Podcast 045 | Networking with Other Youth Ministering Volunteers

Join us in episode 45 as we are joined by Chad Higgins and Zac Workun from Lifeway/Youth Ministry Booster. We talk with Chad and Zac about the importance of networking for youth ministry volunteers. They share the need for collaboration and community among volunteers, as well as the value of learning from and celebrating with one another. Overall, the episode highlights the significance of building relationships and fostering a sense of belonging within the volunteer community. 

Takeaways

• Collaboration is essential for youth ministry volunteers to learn from and support each other.
• Building a sense of community among volunteers is crucial for creating a positive and encouraging environment.
• Networking with other volunteers allows for the sharing of ideas, experiences, and resources.
• Celebrating together and caring for one another strengthens the bond within the volunteer community.
• Platforms like the Youth Ministry Booster provide opportunities for youth ministry leaders to connect and grow together. Building a sense of community and care among volunteers is essential in youth ministry.
• Hosting events and providing opportunities for volunteers to connect can foster a strong sense of community.
• Co-leadership and discipleship among volunteers can model faithful discipleship to students.
• Attending conferences and joining online groups are effective ways to network and learn from others in youth ministry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

03:00 The Power of Collaboration

10:49 Building Strong Connections

16:42 Fostering a Sense of Belonging

18:23 Youth Ministry Booster: Connecting and Growing

20:21 The Importance of Community and Care

22:23 Fostering Community Among Volunteers

22:53 The Value of Co-Leadership and Discipleship

29:51 Networking Opportunities: Conferences and Online Groups

The Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are a lot of great youth ministry podcasts out there, but not many focus only on volunteers. The Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers 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

We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.