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11 Sep 2023

Winning Youth Ministry: Training Volunteers

By |2023-09-11T14:32:47-07:00September 11th, 2023|Youth Ministry Hacks|3 Comments

Volunteers are the unsung heroes who invest their time and hearts into shaping the spiritual growth of the next generation. In the world of youth ministry, nothing is as crucial as ensuring your volunteers are well-trained and fully equipped for the incredible task they’ve taken on. Let’s dive into the significance of training volunteers, how it benefits them, strengthens your ministry, and impacts your church.

Empowering Your Volunteers

Let’s start with the heart of it all: your volunteers. These are the individuals who selflessly give their time and passion to nurture the faith of the youth in your church. So, why is training them so important?

Through training, your volunteers acquire the necessary skills to engage with and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. This includes honing their communication skills, mastering conflict resolution, and becoming experts in lesson planning. Training often includes personal spiritual development, which allows your volunteers to deepen their own faith as they guide others on their spiritual journeys. When volunteers receive thorough training, they gain the confidence they need to tackle the challenges that come their way. A confident volunteer is an enthusiastic and dedicated one.

Strengthening Your Ministry

Having a standardized training program ensures that all your volunteers are on the same page, delivering a consistent message and experience to the youth in your ministry. Proper training encourages your volunteers to bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to your ministry, fostering creativity and adaptability. Volunteers who know their roles and responsibilities well are more efficient in planning and executing activities, ultimately lightening the load on youth pastors.

Impacting Your Church

The positive effects of volunteer training don’t stop at your youth ministry’s doorstep—they have a wider impact on your church community. A vibrant and well-organized youth ministry can attract more families to your church, contributing to overall church growth. Volunteers who feel valued, equipped, and confident are more likely to stay committed to your church for the long term. A thriving youth ministry has the potential to engage the broader community and draw new members to your church family.

Hey! This is a great time to talk about training your volunteers!

Sign up for National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training. This event is about to become your secret weapon for supercharging your volunteer training efforts and setting your youth ministry up for unprecedented success.

  • Date: September 23, 2023
  • Cost: Just $199 for your entire volunteer team
  • Location: Take your pick between hosting it at your church or attending one of our 300+ locations

Here’s the best part: the cost is per group, not per person. This means you can bring as many youth ministry volunteers as you can gather, making it the best deal in youth ministry.

On this special day, your volunteers will receive youth ministry-specific training from renowned speakers like Christine Caine, Albert Tate, Doug Fields, and more. It’s going to be a fun, helpful, and momentum-building experience that will leave your volunteers inspired and ready to make a profound impact on the lives of the youth in your community.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in your volunteers and, in turn, elevate your youth ministry and church. Mark your calendar for September 23, 2023, and get ready to equip your team for an amazing ministry year.

In conclusion, remember that your volunteers are the backbone of your youth ministry. By giving them the tools they need to succeed, you’re not only investing in their personal growth but also in the future of your ministry and church. So, gear up for the National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training, and watch your volunteers soar to new heights.

Need something to start training your volunteers right now? Check these awesome resources out from DYM!

30 Jul 2019

More Than Dodgeball Ep. 11 | The GIVEAWAY Episode

By |2019-07-30T13:16:54-07:00July 30th, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

 

More Than Dodgeball is the show for youth workers by youth workers. What would happen if two youth pastors with decades of experience created a show with segments that could be stolen for your youth ministry? Find out in this episode of More Than Dodgeball. ==============================================

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11 Jul 2019

More Than Dodgeball Ep. 10 | Youth Min Shopping Carts, Shelf Showdown, Top 5 – Money Ideas

By |2019-07-10T16:41:21-07:00July 11th, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

More Than Dodgeball is the show for youth workers by youth workers. What would happen if two youth pastors with decades of experience created a show with segments that could be stolen for your youth ministry? Find out in this episode of More Than Dodgeball.

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Don’t forget to hit the bell icon so you’re the first to find out when we add a new episode!

