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Identity: #WhoAmI28 Aug 202400:22:33

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 this critical time. 

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Guide: 7 things you need to know for successful young adult ministry 

Young Adulthood Transitions: #Adulting14 Aug 202400:30:13

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! 
 
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Free Resource: 7 things you need to know for successful young adult ministry


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Blog: Two mantras for young adult ministry now

 

Bonus episode: Compassion and inclusion in God’s kinship with Fr. Greg Boyle18 Oct 202300:33:03

How can youth ministry leaders cultivate compassion and kinship in their youth ministry?  “What always works is not the hard message, but the care [people] feel immediately and the fact that they felt seen. You learn that lesson over and over again. Cherishing people is not hard.” Tune in to hear more of Father Greg Boyle’s story and practical wisdom! 

Mentioned in this episode:

Homeboy Industries

A Good Man is Hard to Find Flannery O’Connor

Father Greg’s books

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Curriculum: Compassion from the Inside Out

Blog: Innovating your way forward with compassion, creativity, and courage

Blog: We need to talk about compassion

Reframing the work of youth leaders04 Oct 202300:22:12

What is the role of a youth leader? What are the qualities of a good youth leader? Andy Jung shares 4 ways youth leaders can change the way we understand our calling from youth ministry “superstar” on the verge of burnout, to the ones charged to lead all adults in the church as they invest relationally in our teenagers.

Mentioned in this episode:

Sustainable Youth Ministry by Mark DeVries

Adopted Church by Chap Clark

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Book: Sticky Faith

Book: 3 Big Questions

Blog: 4 ways to partner with parents (even when you aren’t one)

Blog: What you need to know about today's teenagers

 

 

We need to talk about anxiety13 Sep 202300:17:55

Google the words “Anxiety is like,” and you’ll be shocked by the number of comparisons and descriptions you’ll find … As the Body of Christ, we can help change the script for young people grappling with anxiety.” In this episode, Rachel Dodd shares 4 hope-filled messages the church needs to tell today’s anxious young people.

Mentioned in this episode:
Lifeway Research: Suicide Remains a Taboo Topic at Churches
Faith in an Anxious World Curriculum
Youth Ministry and Mental Health Half-Day Online Training

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Blog: Why young people need mental health-friendly youth ministry
Podcast: Faith in an Anxious World Parenting Podcast
Blog: Supporting young people when they are suffering

Compassion and deeper connection with teens17 Aug 202300:32:45

Teaching compassion to teens starts with being compassionate leaders. Tune in to hear Cameron Lee share practical strategies from biblically-informed psychology that will help you cultivate trust-filled discipleship and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people.

Guest: Cameron Lee
Hosts: Rachel Dodd, Roslyn Hernández

Mentioned in this episode:
Compassion Curriculum 
The Fog Blog
Dr. Kristin Neff on Self Compassion
Book: Self Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself


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Blog: Innovating your way forward with compassion, creativity, and courage

A surprising way to cultivate love and humility02 Aug 202300:28:38

What's love and humility got to do with lament? More than we might initially imagine! In this conversation, you’ll hear insight, stories, and practical ideas from Soong-Chan Rah about how we can cultivate love and humility with teens in our youth ministry through the spiritual practice of lament.

 

Guest(s): Soong-Chan Rah

Hosts: Chuck Hunt, Roslyn Hernández

 

Mentioned in this episode:

Prophetic Lament: A Call for Justice in Troubled Times

 

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Blog: Teaching young people about lament: Practical ideas from 8 innovative ministries

Blog: Communal ashes: finding God in our lament this Lenten season

Teaching teenagers hope and perseverance: wisdom from immigrant faith communities05 Jul 202300:30:38

Elizabeth Conde-Frazier, Marcos Canales, and Elizabeth Tamez Méndez share stories, and practical wisdom on teaching teenagers about hope and perseverance. Your students face lots of challenges, and we know you and other caring adults in your ministry want to be there for them. Join this empowering conversation on cultivating hope and perseverance with your students. 

