Chris and Tom's Youth Group Podcast

Chris and Tom welcome Ed Sowden from Bathurst Presbyterian to talk about youth group. Ed has a revolutionary way of doing things that turns youth group upside down. Tom let his youth run youth group and joyful chaos ensued. Chris got his nails done and had a spa evening.Also if you want to be a guest, email us: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au. And see Ed's youth group at https://www.instagram.com/bxyouth

Tom and Nick (Generations Pastor at Deep Creek Anglican) went to VCYC with their youth and had a great time. Chris is missing. Who knows where Chris is? Not whoever is writing these show notes. Chris isn't even mentioned in the show. It's like he just never existed. He'll probably be back next week.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Tom re-did the competitive Bible reading activity. Chris and Tom talk about being evangelicals. Tom introduces a new segment.You can get the Jesus DNA Episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2953ec14Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Alex ran youth group for the entire church. Tom had people injured and spewing at youth group. Chris just chimes in.You can get the Zacchaeus book here: https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/the-man-in-the-tree-and-the-brand-new-startSend your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris left his youth group and got married. Tom ran some games in the dark.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris had to do a talk at the last minute when the original speaker got sick. Tom had angst over running a night without any Bible teaching.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Tom ran another huge scavenger hunt. Chris played some slideshow karaoke.  Tom and Chris also reflect on how to equip leaders well.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris' youth group ran a super easy ball game and talked about prayer. Tom's crew made toasties and created a vibe crew.Tom's video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/46FICP3-BRgGet more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcastTo find out more and sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day (16th March) head to: https://www.ridley.edu.au/ccym-training-day/Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris watched someone else run his game. Tom took his youth group to an event with a long talk and a heckler.To find out more and sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day (16th March) head to: https://www.ridley.edu.au/ccym-training-day/To get Chris' box set go to: https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/big-questions-complete-collectionSend your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris played nailed it. Tom reflects on teaching methods.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris played water games and had some magic moments. Tom made his youth group watch his YouTube videos.Help us by filling out the survey here: https://tomfrench.com.au/survey/Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Help us by filling out the survey here: https://tomfrench.com.au/survey/Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris made a big announcement at youth group. Tom ran some Olympics but for food.Find all the books mentioned in Episode 40 here: https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast/Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris and Tom talk about books, which books ones are good for youth, what books they've written, and publishers who don't like Jesus. See below for full list of books.This is the last episode for 2023, we'll be back when we get our lives together in 2024.Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auHere are all the books mentioned in the episode:For YouthThe Chris Morphew CollectionBest News Ever: Your 100-Day Guide to the Book of MarkWhy Does God Let Bad Things Happen?How Do We Know Christianity is Really True?What Happens When We Die?How Can I Feel Closer to God?Who Am I and Why Do I Matter?How Can I Be Sure of What's Right and Wrong?The Tom French CollectionWeird, Crude, Funny, and Nude: The Bible ExposedA Dozen Disappointing Disciples: How to Do Stupid Stuff and Still Change the WorldPop's Devotions: EphesiansPop's Devotions: JonahOther Books for YouthHanging In There - John DicksonIf I Were God, I'd End All the Pain - John DicksonIf I Were God, I'd Make Myself Clearer - John DicksonHow to Pray: A Guide for Normal People - Pete GreigPraying Like Monks, Living Like Fools - Tyler StatonHow Not to Read the Bible - Dan KimballWhat if Jesus was Serious? - Skye JethaniWhat if Jesus was Serious About Prayer? - Skye JethaniWhat if Jesus was Serious About Heaven? - Skye JethaniWhat if Jesus was Serious About the Church? - Skye Jethani10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity - Rebecca McLaughlinTeen Sex by the Book - Patricia WeerakoonGrowing Up by the Book - Patricia WeerakoonSatisfied - Judy I.K. DouglasCollective Underground Series - Kristen YoungWingfeather Saga - Andrew PetersonDream Keeper Saga - Katherine ButlerFor LeadersTalks That Don't Suck - Tom FrenchThe Air We Breathe - Glen ScrivenerDominion - Tom HollandThe Power of Moments - Dan Heath and Chip HeathTen-ager - Madonna KingL-platers - Madonna KingSaving Our Kids - Madonna KingHow to Talk About Jesus Without Being That Guy - Sam ChanA Creative Minority - Heather Grizzle and Jon TysonStolen Focus - Johann HariI-Gen - Jean TwengeGenerations - Jean Twenge

Chris and Tom review people's questions and answers, think about how to grow a youth group, consider what the best carols are, and review their youth group Christmas celebrations.Send your questions and competition entries to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris went to a carols event and still made it to youth group in time for the talk. Tom had an under-planned Christmas party.Send your questions (and answers) to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris engaged in some ball sports. Tom encouraged sin during some cake decoration.Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

We're back! Again! Chris talked about one of the trickiest passages in the Bible. Tom took his youth group out for a fancy dinner.Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

We're back! After our 1+2 week break, we're back for Term Four! Chris saw a youth leader emulate his style with skill and made a thoughtful tangent in his talk. Tom ran a YouTube film festival, Slideshow Karaoke, and had some toothpaste fun, but not all in one week.Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au

Chris and Tom chat about their experiences running combined youth groups. Also Chris clears up some confusion about his romantic life.Send your questions about combined youth groups and anything else you want to say to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.comFind more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au