Pride and ministry, unfortunately, can often times go hand in hand.  How can we have a heart of contentment and thankfulness but at the same time want to continue to push ourselves and our ministries to be better?  Today, we take a look at the pride in youth ministry and how it can steal our gratitude.  We also dive into how we can make those adjustments to have the correct focus and mindset.In this season of thankfulness, we wanted to offer our deepest and sincerest thanks to you our listeners & viewers.  There is a lot of work that goes into the planning, filming and editing of this podcast because we want every episode to be full of value and useful resources for you.  Some of you have reached out for a way to contribute to our ministry and up until now, we haven’t had a specific way of doing so.  We have had people send us gifts and gift cards to show their thankfulness and for that we are truly grateful.  Today, we are officially launching a Patreon account for any of you who have gained some value from our podcast and wish to support us financially.  Patreon is a platform that allows patrons to show their support for creators by giving a monthly pledge as a way to say “thank you” and “I support you.” If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoachPlease do not feel obligated to give, we will still be putting out the best content we can for as long as we can; however, if it is something you can and want to do, we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you for all the support you have already given us in your listenership and viewership!Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

The new year is rapidly approaching so it's time to get your 2022 youth ministry calendar planned out.  In this episode we go over some youth group planning ideas that I use.  We break down the weekly youth group programming and the monthly events that make up our entire student ministry calendar.We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!Starving 2 Serve / 30 Hour Famine: http://www.outsidethebowl.org/Episodes mentioned: Glowvernighter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/974710/episodes/9241928Christmas Events: https://www.buzzsprout.com/974710/episodes/5774977Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

Have youth pastors gotten so good at their jobs that they've missed the point of youth ministry? God has given us all gifts and it's our job to use them for our youth group, but do we lean on them too much?  Today's episode is a recalibration of what student ministry is and how we need to approach it - on whose power and on whose authority are we doing ministry?We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

Today we discuss 5 simple youth group games that require no prep!  No Prep games are always great to have in your back pocket for your youth ministry because you never know when you might need them!   Make sure you subscribe and follow this show for more student ministry resources!**FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OF THESE GAMES - EMAIL US AT [email protected] - and put in the subject or description "5 NO PREP GAMES" and we will send it over to you!**Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachGAMES / MATERIALS LIST:1) PSYCHIATRISTNothing :)2) ANIMAL CONCENTRATION- A Pool Noodle (or something similar - even a long sock or jacket would do, or just use your hands like tag)3) BUN SHUFFLE- 1 Chair per person4) HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES, CUP- Plastic Cups (or something roughly that size)5) ULTIMATE HOT POTATO- A plastic basket- 2 different colored dodgeballs (or two similar items)Audio Equipment Used in this Episode:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

Ultimately, guiding our youth ministry students towards Jesus is always the number one priority in our Sunday and mid-week programs; but, it's always good to have a mission statement (or vision statement) for your student ministry so that you can stay focused on the best ways to get them there.  Vision casting is an excellent way to get your direction and guide your youth group so that there can be purpose to everything you do!  Today, we will be sharing the vision statement for our youth group and what it all means.Books Referenced in this episode:"Sticky Church: Leadership Network Innovation Series" by Larry Osbornehttps://amzn.to/3cNxRbDSign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWEpisodes Referenced in this episode:How Do You Help Your Youth Group Fall In Love With Jesus: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-do-you-help-your-youth-group-fall-in-love-with-jesus/id1507977601?i=1000487340261Going From New Student to Student Leader: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-from-new-student-to-student-leader-in-youth-ministry/id1507977601?i=1000538558071Christian Worldview For Youth Ministry - How to Teach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christian-worldview-for-youth-ministry-how-to-teach/id1507977601?i=1000478482857We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

How do you take a first time visitor in your youth ministry all the way to them being an active, serving student leader?  Today, we go over the road map for how you can help a new student (or even a more consistent student) at youth group become a thriving leader in your student ministry in 5 key steps.  We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

If your numbers aren't as good as you'd like them to be, or if you are just looking to grow, there are some things that you may unintentionally be doing that are affecting your youth ministry growth!  In today's episode, we talk about ways you can do some examining of your student ministry to make sure that you aren't making some mistakes which are hindering your youth group's growth potential.Books Referenced in this Podcast:"Didn't See it Coming" by Carey Nieuwhof - https://amzn.to/3uNO48A"Peace With God" by Billy Graham - https://amzn.to/3iBbM3aWe love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

