S4 | Ep 29 - Understanding Gen Alpha (Feat. Shawn Hyde)
Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast
Release Date: 04/04/2025
S4 | Ep 39 - Why Theology Matters More Than Ever (Feat. Kyle Hoffsmith)
Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast
In this episode, we're joined by Kyle Hoffsmith—youth pastor at Old North Church and host of The Word in Youth Ministry podcast—for a powerful conversation about rethinking the typical youth group model. Instead of relying on games, pizza, and surface-level engagement, Kyle has built a student ministry rooted in God’s Word and rich theology—even for middle and high schoolers. He shares practical strategies, honest stories of student transformation, and how a foundation of biblical truth is leading to lasting faith in the next generation. Whether you're a youth pastor, church leader, or...
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S4 | Ep 38 - Neurodivergence in Ministry (Feat. Margaret Olmedo)
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In this episode, Eric sits down with Maggie Olmedo, longtime partner of Momentum, to talk about how ministry leaders can better serve students who think, learn, and experience the world differently. They explore common misunderstandings and practical ways churches can create environments where every student can thrive. Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: ...
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S4 | Ep 37 - What Youth Pastors Need Most (Feat. Todd Pearage)
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On this week's episode, Eric is joined by Todd Pearage as the two have an insightful conversation on youth ministry, and specifically what Youth Pastors need most in today's world. Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Subscribe and be sure to leave us your rating & review!
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S4 | Ep 36 - Levels to Vision: Who Knows what, When and Why It Matters
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Join Eric Miller and Vice President Donny Varney this week as they discuss the different levels of vision in ministry and the work of building God’s Kingdom. Visit to learn more about our organization and how we partner with local churches to equip today’s young Christian leaders for tomorrow’s opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Subscribe and be sure to leave us your rating & review!
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S4 | Ep 35 - Leveraging Video Games For The Gospel
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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is joined by Jared Stewart of Video Game Ministries. Listen as the two discuss how to leverage the world of online gaming for the gospel. Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Subscribe and be sure to leave us your rating & review!
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S4 | Ep 34 - Embracing Obstacles
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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, join Eric Miller and Donny Varney as the two discuss how to embrace obstacles in ministry as they share their personal experiences on the topic. Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Subscribe and be sure to leave us your rating & review!
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S4 | Ep 33 - Leveraging Fantasy Sports for the Gospel (Feat. Bryce Johnson)
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This week on the podcast, Eric is joined by Bryce Johnson as the two discuss how to leverage the community of fantasy sports for the Gospel and advancement of the Kingdom. Learn more about Bryce's ministry through these websites! 💻 Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Follow Momentum Ministry Partners on: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Subscribe and be sure to leave us your rating & review!
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S4 | Ep 32 - Navigating Sexuality in Ministry (Feat. Ian Shire)
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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is joined by Ian Shire of Authentic Intimacy. Ian is the Leader Program Manager and is on the front lines of serving our leader community. He has a passion for encouraging men and women toward Christlike sexual integrity. Ian joined the ministry of Authentic Intimacy in 2023 with the role of training and supporting pastors and leaders to engage their ministries with a biblical approach to sexuality. Listen as Eric and Ian have a powerful conversation on navigating sexuality within a ministry context in today's world. Discover more on...
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S4 | Ep 31 - Asking & Answering the Questions That Matter - Part 2 (Feat. Valerie O'Brien)
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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is once again joined by Valerie O'Brien, founder of Aspen Ministries. Aspen Ministry desires to Biblically, historically, and winsomely show an emerging generation who Jesus is–and inspire and equip the church to cross generations and cultures to receive them. Join Eric and Val as they talk about the emerging gap between generations, how to address it, and how Jesus is still at the center of it all. To learn more about Aspen, visit their website to learn more: Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and...
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S4 | Ep 30 - Asking & Answering the Questions That Matter (Feat. Valerie O'Brien)
Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast
This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is joined by Valerie O'Brien, founder of Aspen Ministries. Aspen Ministry desires to Biblically, historically, and winsomely show an emerging generation who Jesus is–and inspire and equip the church to cross generations and cultures to receive them. Join Eric and Valerie as they talk about the emerging gap between generations, how to address it, and how Jesus is still at the center of it all. To learn more about Aspen, visit their website to learn more: Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we...
info_outlineTune in as Eric and special guest Shawn Hyde discuss who Gen Alpha really is, how to understand them, and how to connect with them. Discover how churches can also partner with parents of Gen Alpha for an even greater impact.
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