Simply Youth Ministry Show (VIDEO)

Kurt and Jake sit down with with Scott Rubin, junior high pastor at Willow Creek, to discuss some of the basics of Junior High Ministry. See you next show! Here are a few links to look for from the show: Want to watch the show LIVE? You can!! Watch it LIVE here -– www.simplyyouthministry.tv - and jump in on the conversation. Looking for more information on the Simply Youth Ministry Conference in March? Check out our website here! Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

No, we didn’t have Tom Cruise on the show..(although that may have been pretty cool..) But we did complete our first dozen shows – and we are excited. On this week’s show, we had a REAL Doctor in. Dr. Tim Levert joined us (with a fancy backdrop and all) and shared his insights on having a ministry with a purpose. The biggest discussion revolved around this: Attraction vs. Missional. Do you do both, one or the other… how does that look. I can’t give you the answer here (you’ll have to watch the show..) .. but needless to say, there is some good tidbits in this show that you won’t want to miss. Lastly, but definitely not least – there is a contest in this show that you will not want to miss! See you next show! Here are a few links to look for from the show: Want to watch the show LIVE? You can!! Watch it LIVE here -– www.simplyyouthministry.tv - and jump in on the conversation. Looking for more information on the Simply Youth Ministry Conference in March? Check out our website here! Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

What does this show and “Encino Man” have in common? If you answered ‘Pauly Shore’ – you won! 20 years ago, Pauly Shore was at the height of his career. 20 years ago, Gary Garcia started youth ministry at his current church. Gary’s still there. Pauly – well.. he was sighted in Florida.. Gary spends time with the team, answering questions, sharing wisdom and helping veterans and rookies alike what it means to make “the Long Haul.” Here are a few links to look for from the show: “Hoops of Hope” was this week’s “Hood Ornament” for the show. Be sure to check out what they do and who they are here! Want to watch the show LIVE? You can!! Watch it LIVE here -– www.simplyyouthministry.tv - and jump in on the conversation. Looking for more information on the Simply Youth Ministry Conference in March? Check out our website here! Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

We made it! 10 shows in, and people are still watching! First of all.. thank you! Thank you to our fans, our family… those that are still watching. Secondly… keep sending in your questions! (You can send them to symshow@gmail.com) This show, we took questions “from the field”, the LIVE audience, as well as impromptu questions that just came up. Some of the interesting points of discussion were; - modesty and dress. Where do you draw the line? - Kurt shares his snoring habits - The “Desk Objects:” Send them in! Want to watch the show LIVE? You can!! Watch it LIVE here -– www.simplyyouthministry.tv - and jump in on the conversation. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

Whether you know what a “Capo” is or not, this show will be for you. As we invited Chris “Taffy” Tafalla and Jason Carson to the show, hilarity ensued. Chris and Jason shared with us some great nuggets of truth and, unknowingly, tied in last weeks show as they talked about “doing” worship on a shoestring budget. This show was phenomenal as well as they took many questions from the LIVE audience? Do you have a question that you’d like to ask? You can watch it LIVE here – www.simplyyouthministry.tv - or even email in your question. Send your questions to symshow@gmail.com Also, in this show, we heard “Kurt’s Country Song,” talked about cleavage (that might have been a first), and discussed ways to build your student ministry worship team. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

How do you do Youth Ministry on a tight budget? What happens when you can’t even afford a shoestring on a “shoestring budget?” These questions (and more) were talked about on this show. Kurt and Jake invited Lars Rood (check out his website here!) and discussed the topic of budgets, restrictions and sharing. One of the highlights of the SYM Show (which is why you should watch it LIVE) was the interaction between the LIVE audience and the host, Kurt and Jake. Through the magic of technology, you are able to send in your questions, straight to Kurt’s iPad. Simply, amazing. Some key quotes from today’s show (we can’t give them all, because we want you to watch the show..) • “Can I say ‘crap’ on the show? • “You’re a sushi gangster.” Both quotes led to some great conversation in our online chat room. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future. You won’t want to miss it!

While this may be a slightly biased opinion, the new SYM Show is getting better each week. This week, we invited Dr. Kara Powell, author of "Sticky Faith", to join the team. The advice given, the discussion that followed and the questions that were asked by the LIVE audience were incredible. In "The 8," Kara shares specific ways to better your youth ministry by ministering not only to the students, but also the family. As always, Jake and Kurt were a pleasure to watch and listen to. The honesty, transparency, and ability to help you feel 'a part of the team' is remarkable. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future.

On this show: Family Portraits (with white knee high socks), Ron Burgundy, and “is 5 the perfect number.” This week was a show full of laughs, distraction and interaction. We had a number of NEW viewers (welcome!) and got stuck on the topic of “cities with ‘THE’ in their name.” Our guest was Brian Berry today. He shared with us how to have a healthy balance of Family and Ministry. As the conversation went on, we soon discovered that this is a topic that we all struggle with; whether we’re married or single. Learning to create and keep that balance is crucial, and Brian Berry shared a lot of great points that we should all take to heart. One of the highlights of the SYM Show (which is why you should watch it LIVE) was the interaction between the LIVE audience and the host, Kurt and Jake. Through the magic of technology, you are able to send in your questions, straight to Kurt’s iPad. Simply, amazing. Some key quotes from today’s show (we can’t give them all, because we want you to watch the show..) •“[the bear] was bigger than Shaq..” •“Word of the day? Fulcrum.” •“How do I keep my marriage fresh? .. sushi.” These quotes led to some great conversation in our online chat room. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future.

What is Youth Ministry without threats of waking up beside a horses head. In this episode, Jake and Kurt bring in special guest, Greg Stier, from Dare 2 Share ministries, and talk about what it means to have the “Soul of A Leader.” One of the highlights of the SYM Show (which is why you should watch it LIVE) was the interaction between the LIVE audience and the host, Kurt and Jake. Through the magic of technology, you are able to send in your questions, straight to Kurt’s iPad. Simply, amazing. Some key quotes from today’s show (we can’t give them all, because we want you to watch the show..) •“If you’re a leader, and you’re not connect to the Leader of your soul, you’re a train wreck waiting to happen.” – Greg Stier •“If you don’t schedule time with God, I think you’re making a mistake…” – Greg Stier Both quotes led to some great conversation in our online chat room. Be sure to stay tuned to Kurt’s Twitter, Jake’s Twitter, and Simplyinsider’s Twitter to see when we’re filming LIVE in the future.

On today's show we look at how the mental development of teenagers effects our ministry. Mark Oestreicher joins the crew as we discuss details of what is happening in an adolescent brain and how this dictates what our ministry and teaching should look like. We apologize for some video issues on today's show, but the audio should be fine all the way through.

Welcome to the new Simply Youth Ministry Show. Hosts Kurt Johnston and Jake Rutenbar discuss communication with a panel of guests.

Welcome to the new Simply Youth Ministry Show. It's a fresh start and hosts Kurt Johnston and Jake Rutenbar explain the new format and who they are.

This is the first online Group Magazine Live event and the topic is Sexual Sin. Rick Lawrence, editor of Group Magazine, is joined by Craig Gross (XXXChurch.com), Jeff Wallace (Youth Worker), and Danette Matty (Youth Worker).

Big changes in store after this episode, there's talk of it being the last show, but never fear we'll be back later this summer.

Doug, Katie, and Josh all managed to make it to the show on time, however Matt couldn't make it. Did the show survive without him? Was his wisdom missed? You'll have to watch and decide for yourself.