073 | You Can't Talk About That (or can you?)

076 | Praying for Your Students All Summer Long

In this episode of Hey Volunteers! we explore how youth ministry volunteers can effectively stay connected with students during the summer, emphasizing prayer, intentionality, and service. Todd Jones is back, and we share practical tips and scripture-based strategies to nurture faith and relationships in a busy season. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Youth Ministry Podcast 02:41 The Importance of Summer for Youth Ministry 05:35 Influential Volunteers in Youth Ministry 08:46 Practical Tips for Staying Connected with Students 11:38 Praying Scripture for Students 14:40 Daily Prayer Guide for Students 17:40 Bob: A Prayer Strategy for Summer 20:39 Resources for Praying for Students 23:45 Conclusion and Future Plans Scripture we talked about: Prayer Scripture Over Them  Eph 5:15-17 & Luke 2:52  Prayer Guide can be found at youthministry.info [http://youthministry.info] Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are many great youth ministry podcasts out there, but few focus solely on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that provides great content to help volunteers who work with teenagers. Each episode is short and to the point, covering how best to impact teenagers with the gospel. Each episode will be hosted by several youth ministry veterans who have worked 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 [http://studentministrynetwork.com] We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.

075 | Getting your youth pastor to let you do more…

In this episode of Hey Volunteers! we explore how volunteers can effectively collaborate with youth ministry leaders to enhance youth ministry. It emphasizes the importance of consistency, intentionality, and coachability among volunteers to foster a thriving ministry environment. Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Youth Ministry Podcast 01:41 The Role of Volunteers in Youth Ministry 06:05 Building Trust and Responsibility as a Volunteer 08:16 Key Qualities of Effective Volunteers 11:58 The Importance of Intentionality in Volunteering 16:02 Being Coachable and Adaptable 18:56 Empowering Volunteers and Sharing the Load 23:27 The Impact of Volunteers on Student Ministry Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are many great youth ministry podcasts out there, but few focus solely on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that provides great content to help volunteers who work with teenagers. Each episode is short and to the point, covering how best to impact teenagers with the gospel. Each episode will be hosted by several youth ministry veterans who have worked 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 [http://studentministrynetwork.com] We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.

074 | Helping Seniors Graduate Well

This episode features Tommy Fountain, a campus missionary at the University of Georgia, sharing expert insights on how volunteers can effectively support high school seniors in their transition to college or career. Topics include practical ways to prepare seniors, the importance of ongoing relationships, and creating pipelines for continued spiritual growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Celebrating Milestones 02:51 Preparing Seniors for Transition 06:03 Resources and Conversations for Seniors 08:47 Connecting Students with Local Churches 11:51 Celebrating Graduates and Teachable Moments 14:40 The Importance of Serving 17:51 Commissioning Students for Their Next Steps 20:45 Maintaining Connections After Graduation Resources Get Connected to a BCM https://gabaptist.org/college-future [https://gabaptist.org/college-future] Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are a lot of great youth ministry podcasts out there, but not many focus only on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that 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 [http://studentministrynetwork.com] We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.

073 | You Can't Talk About That (or can you?)

In this episode of Hey Volunteers!, Chris Trent and Jennifer Fletcher discuss the challenges faced by volunteers in youth ministry, particularly the feeling of being overwhelmed. They are joined by Shane Pruitt, who introduces a great new FREE resource 'You Can't Talk About That,' which addresses sensitive topics such as sexuality, gender, and mental health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of volunteers, the need for open communication with parents, and the necessity of grounding discussions in biblical truth.  Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Youth Ministry Podcast 01:41 Feeling Overwhelmed as a Volunteer 02:50 Introducing Shane Pruitt and His Resource 04:35 The Value of Volunteers in Youth Ministry 07:27 Discussing Sensitive Topics with Teens 09:17 Cultural Conversations: Addressing Key Issues 11:28 Approaching Difficult Conversations Wisely 14:13 Communicating with Parents and Direct Reports 16:19 Navigating One-on-One Conversations with Students 18:33 Utilizing Resources for Effective Discussions 19:25 Empowering Parents with Resources 20:43 Navigating Conversations on Sexuality 25:45 Understanding Gender Identity 29:44 Addressing Mental Health Challenges Resources You Can’t Talk About That! & Other great resources  | https://www.gensend.org/leader-resources/ [https://www.gensend.org/leader-resources/] Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are a lot of great youth ministry podcasts out there, but not many focus only on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that 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 [http://studentministrynetwork.com] We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.

072 | Fresh Calling w/ Steve Spence

Join us in episode 72 with our special guest, Steve Spence. In this episode, Steve shares practical insights on renewing your passion for youth ministry, managing fatigue, and maintaining spiritual health. Perfect for volunteers and youth leaders seeking to stay motivated and effective in their calling. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:46 The Impact of Ministry Fatigue on Volunteers 02:30 Steve Spence's Background and Book 'Fresh Calling' 04:29 The Long-Term Perspective in Youth Ministry 06:28 Understanding Your Calling from God 08:10 The Importance of a Clear Call in Ministry 10:47 Valuing Your Calling as a Volunteer 12:06 Setting Healthy Boundaries in Ministry 14:36 Guarding Your Spiritual and Inner Life 21:15 Celebrating Small Wins in Ministry 23:30 The Power of Recognizing Small Victories 24:40 Remembering Your Why in Ministry 29:59 Final Encouragement and Wrap-Up Resources Fresh Calling by Steve Spence | https://youthministry360.com/collections/devos-books/products/fresh-calling [https://youthministry360.com/collections/devos-books/products/fresh-calling] Hey Volunteers! A Youth Ministry Podcast for Volunteers | There are a lot of great youth ministry podcasts out there, but not many focus only on volunteers. Hey Volunteers is a Youth Ministry Podcast that 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 [http://studentministrynetwork.com] We would LOVE to hear from you! Email us at YouthMinistryPodcast@GaBaptist.org to share show ideas or give us feedback.