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Ministry Coach

Ministry Coach

Kristen Lascola

Kristen Lascola from North Coast Church gives weekly insight and tips on how to build healthy leaders, teams and churches in Youth Ministry. With over 17 years in Student Ministry, Kristen shares her knowledge and experiences and frequently features guests from various ministries, churches and leadership roles so that you can use proven strategies to increase your impact from your leadership role. This podcast will help you grow your leadership skills, enhance your ministry, build a volunteer staff, grow your influence and create a healthy work environment so that you can help take the ministry God has you in to the next level. Hit subscribe and get ready to advance your leadership!

  • 31 minutes 6 seconds
    Youth Group Games for REALLY SMALL Youth Ministries

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    **FOR A PDF OF THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OF THE GAMES - EMAIL US AT [email protected] - and put in the subject or description "Games for SUPER Small Youth Groups" and we will send it over to you!** We have done game episodes in the past in regards to youth group games for small youth ministries, but what about REALLY small youth ministries?  Today, we will be going over the instructions for 5 super fun, no prep & low prep youth ministry games that work great for super small youth groups.  We will walk through how to run each game, how to ref it, and how to adjust the rules when your group needs more challenge or less chaos.

    Subscribe, share this with a youth leader friend, and leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so more small youth ministries can find practical help!

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    7 Youth Group Games for Smaller Youth Ministries

    4 Icebreakers for Smaller Youth Groups

    5 NO COST Youth Ministry Games - FREE YOUTH GROUP GAMES

    5 Simple Youth Group Games - Last Minute Games for Youth Ministry

    ICEBREAKER GAMES

    Dodgeball Variation Games

    Up Front Games

    7 Low Prep Youth Group Games

    7 NO PREP GAMES for Youth Ministry


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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
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    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    *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!*

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    21 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 37 minutes 24 seconds
    What Does Reaching the Next Generation Look Like in Youth Ministry? (Beyond The Numbers Collaboration)

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    How do we reach the Next Generation in youth ministry?  Gen Z can spot a fake a mile away, but they respond fast to something rarer: an adult who is fully present. In this episode, we have collaborated with Josh Williams from Beyond the Numbers podcast to talk about what healthy youth ministry looks like when the goal is real discipleship, not just a full room.

    We dig into the myths that keep churches stuck, what great volunteers look like and then we get concrete about vision, strategy, and program. Adding events can feel productive, but program for program’s sake does not fix a discipleship problem. We talk about creating a culture that “drips” the mission into everything, building space for deeper worship experiences, and helping students grow in a relationship with Jesus that outlasts youth group.

    If you lead a student ministry, coach volunteers, or care about the future of the church, this conversation will give you practical next steps you can use this week. Subscribe, share with a youth leader, and leave a review then reply with your biggest next gen challenge so we can talk about it together. What’s one change you want to make in your ministry right now?

    Be sure to check out, like and subscribe to Josh's podcast: Beyond the Numbers Podcast and also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheNumbersPodcast/videos

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info ***

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    You may also enjoy this episode:

    (#029) How Can Youth Pastors Reach Gen Z?

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/


    *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!*

    Support the show

    14 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 28 minutes 5 seconds
    Don't Shut Your Youth Ministry Down For the Summer...Do THIS Instead!

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** Youth ministry thrives off of momentum and shutting down for the summer crushes that.  There are so many benefits to continuing youth group through the summer and so many negatives to stopping.  In this episode, we talk honestly about why we’re not fans of shutting things down and how staying consistent can protect spiritual growth, relationships, and momentum going into the fall.  

    But what about attendance dips and leader burnout?  Valid concerns...in this episode, we get practical about the two objections we hear most from youth pastors. You’ll hear simple summer youth ministry strategies to make your schedule more flexible and keeping the vibe fun even if the room might feel emptier.  We also dig into what burnout can really signal, from unclear roles to volunteers feeling underused, and how healthy leader care keeps people excited to show up.

    If you want to keep youth group going all summer without exhausting your team, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a youth leader friend, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so more youth pastors can find it.

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#108) Summertime Event Ideas for Youth Ministry

    (#060) 7 Dodgeball Variation Games for Youth Ministry

    (#045) Preventing Your Volunteers from Burning Out in Youth Ministry

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/


    *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!*

    Support the show

    7 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 28 minutes 13 seconds
    What I Wish I Would Have DONE SOONER as a Youth Pastor!