Guest(s): Marcos Canales, Elizabeth Conde-Frazier, Elizabeth Tamez Méndez
Hosts: Roslyn Hernández

Mentioned in this episode: 
New Generation 3 
Curriculum: JUNTOS (Together) in English
Estudio Biblico: JUNTOS en español
Association for Hispanic Theological Education (AETH)
La Fuente Ministries 

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Blog: The character of discipleship
Blog: Testimonios: The power of stories shared in community

Hip hop, forgiveness, and justice20 Apr 202300:35:17

Rev. Dr. Dwight Radcliff talks with us about the prophetic truth-telling power of hip hop and its importance to the process of forgiveness and racial justice. Join the conversation to get ideas about spiritual formation practices you can use to teach students in your youth ministry about forgiveness.

 

Guest(s): Dwight Radcliff

Hosts: Roslyn Hernández, LaTasha Nesbitt

 

Mentioned in this episode:

Article: Hip Hop Hermeneutic by Dr. Dwight Radcliff

Video: Birmingham and the Children’s March (10 mins.)

Masters of Arts in Justice and Advocacy 

Jesus and the Disinherited by Howard Thurman 

Michael Eric Dyson

 

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Blog: Helping young people grieve and take action

Blog: A letter to White leaders about White supremacy and Christian nationalism

Blog: Processing racialized violence with students

Teaching humility in an age of entitlement23 Mar 202300:30:32

Listen as Rich Villodas shares thoughts and ideas on faith practices that can help support teens’ spiritual formation by cultivating humility in ourselves and our Gen Z students.

Guest: Rich Villodas
Hosts: Roslyn Hernández and Giovanni Panginda

Mentioned in this episode:

New Life Fellowship
Humilitas by John Dickson

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Blog: Walk and pray in awe and wonder
Blog: How can your church listen across generations

Can teaching character and virtue be problematic?08 Mar 202300:33:57

Robert Chao Romero talks with us about the historical oppression BIPOC have experienced in the U.S. in the name of character and virtue education. Hear how ministry leaders can safeguard discipleship and spiritual formation models from unintentionally causing harm, along with ways youth ministry can benefit from honoring and including families and cultures in our communities.

Guest: Robert Chao Romero
Hosts: Brad Griffin and Roslyn Hernández

Mentioned in this episode:

Brown Church by Robert Chao Romero

Christianity and Critical Race Theory by Robert Chao Romero

Mathew 25 SoCal 

South Western U.S. States and Mexico

Americanization programs 

Beyond Welcome: Centering Immigrants In Our Response to Immigration by Karen Gonzales 

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Blog: Processing racialized violence with students Section 5: Expand your own reading and viewing

Blog: Black joy as resistance

Blog: Three lessons learned while pursuing multidiversity in an Asian American context

Blog: Unity does not equal uniformity

Discipleship that Forms Christlike Character22 Feb 202300:29:31

As youth leaders, we all want to disciple our students to be more Christ-like but resources on discipling for character development are scarce. This season, we explore Christ-like characteristics and youth ministry activities that can help you support your students’ spiritual formation as they become more like Christ. Jen Bradbury shares highlights from FYI’s Character and Virtue Development project and what we’ve learned about how we can help our students develop Christ-like characteristics like humility, hope, love, perseverance, forgiveness, and compassion. 

Hosts: Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda
Guest: Jen Bradbury

SHOW NOTES 

Mentioned in this episode:

Book: The Jesus Gap: What Teens Actually Believe About Jesus

Book: Called: A Novel About Youth Ministry Transition

Blog: 5 ways you can nurture faith that goes beyond youth group

 

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Blog: Models matter: Key insights on character-forming discipleship with teenagers

Blog: Testimonios: The power of faith stories shared in community

Helping teens practice everyday faith17 Apr 202400:29:38

In this conversation with Jonathan Banks, Chief Operating Officer at Urban Outreach Foundation in Chicago, we explore the vital role of practicing faith with young people through service and leadership. Jonathan shares how to cultivate agency and ownership in young people’s faith journey.

