Summary: If you think the past 21 years of Student Ministry at the same church have been filled with only Skittles, rainbows and ponies, be prepared for disappointment. The reality is ministry can get tough, tricky and lonely. We may want to quit or give up. I have <br><br>Referenced in the Show:<br>- Thanks to our sponsor Give Central: <a href="http://givecentral.org" rel="noopener">http://givecentral.org</a> <br>- Podcast Network Site: <a href="http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com" rel="noopener">http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com</a> <br>- What Happened/What's Next Missions Trip Debrief Resource: <a href="https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next" rel="noopener">https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next</a> <br><br><br>Recommendations:<br>The Disney Dish With Jim Hill: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disney-dish-with-jim-hill/id452620851?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disney-dish-with-jim-hill/id452620851?mt=2</a> <br>ESPN's 30 for 30: <a href="https://30for30podcasts.com/" rel="noopener">https://30for30podcasts.com/</a> <br>Reply All: <a href="https://www.gimletmedia.com/reply-all/" rel="noopener">https://www.gimletmedia.com/reply-all/</a> (start with the Episode "Long Distance")<br>Disclaimer: These three podcasts are not faith-based. The language may get salty at times and there are beliefs/opinions shared that don't always reflect my personal faith/opinions. <br><br>The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):<br>Facebook Page: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade" rel="noopener">http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade</a><br>Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert<br>Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: <a href="https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28" rel="noopener">https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28</a> <br>Email: <a href="mailto:derry@mythirddecade.com">derry@mythirddecade.com</a>
