The Download Youth Ministry (DYM) podcast is a podcast focused on youth ministry and is hosted by a team of experienced youth workers who share their insights, experiences, and expertise on various topics related to youth ministry.
Here are some …
It’s that time of the year again! No, not spring break or Easter, it’s March Madness! For those of you who are not familiar, March Madness is the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, where 68 teams compete to be …
As a youth pastor, I’ve learned that every season has its own challenges, but there’s something about spring that can be especially tough. For starters, spring tends to be a very busy time of year for students, with end-of-year exams, …
As a youth pastor, I know that the time spent traveling to a mission trip can be long and tedious, especially if you’re stuck in a van with a group of teenagers. But fear not, this time can be …
It’s almost time for Easter! I get really excited for the season. Not because I enjoy Easter egg hunting and pastels and nice weather, but because this is what our faith is all about! Jesus resurrected from the dead is …
In our most recent episode of the DYM Podcast, Doug & Josh talk about youth ministry calendars. They discuss a bunch of ideas why they’re important, how often you should make one, and what they say about your ministry. …
I need to share a big mistake I’ve made as a youth pastor. I’ve been in ministry now for 19 years, 17 of which have been fully dedicated to student ministry and raising up the next generation of Christ followers …
When I was a kid growing up in church, my dad was the worship leader, and one of my best friends, Josh, was the senior pastor’s kid. When we were in about 2nd or 3rd grade, a guest …
As youth pastors, we often find ourselves in a whirlwind of activities and events. We’re planning the next sermon, scheduling meetings with volunteers, and running from one event to the next. It can be hard to pause and really take …
As we hit the typical time to talk sex, dating, and relationships for youth ministry, there are a couple of good things to keep in mind when it comes to addressing these topics, both with students and with parents.
As …