206: How Do You Nurture Gritty Faith? Four Spiritual Practices for the Next-Generation & Being a Student of Those You Lead (Interview With Ebonie Davis by CCLN)
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Release Date: 11/28/2023
216: How Can You Coach Other Small Group Leaders?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
In this episode, Jeremy and Sid discuss how to coach other small group leaders in both informal and formal settings. They emphasize the importance of fostering a culture of teachability and asking questions to spark curiosity and learning. They also suggest defining a fixed time for coaching sessions and setting clear expectations for the coaching relationship. The hosts encourage veteran small group leaders to take on the role of coaching and supporting younger leaders, recognizing the impact they can have on the next generation. Check out the from . There’s $50,000 available this...
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215: Can You Shape The Future of Your Students?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing [email protected] Takeaways Youth workers have the power to shape the future of their students by speaking truth and providing a vision for their lives. Youth workers should see themselves as conduits of truth, communicating the messages of Jesus and helping students discover their unique gifts and potential. There is a hesitation among youth workers to exercise their influence due to fear of getting it wrong or pushing students away, but the void is...
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214: How Do I Deal With a Disruptive Student In My Small Group?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing [email protected]
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213: What Should You Do When God Doesn’t Answer The Prayers of Your Students?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at We’re coming to Ontario! Join us February 24, 2024 at Are you a youth pastor? You should join us for the Canadian Youth Pastor Summit! We’ll be in Ontario in the year and you can find more information at March 5-7, 2024 - Canadian Youth Pastor Summit East Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing [email protected]
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212: What Shouldn’t You Share About Your Spiritual Journey With Your Students?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at We’re coming to Ontario! Join us February 24, 2024 at Are you a youth pastor? You should join us for the Canadian Youth Pastor Summit! We’ll be in Ontario in the year and you can find more information at March 5-7, 2024 - Canadian Youth Pastor Summit East Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing [email protected]
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211: What Questions Should You Use To Talk About Social Media With Your Students? Interview with Meisha Watson
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Learn more about Meisha at the following links: A special thanks to our partners and sponsors that make this podcast possible… is a global missions organization that cares deeply about your ministry to the next generation here in our country. So whether it’s leveraging their wisdom to craft ethical mission trips or connecting with them to catch a vision for what God is doing in hard to reach places, your ministry should connect with our friends at Christar. has been a long time supporter of the Youth Worker Community and we love how they merge a commitment to...
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210: How Do You Help Students Understand What They Think About the Bible and Its Place in Life and Faith?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
A special thanks to our partners and sponsors that make this podcast possible… The Chosen is is the first-ever multi-season TV show about the life of Jesus. The series allows us to see Him through the eyes of those who knew Him. Check out the season 4 and then see if it’s showing in a . Are you a youth pastor? You should join us for the Canadian Youth Pastor Summit! We’ll be in Ontario in the year and you can find more information at March 5-7, 2024 - Canadian Youth Pastor Summit East You are invited to the YWC Conferences! All the details are available at ....
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209: How Do You Communicate With Your Students In Between Gatherings?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
Sid and Jeremy mentioned a few platforms such as… A special thanks to our partners and sponsors that make this podcast possible… is one of partners for the Coalition and we’ve loved helping dozens of youth workers get their Bachelor’s degree through this partnership. Not only that, but Rocky actually offers a free Intro To The Bible course that you can sign up for . Check it out with your other team members or even your students! The has been faithfully reaching people for Jesus for years and they are using their platform on to help connect with folks around...
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208: Can Your Volunteer Experience Get Better Than This?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
A special thanks to our partners and sponsors that make this podcast possible… are developing passionate, relevant servants of Jesus Christ who are shaped by the entire Scriptures. Whether it’s a gap year or a full degree, you should familiarize yourself with Millar. They’ll root your students deeply into the Scriptures with a love for Christ. are such helpful partners in this season and you should check out their Out of the Box discipleship event – it’s a toolkit designed to help you run a great retreat for your students. You are invited to the YWC...
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207: How Should You Interact With The Parents Or Guardians of Your Students?
Volunteer Youth Worker Podcast
A special thanks to our partners and sponsors that make this podcast possible… Do you know someone who is thinking about ministry? is a 4-year accredited program for people who want to pursue a future in ministry. The program is designed to go deep theologically and also equip you practically for on-the-ground local church ministry. Launched by Jason Ballard from the Alpha Youth Series and the team at The Way Church in Vancouver, this is a wonderful option for you or your students. If you want to know more, visit (from ) exists to see every youth in Canada hear, respond...
info_outlineNo matter where you fall on your church's organizational chart, we believe that this conversation with Ebonie around thoughtful discipleship in the youth space will serve you. In their time together, Ebonie and Jason explore how the church can play a vital role in nurturing a Jesus-centered joy among young people. They also touch on topics like contextual spiritual formation for the next-generation and adopting a “whole church” vision for youth discipleship within a community. Ebonie also courageously shares her deeply moving and inspirational journey of discovering Jesus. We hope you enjoy the conversation with the joy-exuding Ebonie Davis.
Find out more about Ebonie at…
You are invited to the YWC Conferences! All the details are available at YouthWorker.Community. Bring your whole team to be encouraged and equipped to better disciple the students in your ministry.
January 26-27, 2024 - YWC Conference Saskatoon
February 2-3, 2024 - YWC Conference Vancouver
February 9-10, 2024 - YWC Conference Calgary
And we’re coming to Ontario!
February 24, 2024 - Today’s Teens Conference
Are you a youth pastor? You should join us for the Canadian Youth Pastor Summit! We’ll be in Ontario in the year and you can find more information at youthpastorsummit.ca
March 5-7, 2024 - Canadian Youth Pastor Summit East
Looking for the Coalition? Details are available at youthworker.community/coalition
Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing [email protected]