Simply Youth Ministry Show (VIDEO)

The Brownout Episode. We are sorry but the lights kept flashing on us, very strange. But do not fear, the show must go on...and on it did. Doug, Matt, Josh and Jana cover so much, including where Matt shops for clothes. They follow-up their mentoring discussion, relaxing, more discussion on ministry organization, Doug's new book, Congratulations, You're Gifted, when an event sells out, volunteer feedback and evaluation, and how to say "no".

Doug, Josh and Jana are ready to go, where's Matt? No one really knows, but he show's up before it's all over. Topics of conversation are: Josh likes free t-shirts, American Idol sings Shout to the Lord, Resource gathering, asking for a raise, discipline, photos on youth group websites, job boards, criticism, and the transition from Jr to Sr High.

Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jane...I mean Jana, have once again come together to discuss this thing call Youth Ministry. Not only do they talk about Doug trimming his eyebrows, but field questions about finding the right people to hire, transitioning, tracking attendance, twitter, scholarships for events, and contacting volunteers.

This week the Doug Fields and the crew talk about finding volunteers to find specific roles, what programs do you run, student leaders, keeping track of teaching ideas, and salaries.

The web 1.5 show. Doug and the gang discuss submitting to leadership when you disagree, expectations of non-church kids in your group, what to do when students have crushes on staff members, and divorce in ministry.

Six minutes of banter, and then the show. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana are focused and on task, well mostly, as they talk about: eating for the cycle, Matt should adopt a highway, how to remove a volunteer, college ministry, low budget personal retreats, and so much more.

Back in the studio, Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana waste no time diving into the topics. They discuss cost of events, using tables in your large group meetings, how Doug deals with paparazzi, using videos in your ministry, PDYM regional events, "Getting Things Done," and some new features of the show you won't want to miss.

It's finally here. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana have all descended upon Cincinnati, OH for the National Youth Ministry Conference. Join the crew and their first ever live audience as they discuss special needs students, visitor follow-up, and great and not so great moments of ministry together. Thanks to everyone who came out to be a part of it.

It's valentine's day and Cathy Fields sits in with Doug, Matt, and Josh to add a female perspective. In addition to making sure Andy realizes how often he is mistaken, the group discusses being a team player in your church, flow of the youth service, separating out students from the main worship service, Matt's theft of Doug's Chick-fil-A gift card, campus ministry, and how to tackle time in the office.

"Remember when you used to a do a podcast? That was fun." Well we remember, and we're back. Everyone is at the table this week for the return of the show. You'll want to hear the witty banter about World of War Craft and video games in a youth ministry setting, Speaking to Teenagers, Student leadership, babysitting, and a roundup of upcoming events.

The crew is back, as sarcastic as ever. Topics include: Is this show hazardous to your health?, Transitioning out of a ministry, upcoming PDYM regional events, and the upcoming Live podcast.

Doug, Josh, Matt, and Jana are back this week. They share their true feelings for Andy, life with senior pastors, expectations on your time as a youth worker, and much more.

A little Christmas greeting from everyone here at the Simply Youth Ministry podcast. Merry Christmas!

Welcome to the Oddcast. It's Christmas time and everyone is a bit loopey. Combine it with Twinkies and it's a show like no other. Really you may not want to watch. Please don't think we're joking, you really may not want to watch...you've been warned.

The award winning Podcast in back for 2008. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana return to the booth and talk about struggling with contentment in your ministry, mountain top experiences, dealing with death, and ministry in a large church. Andy also finally makes it in front of the camera instead of hiding in the corner.