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** You can love students and have a huge heart for youth ministry and still feel like you’re falling behind as a youth pastor. I’ve been there, and I’ve made plenty of mistakes the hard way. In this episode, we will be sharing 5 things I wish I’d made earlier in youth ministry, the kind that would have saved time, lowered stress, and helped grow a healthier youth group faster.  Don't make these same mistakes!

    Subscribe, share this with a youth pastor friend, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so others in youth ministry can benefit from this podcast.

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#164) Why You Need Multiple Speakers in Your Youth Ministry

    (#165) Last Minute Youth Ministry Lesson Ideas - Youth Pastor Resources

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    *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!*

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    30 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 25 minutes 47 seconds
    Protecting Your Youth Ministry Students (Safety at Youth Group - Pt. 2)

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    *** Would you like a FREE Student Ministry Volunteer Application? E-mail us at [email protected] and we can send one over! *** In this episode, we take a intentional, practical look at youth ministry safety and student protection, focusing on prevention policies that reduce risk, remove secrecy, and make it easier for parents to trust your student ministry team.  We walk through the safeguards we actually use and teach as well as specifics about youth pastor and volunteer text communication policies. Finally, we cover some important additions you should consider in regards to church facilities and accountability.

    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together! Make sure to check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***

    Subscribe, share this with a youth leader, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so more youth pastors can listen in!

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#286) How to Protect Your Youth Ministry Students - (Safety at Youth Group Pt. 1)

    (#012) Creating a Safe Ministry - 3 Areas to Focus On

    (#031) Training Your Youth Ministry Volunteers - Onboarding & Acclimation


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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    *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!*

    Support the show

    23 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 27 minutes 15 seconds
    How to Protect Your Youth Ministry Students (Safety at Youth Group - Pt. 1)

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    *** Would you like a FREE Student Ministry Volunteer Application? E-mail us at [email protected] and we can send one over! ***  Protecting your youth group students is top priority, so who are the volunteers you are allowing into your youth ministry?  What is the vetting process for who you are allowing to serve in your student ministry?  What guidelines must youth ministry volunteers follow?  How are you protecting your students?  Today, we are taking a look at a very serious topic - student safety within your youth ministry.  In this two part episode, we get practical and candid about how we give extra protection to students.

    In this episode, we walk through a multi-layered volunteer screening process along side acute behavior observation and finally strict prevention rules & policies.  These steps can dramatically reduce blind spots.

    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together! Make sure to check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com ***

    Subscribe, share this with a youth leader, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so more youth pastors can listen in!

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#012) Creating a Safe Ministry - 3 Areas to Focus On

    (#031) Training Your Youth Ministry Volunteers - Onboarding & Acclimation


    =======

    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

    =========

    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    *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!*

    Support the show

    16 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 32 minutes 23 seconds
    3 Common Mistakes Youth Pastors MUST AVOID In Their Youth Ministry

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** Sometimes the biggest mistakes that occur in youth ministry are the ones that are so common, that youth pastors will simply not see them.  In this episode, we get practical about three mistakes we see youth pastors make over and over, and how to fix them before they become youth group killers.

    If this helps you and your student ministry, make sure you subscribe, share it with a youth pastor friend, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  so more leaders can build healthier youth ministries.

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    📕 Book Mentioned in this episode:
    The 21 Most Powerful Minutes in a Leader's Day - John Maxwell

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    You may also enjoy this episode:

    (#117) 4 FATAL Mistakes You Need to Avoid in Youth Ministry

    (#138) Mistakes that Youth Pastors Commonly Make (2 You Need to AVOID!)

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

    =========

    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    *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!*


    Support the show

    9 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 25 minutes 32 seconds
    3 Things That NO ONE TELLS YOU About Youth Ministry Leadership

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** Youth ministry leadership doesn't always look how you expected it to look. In this episode, we will be discussing three things nobody tells you about student ministry leadership...the kind of lessons you usually only learn the hard way.  As a youth pastor, you will quickly learn that your job will often morph into something you may not have expected, but that's not always a bad thing.  If you’re serious about growing the size and health of your youth ministry, this one will challenge you in the best way.  