Guest(s): Jonathan Banks
Hosts: Giovanni Panginda, Jen Bradbury

Mentioned in this episode:
Faith Beyond Youth Group
UOF Financial Empowerment Course

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Blog: Character: It’s not just about teaching teens to be “good”

Honoring our students' immigration realities17 Nov 202200:35:52

In this episode, Giovanny Panginda and Roslyn Hernández talk with Kevin Wilson about the intersections between immigration experiences and faith. Join us to hear insights and practical ideas to help you connect with immigrant students and families in your ministry. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Cross Culture Christian

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Blog: Reading Scripture with immigrant youth: Let the children come to me

Blog: Finding abundance through reclaiming our immigrant stories

Blog: We're not all just alike: Challenges and opportunities in multiethnic youth ministries

Inclusive Youth Ministry Curriculum02 Nov 202200:33:54

In this episode, Osheta Moore and hosts Roslyn Hernández and Gio Panginda talk about the importance of youth ministry ­curriculum that represents our students’ diversity and is relevant to their context. Tune in to hear practical ideas that can help you choose and adapt curriculum and youth ministry teaching to be inclusive.

Mentioned in this episode:

Made for Pax

Wade in the water

Dear White Peace Makers by Osheta Moore

A Prayer for Wholeness 

Julian of Norwich Body Prayer

The Beloved Community 

Ignatian imaginative Prayer 

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Blog: Walk and pray in awe and wonder

Blog: Teaching young people a daily way to pray

Video: The Daily Replay



 



Talking about racial violence19 Oct 202200:36:14

Students today are thinking about and have been affected by recent and historical racial violence. In this roundtable discussion we discuss recent incidences of racialized violence, ways we can support students when they need to process, and resilience practices that have helped affected communities of color. Guests in this episode are Ray Chang, Dr. LaTasha Nesbitt, and Brad Griffin, and hosted by Roslyn Hernández.

Mentioned in this episode:

Asian American Christian Collaborative

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Blogs:

Helping young people grieve and take action

Don’t be a bystander: Resources for those in the movement for change

Doing our own antiracism work with Propaganda and Dr. Alma07 Oct 202200:31:37

How can you support your students’ antiracism participation? Guests Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty and Propaganda share insights from their own antiracism work and give practical tips about how leaders of all ethnic backgrounds can get involved in this work with their students. Alma also talks about her upcoming book, Chingona, in which she writes about her journey of healing from patriarchy, white supremacy, and colonization as she works for social justice. 

Host: Kara Powell

Guests: Propaganda and Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty

SHOW NOTES 

https://www.prophiphop.com/

https://thedoczp.com/

Mentioned in this episode:

Chingona by Alma Zaragoza-Petty

Book Launch Community Celebration 11/05/22 @ Plaza de la Raza

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Blogs: 

Latina social justice exemplars to talk about in your next Bible study

Reading Scripture with immigrant youth: Let the children come to me

Helping young people grieve and take action

Don’t be a bystander: Resources for those in the movement for change

How to talk about race23 Sep 202200:36:12

This season we are talking about how to have conversations about race and ethnicity with your students and other adults. In this episode, authors Kat Armas, Jennifer Guerra Aldana, and Ahren Martinez give us a brief overview of the guide, Talking About Race with Teenagers. They also share helpful practices to support your antiracist work and to honor your students' ethnic backgrounds. If you are a BIPOC or white leader, this is a great antiracism resource. 