Today, we are talking all about the best tips and tricks for how you can set up portable church successfully.  Even if you aren't having to rent out weekly space to do your youth ministry in a mobile church, some of these tips will be helpful in how you can step up your tech and decor for your current youth room.  For over a decade, our church was renting out a local high school to host our 2 Sunday morning services and our midweek programs were hosted at a completely different building.  Every Sunday, we would have to set everything up and tear everything down and every Tuesday/Wednesday was the same thing.  It was exhausting.  Eventually, we moved into a permanent building, but we will never forget our time of having to do portable church: the lessons learned, the successes, the failures and the appreciation for what we now have.  SHOPPING LIST:TECH:6' Folding Table (You can also check Home Depot, or Walmart for these): https://amzn.to/3ASCBa3PA SystemFender: https://amzn.to/3zWnN93Samson: https://amzn.to/3uqttXVPeavey: https://amzn.to/3m81iJyJBL: https://amzn.to/2Wn5xI6Portable Mini Soundboard: https://amzn.to/39OhiunMini Projector: https://amzn.to/3F5VVTwProjection Screen: https://amzn.to/3F2MPqRStage Lights: https://amzn.to/3EZ03oFFlat Screen TV (sometimes you can get a great price on these during holiday sales, Costco is an option for their returns) : https://amzn.to/3ifoQuUSTAGE:Music Stand: https://amzn.to/3kPD7QAFiddle Leaf Fig: https://amzn.to/3idKwHJBulb Lamp: https://amzn.to/3zWlZgaPipe & Drape: https://amzn.to/3kP0HgmArea Rug (approx. 5'x8') - fit your decorSTORAGE:Storage Bins (quantity depends on how much you need to store): https://amzn.to/2Wm5n3IGAMES:Klask: https://amzn.to/3uvMd8oPing Pong (table not included): https://amzn.to/3B0rbkMAir Hockey: https://amzn.to/3ojQACcFoosball:  https://amzn.to/2ZCuJvvPopular Video Game Consoles:Nintendo Switch: https://amzn.to/3upc8ORPS4 (PS5 preferred if you can afford it): https://amzn.to/3ukxiOcNintendo Wii: https://amzn.to/3kS72rtXBox: https://amzn.to/3umHc1L*DISCLAIMER* These items were listed because of their size/portability/price/brand reputation/reviews.  Before investing into anything, always do your research to see what would work best for YOUR specific situation.  These are meant to be a great starting point, but might not fit every youth group or budget. **This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!**

Love them or hate them, lock ins / overnighters are part of youth ministry.  Today, we're talking about my FAVORITE youth group lock in / overnighter: the GLOWVERNIGHTER.  It's a fun & easy glow in the dark theme that our students love!  We will be discussing planning, games, shopping list, schedule for the event & some of the best strategies to make your student ministry event a great one!  **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THESE GAMES - EMAIL US AT [email protected] - put in the subject "GLOWVERNIGHTER" and we'll send it to you!**This episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachCOMPLETE SHOPPING LIST / GAMES SUPPLIES:BLACKLIGHTS (These completely depend on the size of your room, but this is a good starting point if you are looking to buy vs. rent)Blacklight LED Panels 100w (2-Pack): https://amzn.to/3AzUV7NBlacklight LED Light Bar (4-Pack): https://amzn.to/3EFOClnBlacklight LED Bulbs:  https://amzn.to/3tXTptH BLACKLIGHT GLOW FACE PAINT: https://amzn.to/3u2IL4FBLACKLIGHT GLOW BALLOONS: https://amzn.to/2XTmyudGLOW IN THE DARK DODGEBALLSRhino Skins 6" Dodgeballs (Glow in the Dark - Set of 6):  https://amzn.to/3AiRkv9Gator Skin 8" Dodgeball (Glow in the Dark - 1): https://amzn.to/3u18KcKGator Skin 6" Dodgeball (Glow in the Dark - 1): https://amzn.to/3lHRINaGLOW STICKS:100 ct. 4” Multi colored: https://amzn.to/3enJMP6500 ct. 8” https://amzn.to/2OAeKIVBLACKLIGHT GLOW TAPE (make sure you get enough for your room size): 6 Colors/6 Rolls 0.6" x 16.5'  https://amzn.to/3ADslSUBLACKLIGHT GLOW BUBBLES: https://amzn.to/3kuHD6X1) THE PURGEBlacklight Glow Balloons: https://amzn.to/2XTmyud2) GLOW IN THE DARK DODGEBALL Rhino Skins 6" Dodgeballs (Glow in the Dark - Set of 6):  https://amzn.to/3AiRkv9Gator Skin 8" Dodgeball (Glow in the Dark - 1): https://amzn.to/3u18KcKGator Skin 6" Dodgeball (Glow in the Dark - 1): https://amzn.to/3lHRINa Blacklight Glow Tape - 6 Colors/6 Rolls 0.6" x 16.5'  https://amzn.to/3ADslSU3) SCATTERBALL (Exact same supplies as Dodgeball)Equipment Used in this Episode:Micshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*

How can we run big ministry with a small budget?  Not all churches are fortunate enough to have mega-church money backing their student ministries; but, whether you have a big youth group or a small one, we have 6 ways to succeed in stretching, strategizing and growing your youth ministry budget.We love hearing from you all and we do our best to provide powerful and insightful youth ministry content on a weekly basis to be that coach and mentor you may not have, but desperately need.If you have a story to share or have an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!  Thank you for those who have submitted!Sign up for a FREE Audible Trial here: https://amzn.to/30XN0QWThis episode is also available at our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ministrycoachAudio Equipment:Microphoneshttps://amzn.to/3eWUWrkDigital Recorderhttps://amzn.to/3eXmvkjPop Filtershttps://amzn.to/2ApEz7MMic Standshttps://amzn.to/2Zrwat2Shock Mounthttps://amzn.to/2AvjhWwXLR Cableshttps://amzn.to/2VI4uiy*This episode is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links which simply means, if you buy something, we will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) Thank you!*