    📚 Book mentioned in this podcast: 📚

    📕 "Accidental Pharisee" by Dr. Larry Osborne

    📗 "How to Win Friends & Influence People" by Dale Carnegie

    If this helped, make sure you subscribe, share it with another friend in youth ministry, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to help others find this podcast!

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    You may also enjoy this episode:

    (#020) Increase Your Influence in Leadership w/ Emotional Intelligence

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

    =========

    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

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    Microphones
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    Digital Recorder
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    *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!*

    Support the show

    2 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 28 minutes 14 seconds
    Do These 5 Things in Youth Ministry...You'll Thank Yourself Later!

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together! Make sure to check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Your future self as a youth pastor is going to here sooner than you think, and youth ministry has a way of making that painfully obvious. In this episode, we talk about the “Morning You vs Night You” problem in youth ministry and how small choices stack up into either burnout or strength, especially when you’re carrying students, parents, volunteers, and a full student ministry calendar.  We walk through five moves your future youth pastor self will genuinely thank you for.  Along the way we get honest about why youth leaders slip, how avoidance multiplies stress, and why authentic listening builds the kind of youth group students actually want to invite friends into.  

    If this helped, make sure you subscribe, share it with another friend in youth ministry, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ with the habit you’re committing to next!

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#083) 5 Healthy Habits for Youth Pastors to Implement Into Youth Ministry

    (#224) 5 Leadership Habits of Highly Effective & Visionary Youth Pastors

    (#020) Increase Your Influence in Leadership w/ Emotional Intelligence

    (#038) How to Plan Your Week in Youth Ministry - Time Management Tips

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

    =========

    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

    ========

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    Microphones
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    Microphone Preamp
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    Digital Recorder
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    *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 addit

    Support the show

    26 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 29 minutes 25 seconds
    5 Things I Learned From My First Year in Youth Ministry

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together! Make sure to check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** My first year as a youth pastor was rough but it definitely helped shape my future in youth ministry.  Here are 5 things I learned that I've carried with me since then.  These mindset shifts can completely change your first year as a youth pastor and they can rescue you from the traps that crush a lot of youth leaders.  In this episode, we cover topics like comparison vs. learning, youth leader growth, the real reason students stay, how to build upon your strengths and more!

    If you got a lot of value out of this episode, please subscribe, share it with another youth leader, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so more youth pastors can find it. What’s one lesson you wish YOU knew in your first year?

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    📕 Book Mentioned in this episode:
    The 21 Most Powerful Minutes in a Leader's Day - John Maxwell

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#281) 5 Ways to Connect With Your Students in Youth Ministry

    (#215) How to Connect With Introverted Students in Your Youth Ministry

    (#107) How to Deliver Better Sermons - 5 Youth Pastor Tips

    (#089) How to Get Better Engagement During Sermons in Youth Ministry

    (#241) 3 Ways to Immediately Improve Your Youth Ministry Sermons

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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

    =========

    🔄 CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱:
    Ministry Coach Podcast:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryCoach/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrycoachpodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ministrycoachpodcast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ministrycoachpodcast

    Kristen Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klascola/

    Jeffrey Lascola:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandmasterbengal/

    ========

    *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!*


    Support the show

    19 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 24 minutes 46 seconds
    5 Ways to Connect With Your Students in Youth Ministry

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    The time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together! Make sure to check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** If you’ve ever looked at your youth group and just felt disconnected from your students, this episode is for you. In this episode, we get very practical about how to connect with students in youth ministry, especially when you’re new, you’re rebuilding relationships after graduation season, or you’re trying to reach the quiet teen who keeps coming and going to youth group, unnoticed.

    If you lead students as a youth pastor, director, intern, or volunteer small group leader, hit play, take notes, and try some of these ideas this week. If you received value out of this episode, be sure to subscribe, share this with another youth leader or your team, and leave a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!

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    You may also enjoy these episodes:

    (#215) How to Connect With Introverted Students in Your Youth Ministry

    (#115) 6 Easy Ways to Connect With Your Students Outside of Youth Ministry


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    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 an episode idea, please E-Mail us at [email protected]!

    If you have it on your heart to support this ministry, please consider going to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/ministrycoach

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