Host: Giovanny Panginda 

Timestamps:
1:08 Teen voices
3:11 What is Talking About Race with Teenagers?
4:48 “Moving toward Jesus-centered Multicultural community,” and “Talking about Migration” 
8:08 “Words to know and why they matter,” and “Navigating Power”
12:25 “Talking about Race,” and “Preparing to teach about racism and oppression in a multicultural context.”
17:44 Practices with lasting impact
23:28 "Words to Swap"

Mentioned in this episode:
Resource: Talking About Race with Teenagers

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Blogs: 

Processing racialized violence with students

Helping young people grieve and take action

Don’t be a bystander: Resources for those in the movement for change

A letter to white leaders about white supremacy and Christian nationalism

Talking About Race with Teenagers14 Sep 202200:29:13

Have you wondered about how to talk about race with middle school and high school students? Maybe you have questions about how to have conversations about race and ethnicity with other leaders. If you want to know more about why race matters to your students, God, and the church, this season is for you! In this episode, the authors of the guide Talking About Race with Teenagers, Kat Armas, Jennifer Guerra Aldana, and Ahren Martinez join us to talk about the importance of having these conversations with our students and each other. They also give us helpful tips for youth ministry conversations about race, ethnicity, and culture. 

Host: Giovanny Panginda 

Timestamps:

00:32 - Teen voices

02:54 - Guest introductions

07:55 - Why is it important for the church to talk about race and ethnicity?

09:35 - Why is it important to be aware of diverse representation in youth ministry resources? 

13:17 - What is the role of story? And practical ideas for how to create a safe space for students to share their stories.

17:40 - The making of Talking About Race with Teenagers.

20:30 - 4 ideas for language to swap.

Mentioned in this episode:

Talking About Race with Teenagers

Many Colors: Cultural Intelligence for a changing church by Soong Chang Rah

Dr. Chanequa Walker Barnes

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Related FYI resources:

Blog: Testimonios: The power of faith stories shared in community

Blog: 2 leadership lessons on diversity and unity from K-pop

Blog: Engaging teenagers in faithful discussion about race

Blog: Herencia: Engaging students’ ethnic and cultural background in your ministry



David Wang: Trauma Informed Discipleship25 May 202200:42:48

In this season finale, our guest Dr. David Wang shares important and practical insight on trauma-informed ministry. Tune in to learn how youth leaders can care for themselves and walk alongside students who have experienced trauma. This episode is hosted by Giovanny Panginda and Roslyn Hernández and was inspired by SCARS - Trauma Informed Discipleship, a free video-based resource developed by our friends at UYWI.

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Blog: Processing the Tragedy of School Shootings

Blog: Supporting Young People When They’re Suffering

Joyce del Rosario: Leading as a person of color in white spaces11 May 202200:37:11
In this episode co-hosts Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Brad Griffin have an honest and helpful conversation with Dr. Joyce del Rosario about the particular challenges for leaders of color leading in predominantly white spaces. Listen in to hear practical ideas so that we can all cultivate awareness and spaces that are inclusive. 
Christin Fort: Resiliency practices for ministry20 Apr 202200:38:47
Does it feel like you’re on the edge of burnout? The ongoing crises of the pandemic have made it harder to recover from difficulties in life and ministry. Join our conversation with Dr. Christin Fort as she shares biblical insight on resilience, and gives us practical strategies to restore health in ministry.
Bonus Episode: Guided Prayer Walk16 Mar 202200:21:39
Spending time in God’s presence and experiencing awe can be a life-giving spiritual practice to cultivate. In this episode Giovanny Panginda and Lisa Nopachai introduce an 8-minute guided walking prayer resource originally developed to train students to integrate mind, body, and spirit as they find grounding in God and experience awe and wonder in their everyday surroundings—but youth leaders can try it too!
How to build trust with teens in youth group03 Apr 202400:29:48
Join us as Eric Vasquez, the visionary founder of Just Us 4 Youth, delves into how to build trust with teenagers. Eric underscores the role of consistency and closeness, and imparts practical strategies for nurturing connection—from active listening, to the power of meaningful one-on-one interactions, to engaging parents. Eric shares actionable advice for cultivating genuine relationships with young people.

