by Podcast | May 14, 2024 | Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, Leadership, NextGen, Podcast
In this episode, Andrew Snead spends time unpacking his journey from youth into children's ministry and how his passions have aligned in both areas. Andrew also shares the key focuses of River Valley Kids and the importance they place on trying new things that involve...
by Podcast | Oct 10, 2023 | Family Ministry, Kidmin, Leadership, NextGen, Podcast, Youthmin
In this episode, Porfirio Caldera gives practical insights about moving to a NextGen staffing model within his church. Porfirio has maintained influence within the same church for over a decade in various ministry roles and he also shares the challenges faced while...
by Podcast | Oct 2, 2023 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Podcast, Social Media, Systems
In this episode, Brittany Nelson talks about her new book Time to Update and speaks on how to leverage digital platforms to lead children's ministry. She also answers some very specific questions on not only WHY it's time to integrate digital discipleship but HOW to...
by Podcast | Sep 26, 2023 | Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, Leadership, Multisite, Podcast
In this episode, Larry Cramer shares his experience leading the kid's ministry at Christ Church of the Valley (CCV) and the innovative kidmin ideas they have implemented at each of their campuses. He also gives some insight into their strategy behind creating ministry...
by Nick Blevins | Sep 14, 2023 | Communication
Cell phones and teenagers go hand-in-hand, like peanut butter and jelly. This makes texting the most effective way to communicate with your youth ministry, but it takes more than a copy-and-paste message from your personal number. More than likely, you’ll need a...
by Podcast | Aug 25, 2023 | Family Ministry, High School, Leadership, NextGen, Podcast, Youthmin
In this episode, Brian Aaby from the Slingshot Group shares some of his experiences and interactions with ministry leaders who are asking the question, “Where have the high schoolers gone?” He also speaks about the top three things churches can look for...
by Podcast | Jun 27, 2023 | Family Ministry, Kidmin, Leadership, NextGen, Podcast, Youthmin
In this episode, Janine McNally speaks about the newest emerging group of kids and youth, Generation Alpha, and some of the unique data being compiled to assist in reaching them inside and outside of our ministry settings. Janine also shares about her book titled When...
by Podcast | Jun 20, 2023 | Leadership, NextGen, Podcast, Systems, Volunteers
In this episode, we explore our eighth and final important strategy from The Volunteer Playbook, with a principle that creates faith that lasts when you have STUDENTS SERVING in your ministry. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting...
by Podcast | Jun 13, 2023 | Leadership, NextGen, Podcast, Systems, Volunteers
In this episode, we continue exploring one of the eight most important strategies from The Volunteer Playbook, and the impact moving volunteers to a WEEKLY schedule can make on your ministry. The Volunteer Playbook My first book is out! Purchase the book by visiting...
