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9 Oct 2025

How to Ask for a Raise – Expert Tips & Tricks

By |2025-09-18T13:13:53-07:00October 9th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|1 Comment

What if I told you that most youth pastors are only getting raises half the rate of inflation — if they’re getting them at all?

Today, I’m breaking down real data from the national Youth Pastor Compensation Survey with insights from experts like Dan Navarra — so you know exactly how much you should be getting paid.

And interestingly, the one thing you need to start right away, to ensure you’ll actually get one!

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!

2 Oct 2025

Don’t Try These… Until You Hear My Mistakes

By |2025-09-12T10:14:07-07:00October 2nd, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|5 Comments

Youth ministry theme nights are some of the BEST ways to get students inviting friends and to build momentum in your group.

But here’s the thing nobody tells you—every single one of my theme nights has come with a mistake. Sometimes it was funny, sometimes it was painful… and one time I thought I was getting fired…

Before you try these for yourself, let me give you my five best theme nights from 15 years in youth ministry—and the one mistake I made in each, so you don’t have to learn the hard way.

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!

25 Sep 2025

Job Switch? Youth Pastor Top Tips

By |2025-09-01T12:14:47-07:00September 25th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Leaving a Youth Ministry Job is tough, in this video, we’re going to explore some top Youth Pastor job switch questions, such as:

  • Is it wrong to look for a new church job?
  • When you start looking, when should you share that information with your current church?
  • How can someone go about expressing concern about current job frustrations without burning bridges?

All that, plus how I recommend announcing a departure, on this episode of the “Hybrid Ministry” Show

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!

18 Sep 2025

Top 5 Youth Ministry Books Every New Youth Pastor Must Read

By |2025-08-27T09:13:58-07:00September 18th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|2 Comments

Welcome to Nick Clason Theological Seminary—or as my new resident called it, NCTS.

I’m not actually starting a seminary, but if you’re brand new to youth ministry and wondering, “What books should I read?”

You’re in the right place.

Today I’m breaking down 5 must-read youth ministry books and 3 video courses that will give you a solid foundation for preaching, programming, and discipling students in today’s world.

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!

11 Sep 2025

How Our Youth Group Doubled in 3 Years

By |2025-08-17T05:13:13-07:00September 11th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|3 Comments

In this episode of the Hybrid Ministry Podcast, I share how our youth group doubled in just 3 years using simple hybrid ministry strategies that any youth pastor can apply.

You’ll learn practical tips for increasing youth group attendance, retaining volunteers, engaging parents, and building a student ministry that makes more and better disciples of Jesus.

Whether you’re leading a small church youth group or looking for big youth ministry ideas on a budget, these proven hybrid ministry strategies for youth pastors will help your ministry grow.

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!

4 Sep 2025

How to Build a Youth Social Media Team That You Don’t Have to Run

By |2025-08-14T11:09:26-07:00September 4th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|2 Comments

Struggling to keep up with your youth group’s social media?

In this episode, I’ll show you how to build a student-led social media team for your youth ministry—from recruiting Gen Z content creators to assigning creative roles like studio recruiter, sermon recap editors, and “man on the street” interviewers.

Plus, I’ll show you how my Fall Social Media Pack (available on Patreon) gives you 3 months of done-for-you content your students can run without you lifting a finger.

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!

28 Aug 2025

Fall Social Media Pack-Stop Guessing. Start Posting

By |2025-08-06T13:33:59-07:00August 28th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Struggling to keep up with youth ministry social media this fall?

In this episode of the Hybrid Ministry Show, Nick Clason unveils the Fall Social Media Pack—a done-for-you, but also fully customizable content calendar built to align with your

  • Fall kickoff event
  • Guest strategy
  • YouTube channel
  • and in-person ministry

saving you hours every week.

Learn how to post your way to better engagement on Instagram, TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts, while bridging the gap between digital discipleship and real-life impact in your church!

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!

21 Aug 2025

Event Evaluation that WORKS! How to Actually Improve Your Youth Ministry

By |2025-07-27T15:54:56-07:00August 21st, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|1 Comment

In this episode of the Hybrid Ministry Show, we’re unpacking a proven event evaluation strategy for youth ministry that will help you actually improve your events instead of just surviving them.

Learn how to run a productive post-event debrief using a 3-question framework that works for digital and in-person debrief meetings alike.

Plus, get access to a sample evaluation form, hear a big announcement, and upgrade your fall youth ministry strategy with intentional feedback tools.

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!

14 Aug 2025

10 Free Time Stations for Youth Ministry – Fun, Easy & FREE!

By |2025-07-27T15:30:43-07:00August 14th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|2 Comments

Looking for fun, easy, and totally free youth ministry ideas that actually engage students?

In this episode of The Hybrid Ministry Show, Nick Clason shares 10 high-energy, low-prep free time station ideas—from donut decorating to Mario Kart tournaments, 9 Square, Gaga Ball, social challenges, and more—all designed to boost student engagement and connection.

If you’re a youth pastor craving creative youth group games, fall event strategy, or hybrid ministry tips that work, this episode is packed with stealable ideas and a bonus resource you don’t want to miss!

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!

7 Aug 2025

How to Welcome New Students Without Overwhelming Them

By |2025-07-14T06:15:42-07:00August 7th, 2025|communication, Help Me With..., Hybrid Ministry, online youth group, Podcast, Technology, Youth Ministry Hacks, Youth Ministry Ideas|0 Comments

Welcoming new students to your youth ministry shouldn’t feel like a firehose of information—this episode unpacks how to create an intentional, low-pressure first-time guest follow-up system.

  • We’ll explore the psychology behind making guests feel valued
  • How to use a youth group welcome box
  • And why timing your church guest process matters.

Plus, get a walkthrough of our youth ministry calendar (Available for Download!), a peek at our welcome video strategy, and how to keep student connections alive on social media all fall 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!

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