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26 Jun 2025

The Secret Sauce to Consistent Summer Engagement

By Nick Clason|2025-06-16T06:47:08-07:00June 26th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Consistency is hard—unless you steal my system.

In this episode, I break down my exact weekly summer content rhythm for youth ministry using the ☀️ Summer Seasonal Social Media Pack:

1 spiritual reel
1 fun reel
1 carousel
and some bonus hybrid magic.

You’ll get the full template, schedule, and content—so you can stay consistent, connected, and (mostly) sane all summer long.

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

19 Jun 2025

Summer Social Media Mistakes (And How I’m Avoiding Them)

By Nick Clason|2025-05-26T06:02:10-07:00June 19th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|1 Comment

Here’s what usually tanks your social media engagement every summer—and what I’m doing instead.

Because posting a blurry pic of your youth group playing dodgeball again is not a strategy.

I’ve made all the summer mistakes—so you don’t have to!

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

12 Jun 2025

What I Posted This Week Using My Summer Content Pack

By Nick Clason|2025-05-26T05:59:06-07:00June 12th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

I didn’t make anything new this week.

I literally just hit post.

Let me show you exactly what I shared using my Summer Content Pack—and how it performed.

Plus two bonus pieces of content that were the true all-stars at the end of this video!

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

5 Jun 2025

This Social Media Post is dead in 2025 – What to do instead

By Nick Clason|2025-05-14T10:02:15-07:00June 5th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

The “done-for-you” social media strategy is dead in 2025—and it might be quietly hurting your youth ministry.

HubSpot’s latest report says real impact comes from micro-connections over time, not cookie-cutter content.

If you want to win on social this summer without burning out, show up with authenticity, stay consistent, and use tools that amplify your voice—not replace it.

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

29 May 2025

Gaga Ball vs Nine Square – Which Youth Ministry Game WINS in 2025?

By Nick Clason|2025-04-29T21:21:58-07:00May 29th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Two legendary youth ministry games.

One epic showdown. Will Gaga Ball’s chaos reign supreme?

Or will the high-flying strategy of 9 Square (Nine Square in the Air) take the crown?

Stick around as we settle the score once and for all — and help YOU pick the ultimate youth group game!

9-SQUARE https://walmrt.us/4lFQtMq

GAGA BALL https://walmrt.us/42T5weo

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

22 May 2025

5 TIPS | Promotion like a Pro! Beginning vs End of Summer

By Nick Clason|2025-04-29T21:21:17-07:00May 22nd, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

When should you promote elementary students—right after school ends or just before the fall kickoff?

In this video, we’re breaking down the pros and cons of beginning-of-summer vs end-of-summer promotions to help you make the best move for your ministry.

Whether you promote from 5th to 6th or 6th to 7th, or just want to avoid the chaos of unclear grade promotions—this one’s for you!

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

15 May 2025

Youth Ministry in the Summer? Should You Shut It Down or Show Up Strong?

By Nick Clason|2025-04-29T21:23:56-07:00May 15th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Summer is coming, and youth pastors everywhere are asking—do we keep programming or hit pause?

In this video, we’ll break down the pros and cons of both options and help you decide what’s right for your ministry this summer.

Stick around till the end for a FREE resource: 100 social media ideas to keep students engaged—even if you hit pause.

Plus 3 tips for summer ministry, regardless of the direction you choose

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

8 May 2025

How I’m Doing 3 Months of Social with THIS One Resource

By Nick Clason|2025-04-30T14:32:05-07:00May 8th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

This is your youth ministry summer social media game-changer.

With 3 months of ready-to-go posts, training videos, and templates, you’ll never stress about what to post again.

Designed for youth pastors by a youth pastor using a proven hybrid ministry model.

This video unveils 8 dynamic [custom] post types, we walk through how to use, edit and post in this video!

You’ll never worry about it, again! (Oh, and look like an absolute pro while doing it!)

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

1 May 2025

From No Budget to Pro – Summer Camp 2025 Photography & Videography Setup Guide

By Nick Clason|2025-04-11T08:53:53-07:00May 1st, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|2 Comments

Want pro-level camp content without a pro-level budget?

In this episode, Nick Clason, of Hybrid Ministry, breaks down the exact gear, tips, and hacks you need to capture incredible summer camp photos and videos—even if you’re starting from scratch.

Whether you’re using a phone, DSLR, or just your creativity, we’ll help you level up your visual game to create that momentum back at your church that camp deserves!

And if you’re interested in seeing more of what the Hybrid Ministry Show has to offer, I’d love to encourage you to check out more!

24 Apr 2025

How I Produce a [Weekly] Leader Podcast in under 1 hour

By Nick Clason|2025-04-01T08:02:32-07:00April 24th, 2025|Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, Mental Health, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Volunteers, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

You need to train your volunteer youth leaders, but how do you produce a podcast, which gives you the outlet to offer more trainings than you even know what to do with?

And how do you not lose your life to it?

In this epsiode I outline and detail how I produce a weekly leader podcast in only one hour per month!

Yes, I’ll show you everything I do from getting started, the gear, and maintaining it!