Mentioned in this episode:
Faith Beyond Youth Group
Just us 4 Youth
T.R.E.E. program for parents 

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Blog: Cultivating teenagers’ trust one small act at a time
Blog: 5 ways to cultivate trust with teens in your youth ministry

 

 

Brad Griffin: Reframing youth ministry decline03 Mar 202200:37:35

It’s been a really tough couple of years in ministry. Are you feeling overwhelmed—and maybe even a little guilty about broken relationships with your students? Hosts Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda revisit a conversation between Brad Griffin and Josh Packard of Springtide Research packed with insights that will help you reframe student decline in ministry participation. Tune in for practical ideas on rebuilding trust and connection with your students. 

Kara Powell: Sustainable leader care practices16 Feb 202200:40:48
Sustainability in youth ministry requires us to adapt our self-care in response to change. So many things can change in life, and so much has changed in the past two pandemic years. In this episode, Kara Powell revisits her own time-tested practices for self-care and challenges us to ask, “What needs to change?”
Kristel Acevedo: Ministry Rhythms that work for YOU02 Feb 202200:36:50
Youth leaders, this season we are making it all about you! We know you pour out your energy and care for your students so much, and we want to help you care for yourself. Are you feeling physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally tired in ministry? Today, Kristel Acevedo gives us tips to find healthy ministry rhythms that fit your specific personality, preferences, and life stage.
Bonus Episode 2021: The good, the bad, & the hopeful20 Dec 202100:37:26

We asked the FYI team to reflect on the challenges and hopes they heard from youth leaders all over the nation and experienced themselves. Join us as team members share advice, hope, and encouragement based on what we learned from leaders like you. This is the 2021 wrap-up you don’t want to miss!

Timestamps:

2:27 - “What was difficult or challenging for you personally about 2021?”

17:35  - “What have you noticed that was good about the things youth leaders did this year?”

27:28 - “What is a short piece of encouragement you’d like to give youth ministers?”

34:19 - A blessing for youth leaders for the end of 2021 from Steve Argue

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FYI Research Panel: What we learned from interviews with Gen Z13 Oct 202100:38:44

Three researchers from our Living a Better Story project, Jennifer Guerra Aldana, Jane Hong-Guzman De Leon, and Andy Jung share what they learned about listening and ministering to a young, diverse generation. This episode is hosted by 3 Big Questions coauthor Kara Powell.

Almeda M. Wright: Purpose is an ongoing journey we commit to29 Sep 202100:38:13

Thinking about purpose may bring anxiety for some of your students—maybe because culture often focuses on purpose as a destination or vocation. But students can find purpose in many aspects of their lives, both now and in the future. Rev. Dr. Almeda M. Wright offers examples and practical ideas from her research and personal experience. This episode is hosted by Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Giovanny Panginda.



Montague Williams: Belonging Stories and Practices15 Sep 202100:37:29

Showing your students that they belong may bring some awkward moments, but it can become something deeply meaningful and fun! This practical conversation with Montague Williams will give you ideas on nurturing belonging in your ministry. The hosts for this episode are Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Giovanny Panginda.

Kat Armas: Identity, it’s complex...and beautiful.01 Sep 202100:37:07

Your students’ realities and histories influence their identity. In this conversation Kat Armas talks with our hosts, Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Giovanny Panginda, about how you can encourage students as they begin to understand the different parts that shape who they are in order to find the Christ-centered truths of their identity.

Identity, Belonging and Purpose with Kara Powell & Brad Griffin20 Aug 202100:40:53

This season we’re talking about teens’ questions of identity, belonging, and purpose. Hosts Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Giovanny Panginda talk with Dr. Kara Powell and Brad Griffin about the research and insights of FYI’s latest book 3 Big Questions that Change Every Teenager.