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Connect with Doug: https://twitter.com/DougFields
Connect with Josh: https://twitter.com/joshuagriffin

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DYM
29883 Santa Margarita Pkwy
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10 Jul 2019

More Than Dodgeball Ep. 9 | Slangz, Uber Smart, Top 5 – Asking Great Questions

By |2019-07-10T16:42:00-07:00July 10th, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

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Connect with Doug: https://twitter.com/DougFields
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7 Jun 2019

The DYM Show | Special guest Katie Edwards talks burnout, engaging students, and change

By |2019-06-07T23:06:58-07:00June 7th, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

Josh Griffin, Doug Fields, and Katie Edwards talk about burnout looks like and how to catch it before it’s too late. Questions are answered about engaging distracted boys in youth ministry and implementing change without stirring the pot.

Send in your questions to [email protected]

Questions:
4:39 What is burnout?
14:51 What are your ideas about engaging boys specifically as their attention spans are decreasing?
29:09 What are some ways to implement change in youth ministry without stirring the pot?

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22 Mar 2019

The DYM Show | Questions About Senior Pastors

By |2019-03-22T21:55:04-07:00March 22nd, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

The DYM Show | Questions About Senior Pastors

Josh Griffin, Doug Fields, and Katie Edwards talk about why Katie never wants to be a senior pastor, how to start off on the right foot with a new senior pastor and more. Doug, Katie, and Josh answer questions from youth pastors from around the world.

Questions:
09:18 Is it more common than not when a new senior pastor comes up youth pastors need to brace themselves?
10:49 What do you think senior leaders are looking for in a youth pastor?
22:52 How do you support your senior pastor?

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12 Feb 2019

The DYM Show | McGill’s New Job, Encouraging Parents & Volunteers, Building Momentum

By |2019-02-12T23:12:07-08:00February 12th, 2019|Podcast|0 Comments

The DYM Show | McGill’s New Job, Encouraging Parents & Volunteers, Building Momentum

Josh Griffin, Doug Fields, Matt McGill and Katie Edwards talk about ideas on how to engage and encourage parents and volunteers. An interim youth pastor asks about building excitement until the long-term pastor gets hired.

Send in your questions to [email protected]

Questions:
07:27 Do you all have any ideas for topics of short videos I can film to encourage their hearts [volunteers & parents]
14:17 How can I build excitement in the waiting [for a new youth pastor while an interim is in place], how can I create momentum when it died years ago.
20:20 What are some creative ways to set boundaries and expectations for when we gather (our group is middle school heavy so we are lacking some of those older high school “culture-setters”)?

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18 Jul 2018

Download Youth Ministry Podcast: Episode 336

By |2018-07-18T00:40:56-07:00July 18th, 2018|Podcast|0 Comments

/ Ep 336: This is a different podcast…what has happened?! //
• McGill is back! And is doing some Youth Ministry Coaching: leadingyouthministry.com
• Fash.com is looking for Wedding Officiants (Side-hustle!)
• What to remember when working with parents
• Gathering feedback from your students
• Steps (not programs) for High School students
• PDYM: Coming This Fall!

29 Jan 2018

Introducing … the Download Youth Ministry Podcast Network!

By |2018-01-29T22:39:13-08:00January 29th, 2018|Podcast|2 Comments

We’re thrilled to announce the creation of the DYM Podcast Network! We’re starting out with 6 shows about many corners of youth ministry, with many more on the way!

The Download Youth Ministry Podcast is our flagship show hosted by Doug Fields, Josh Griffin, Katie Edwards and Jason Carson. The longest-running show in youth ministry, with over 325 episodes for you to endure … er, enjoy. One hour, your questions, our thoughts. Just enough youth ministry so you don’t feel guilty for listening.

Youth Ministry Hacks – A 20-episode show with tips and tricks to help you do youth ministry better. Hosted by Justin Knowles and Matt Ferrer.

Mentor Me – Josh Griffin and Doug Fields interview the leading voices in youth ministry. Show every 2 weeks!

My Third Decade – Derry Prenkert starts his third decade in youth ministry and shares his stories, wisdom and insight twice a month.

15 Minutes with Frank – Frank Gil hosts a fifteen minute podcast about youth ministry, what he did last night, what he’s into and what is working and not working. Lots to love, with 50 shows to catch up on in his archive as well!

What It Is, What It Means – a podcast from Jeff and Shara BAuchman about youth ministry and pop culture. What it is, and what it means to your youth ministry.

We’ve got more shows on the way (and many other requests, too!) including junior high ministry, women in ministry, ministry spouses, married to youth ministry and so much more! If you’re interested in joining the podcast family, please send us a link to your show today!

JG

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