuss the importance of building supp…

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#443 | Difficult Faith Questions - Matthew Tingblad 22:02

3M ago22:02

22:02

We learn from Matthew Tingblad how to navigate difficult questions about faith. Take a look at the book, Disciplemaking With Guys here: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/disciplemaking-with-guys/

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#442 | Radical Like Jesus - Greg Stier 31:00

4M ago31:00

31:00

Author Greg Stier discusses his latest book, Radical Like Jesus: 21 Challenges to Live a Revolutionary Life. Make sure to check out Top Reads: https://go.d6family.com/l/1058273/2024-08-13/7171st

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Self-Caring #SelfCareTips 30:41

4M ago30:41

30:41

During the self-caring transition, young adults learn to take charge of their mental and physical well-being. Our guests share stories about the ups and downs of setting boundaries, finding supportive communities, and figuring out what rhythms of self-care really look like. We also explore tips for how leaders can create spaces where young adults f…

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#441 | Ministry Expectations - Frank Trimble 29:40

4M ago29:40

29:40

Our guest Frank Trimble brings valuable insight for church leadership and laypeople on the topic of expectations in ministry.

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Episode 104: Helping Teenagers to Pray - Martin Saunders 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

We’ve all been there. That moment when you invite young people to pray and all that follows is an awkward silence and a single tumbleweed! 😅 So what can we do to equip young people for a vibrant life of prayer? 🤔 We sat down with Martin Saunders, author of Signal Fire: A Guide to Putting Prayer into Practice, to ask just that.👌 We cover a lot of gr…

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#440 | Bridging the Gap to Minister to Pre-Teens - Corinne Noble 32:08

4M ago32:08

32:08

Guest Corinne Noble reminds us that pre-teens are valuable members of the church body and guides us on reaching this age group and ministering to them well.

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Contributing #DoingMyPart 29:03

4M ago29:03

29:03

Let’s explore how young adults navigate their contributions to society, relationships, and faith. Listen in to hear about changing plans, the pressure of expectations, balancing aspirations with reality, finding meaning in work, and the importance of support systems during the contributing transition. Sign up for our email list Related FYI resource…

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#439 | Writing Your Story of Faith - Eric Thomsen 31:36

4M ago31:36

31:36

We hear from Eric Thomsen on the importance of recording our faith story as a legacy for future generations.

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#438 | Helping Kids with Anxiety Disorders to Grow Spiritually - Dr. Steve Grcevich 40:43

5M ago40:43

40:43

Our guest, Dr. Steve Grcevich coaches churches on creating welcoming environments for children struggling with anxiety.

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Responsibility #ItsOnMe 25:52

5M ago25:52

25:52

This episode highlights the responsibility transition! Young adults shift from shared responsibility with adults to having more agency in their lives and relationships. We discuss personal maturity, marriage, social responsibility, and the importance of helping young adults in this transition as they contribute to their communities. Sign up for our…

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#437 | Parenting with a Global Vision - Carissa Potter 33:11

5M ago33:11

33:11

Our guest Carissa Potter speaks on the benefits of parenting with a global vision in mind and gives practical examples for parents to incorporate this into their families.

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Episode 103: Intercessory Prayer - June Freudenberg 50:12

5M ago50:12

50:12

What does it look like for us to stand in the gap on behalf of others in prayer? 🙏This is what we call ‘intercession,’ and to explore this dimension of prayer we sat down with experienced intercessor June Freudenberg. After exploring some of her personal story, we discuss… … defining intercession ✅ … how to step into intercessory prayer ✅ … the rol…

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#436 | Church as Family - JJ Jones 37:33

5M ago37:33

37:33

Guest JJ Jones shares his vision for where he believes family ministry is headed, including a "church as family" mindset.

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Relationships #ItsComplicated 30:20

5M ago30:20

30:20

This episode unpacks young adults’ work of navigating the complexities of trust, connection, and boundaries in their relationships. We’ll also explore how youth leaders and mentors can provide guidance during this transition, helping young adults build meaningful, healthy relationships. Sign up for our email list Related FYI resources: How to be he…

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#435 | Courageous Parenting - Tim & Cindy Hawks 38:59

5M ago38:59

38:59

Guests Tim & Cindy Hawks seek to empower moms and dads in their home discipleship and equip them to parent courageously.

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#434 | Getting Kids Engaged in Interactive Bible Teaching - Melanie Hester 31:15

5M ago31:15

31:15

Guest Melanie Hester presents creative ways to engage children with Scripture.

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#433 | Using Play in Discipleship - Joy Windling 30:24

6M ago30:24

30:24

Guest Joy Windling shares excellent suggestions on incorporating play into everyday discipleship.

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Identity: #WhoAmI 22:33

6M ago22:33

22:33

In this episode, you’ll hear about how young adults balance different parts of who they are, from internal identities like their faith, personal passions, and values to external identities like culture, socio-economic status, and even parenting. We’ll also discuss how youth leaders, mentors, and faith communities can support young adults during thi…

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Episode 102: Fasting and Prayer - James Aladiran 51:16

6M ago51:16

51:16

“It’s impossible to really grow in vitality in my walk with God, without the element of fasting.” - James Aladiran Fasting is one of the most overlooked, under-practiced, yet spiritually potent and indispensable disciplines of the spiritual life. So what happened? 🤷‍♂️ How did this practice, once so central in the life of Jesus and his followers, g…

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#432 | Collision of Culture & Discipleship - Dr. Chris Shirley 29:24

6M ago29:24

29:24

Guest Dr. Chris Shirley guides us through overcoming discipleship obstacles we may encounter in today's culture.

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#431 | The Faith of Our Children - Matt Markins 38:50

6M ago38:50

38:50

Guest Matt Markins speaks with us about his latest book, The Faith of Our Children, and how discipleship can have the greatest impact and encourage lasting faith in children.

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Young Adulthood Transitions: #Adulting 30:13

6M ago30:13

30:13

The tenth season of The FYI on Youth Ministry is all about young adults! In this episode, we introduce you to the 7 transitions young adults experience in their twenties. Whether you’re a youth leader in your twenties, or you have students about to become young adults, this season is for you! Sign up for our email list Free Resource: 7 things you n…

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#430 | Disability Ministry Beyond Sunday Morning - Ryan Wolfe 31:00

6M ago31:00

31:00

Guest Ryan Wolfe guides us on incorporating discipleship into special needs ministry and moving this ministry beyond Sunday mornings.

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#429 | Imperfect Parenting - Adam Griffin 28:29

7M ago28:29

28:29

We discuss Adam Griffin's book, Family Discipleship, focusing on how the gospel applies to parenting.

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#428 | Conviction in the Chaos - Matt Wheeler 25:32

7M ago25:32

25:32

As the author of Conviction in the Chaos, Matt Wheeler talks about the chaos that's happening all around us and offers practical ways to cope.

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Episode 101: Listening to God - Tania Harris 1:11:19

7M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

Prayer is meant to be a dialogue rather than a monologue. 🗣 But for so many of us, that’s more in theory than in practice! 😬 So how do we hear from God and help our young people to do the same? We sat down with Tania Harris, Director of God Conversations, a global ministry that equips people to recognise and respond to God’s voice, to explore just …