Mark Oestreicher: Innovation in times of disruption25 Mar 202100:39:47

Disruption in youth ministry may take the form of job changes, tragedies in a congregation or community, or as we’ve all learned, even a pandemic. Although it can be difficult to imagine innovating in the midst of a season of change, sometimes that’s the best time to try something new. In the last episode of Season 2, Marko talks candidly about the personal challenges a season of disruption can bring, as well as the surprising gifts such seasons can hold. This episode is hosted by Roslyn Hernández and Dr. Steven Argue, coauthor of FYI’s latest book Sticky Faith Innovation.

Creating safe spaces for teens' tough questions and meaning making13 Mar 202400:31:17

Join our conversation with Fredy Romero and Vanessa Cruz as we explore the vital topic of guiding teenagers through doubts and tough questions, what we call the meaning-making process. Fredy and Vanessa share tips on how youth leaders can create an environment where teenagers feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their beliefs.

Guest(s): Fredy Romero and Vanessa Cruz
Hosts: Roslyn Hernández, Brad Griffin 

Mentioned in this episode:
Faith Beyond Youth Group
Growing Young Workshops
uywi.org
lifeatrevive.com

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Related FYI resources:
Blog: Why doubt needs to have a place in your youth ministry this year
Blog: Youth ministry's pivot in the faith and science conversation

Jake Mulder: When people don't like your [obviously great] new idea04 Mar 202100:37:50

When youth leaders courageously share a new idea, it can be disheartening to be met with resistance or indifference. Jake Mulder shares perspective on what might be behind those reactions, as well as practical ideas about how you can all get on the same page in a way that honors everyone. Join FYI hosts Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Dr. Steve Argue, for this story-filled conversation with Jake. For more practical steps about innovating with your whole church in mind, check out FYI’s latest book Sticky Faith Innovation.

Teesha Hadra: Church traditions & innovation25 Feb 202100:35:29

Church traditions can be a foundation for great innovation. Rev. Teesha Hadra shares stories about how she learned to see tradition as an opportunity for, rather than an obstacle to, discipleship. Join FYI hosts, Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Dr. Steve Argue, for this honest and fun conversation with Teesha about innovating in youth ministry while staying connected to the broader vision and mission of your church. For more ideas about innovating within time-honored Christian practices, check out FYI’s latest book Sticky Faith Innovation



Abigail Visco Rusert: Innovation that sparks faith in teenagers18 Feb 202100:42:48

Abigail Visco Rusert shares the surprising connection between joy and innovation, and explores the ways failure can help move us forward. Hosted by Giovanny Panginda and Dr. Steve Argue, coauthor of FYI’s latest book Sticky Faith Innovation, this episode explores faith formation, dusty file cabinets, and even Katy Perry’s “Left Shark.”

Yulee Lee: Teamwork and the innovation process11 Feb 202100:39:27

Collaboration can bring creativity and diverse perspectives, but it can also be a bit of a challenge. Dr. Yulee Lee explains why and shares 4 ground rules for guiding communication. Hosts Dr. Steve Argue and Caleb Roose are coauthors of FYI’s latest book Sticky Faith Innovation and they share some surprising insights from the research about the connection between teamwork and innovation.

Kara Powell: Listening can fuel Sticky Faith creativity03 Feb 202100:36:59

This season explores innovation: what it is, how to do it, and why it’s vital for your youth ministry. Hosts Dr. Steve Argue and Giovanny Panginda talk with Dr. Kara Powell about how listening to teenagers is the best starting point for creativity in youth ministry. Kara, coauthor of Sticky Faith, shares how research uncovered best practices in youth ministry as well as opened doors for the next innovative steps.

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Jennifer Guerra Aldana: Multicultural youth ministry values05 Nov 202000:31:47

Hosts Roslyn Hernández and Aaron Yenney continue the conversation with Jennifer Guerra Aldana about multicultural youth ministry. Jenn reflects on the importance of establishing shared values for your ministry, as well as insight into how you can equip parents as you talk about diversity with young people.

 

Jennifer Guerra Aldana: leading a diverse generation29 Oct 202000:34:09

In this episode hosts Roslyn Hernández and Aaron Yenney talk with Jennifer Guerra-Aldana, Manager of Multicultural Initiatives at the Fuller Youth Institute, about navigating multicultural contexts with students. Jenn shares her experience of growing up as a pastor’s kid, as well as insights into the needs and gifts of the increasingly diverse generation in youth ministry today. 

Chuck Hunt: Gathering volunteers who reflect God's kingdom22 Oct 202000:38:00

Hosts Ahren Samuel and Kat Armas talk with Chuck Hunt, Pastor of Family Ministries. Chuck shares practical ideas for connecting with adults within your church community, collaborating with your volunteers during the pandemic, and reflecting diversity that can help students understand God's kingdom. 

Steve Argue: Investing in young adult leaders15 Oct 202000:33:26

Hosts Jennifer Guerra-Aldana and Aaron Yenney talk with Dr. Steve Argue about investing in young adults for the kingdom. This episode is packed with wisdom, practical ideas, and empathy for young adult leaders, as well as for anyone who manages, mentors, or ministers to those in their twenties. Steve encourages leaders in their twenties that their voices matter in the youth ministry conversation, and offers four ideas you can share with young adults that will encourage them to invest in their personal growth. fulleryouthinstitute.org/podcast

Scott Cormode: Communicating with senior leaders07 Oct 202000:32:08

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Jane Hong-Guzman de Leon talk with Dr. Scott Cormode about how to listen well and be the bridge to help church leaders understand young people. Scott shares some tips for leading up, inviting your senior pastor to reimagine how youth ministry could be done. Scott’s new book The Innovative Church is available now.

Youth ministry teaching that transforms28 Feb 202400:37:53

Are you questioning your teaching and discipleship strategies? Let’s explore ways to infuse Christian youth ministry teaching with transformative power that inspires teens to genuinely trust in God (not just follow rules). This rich conversation with, pastor and author Meredith Miller is full of wisdom, experience, laughter, and actionable insights to inspire your youth group lessons—and your students. 

Mentioned in this episode:
Faith Beyond Youth Group
Meredith’s Book: Woven 
Pedagogy of the Oppressed 

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Related FYI resources:
Blog: How to adapt youth ministry curriculum for your youth group
Blog: The volunteer's guide to cultivating faith beyond youth group

Matthew Deprez: Intergenerational Ministry30 Sep 202000:37:25

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Roslyn Hernández talk with Adult Ministries + Teaching Pastor Matthew Deprez about intergenerational ministry. Through personal stories and lots of practical ideas, Matthew shares a helpful framework that encourages young people to connect with older generations in your church. Fulleryouthinstitute.org/podcast

Kara Powell: Partnering with parents23 Sep 202000:40:44

Hosts Jennifer Guerra-Aldana and Aaron Yenney talk with Dr. Kara Powell about partnering with parents in your youth ministry. Kara shares lots of practical ideas and personal inspiration to remind us why this effort is so important. Fulleryouthinstitute.org/podcast

Scott Cormode: Leadership and innovation in ministry17 Sep 202000:37:13

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Jane Hong-Guzman de Leon talk with Dr. Scott Cormode about Christian leadership, the power of listening, and how we can innovate in the church while staying grounded in Christian practices. Scott shares insights and examples from his new book The Innovative Church.  Fulleryouthinstitute.org/podcast

Chuck Hunt: Equipping volunteers to disciple09 Sep 202000:32:40

Hosts Kat Armas and Ahren Samuel from FYI talk with Chuck Hunt, Pastor of Family Ministries. Chuck talks about caring for volunteers, empowering them to disciple students, and how important it is to celebrate together. Chuck brings stories and wisdom from 25 years of experience in youth ministry and he’s collaborated on many FYI projects as a speaker and advisor.

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