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The FYI on Youth Ministry Podcast

Where we bring together groundbreaking research, practical advice from ministry experts, and heartfelt stories from diverse church leaders and young people to give you ideas and inspiration for your youth ministry.

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The FYI on Youth Ministry Podcast

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Episode 6 / Oct 26, 2021

Kristen Ivy: Honoring students’ unique identity, belonging and purpose journey

Middle school and high school students experience and process identity, belonging, and purpose in distinct ways. Kristen Ivy shares insights from...

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Episode 5 / Oct 13, 2021

FYI Research Panel: What we learned from interviews with Gen Z

Three researchers from our Living a Better Story project, Jennifer Guerra Aldana, Jane Hong-Guzman De Leon, and Andy Jung share what they learned...

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Episode 4 / Sep 29, 2021

Almeda M. Wright: Purpose is an ongoing journey we commit to

Thinking about purpose may bring anxiety for some of your students—maybe because culture often focuses on purpose as a destination or vocation. But...

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Episode 3 / Sep 15, 2021

Montague Williams: Belonging Stories and Practices

Showing your students that they belong may bring some awkward moments, but it can become something deeply meaningful and fun! This practical...

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Episode 2 / Sep 1, 2021

Kat Armas: Identity, it’s complex...and beautiful.

Your students’ realities and histories influence their identity. In this conversation Kat Armas talks with our hosts, Jennifer Guerra Aldana and...

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Episode 1 / Aug 19, 2021

Identity, Belonging and Purpose with Kara Powell & Brad Griffin

This season we’re talking about teens’ questions of identity, belonging, and purpose. Hosts Jennifer Guerra Aldana and Giovanny Panginda talk with...

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Episode 6 / Mar 25, 2021

Mark Oestreicher: Innovation in times of disruption

Disruption in youth ministry may take the form of job changes, tragedies in a congregation or community, or as we’ve all learned, even a pandemic....

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Episode 5 / Mar 4, 2021

Jake Mulder: When people don't like your [obviously great] new idea

When youth leaders courageously share a new idea, it can be disheartening to be met with resistance or indifference. Jake Mulder shares perspective...

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Episode 4 / Feb 25, 2021

Teesha Hadra: Church traditions & innovation

Church traditions can be a foundation for great innovation. Rev. Teesha Hadra shares stories about how she learned to see tradition as an...

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Episode 3 / Feb 18, 2021

Abigail Visco Rusert: Innovation that sparks faith in teenagers

Abigail Visco Rusert shares the surprising connection between joy and innovation, and explores the ways failure can help move us forward. Hosted by...

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Episode 2 / Feb 11, 2021

Yulee Lee: Teamwork and the innovation process

Collaboration can bring creativity and diverse perspectives, but it can also be a bit of a challenge. Dr. Yulee Lee explains why and shares 4...

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Episode 1 / Feb 3, 2021

Kara Powell: Listening can fuel Sticky Faith creativity

This season explores innovation: what it is, how to do it, and why it’s vital for your youth ministry. Hosts Dr. Steve Argue and Giovanny Panginda...

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Episode 13 / Nov 5, 2020

Jennifer Guerra Aldana: Multicultural youth ministry values

Hosts Roslyn Hernández and Aaron Yenney continue the conversation with Jennifer Guerra Aldana about multicultural youth ministry. Jenn reflects on...

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Episode 12 / Oct 28, 2020

Jennifer Guerra Aldana: leading a diverse generation

In this episode hosts Roslyn Hernández and Aaron Yenney talk with Jennifer Guerra-Aldana, Manager of Multicultural Initiatives at the Fuller Youth...

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Episode 11 / Oct 22, 2020

Chuck Hunt: Gathering volunteers who reflect God's kingdom

Hosts Ahren Samuel and Kat Armas talk with Chuck Hunt, Pastor of Family Ministries. Chuck shares practical ideas for connecting with adults within...

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Episode 10 / Oct 15, 2020

Steve Argue: Investing in young adult leaders

Hosts Jennifer Guerra-Aldana and Aaron Yenney talk with Dr. Steve Argue about investing in young adults for the kingdom. This episode is packed...

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Episode 9 / Oct 7, 2020

Scott Cormode: Communicating with senior leaders

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Jane Hong-Guzman de Leon talk with Dr. Scott Cormode about how to listen well and be the bridge to help church leaders...

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Episode 8 / Sep 30, 2020

Matthew Deprez: Intergenerational Ministry

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Roslyn Hernández talk with Adult Ministries + Teaching Pastor Matthew Deprez about intergenerational ministry. Through...

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Episode 7 / Sep 23, 2020

Kara Powell: Partnering with parents

Hosts Jennifer Guerra-Aldana and Aaron Yenney talk with Dr. Kara Powell about partnering with parents in your youth ministry. Kara shares lots of...

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Episode 6 / Sep 16, 2020

Scott Cormode: Leadership and innovation in ministry

Hosts Giovanny Panginda and Jane Hong-Guzman de Leon talk with Dr. Scott Cormode about Christian leadership, the power of listening, and how we can...

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Episode 5 / Sep 9, 2020

Chuck Hunt: Equipping volunteers to disciple

Hosts Kat Armas and Ahren Samuel from FYI talk with Chuck Hunt, Pastor of Family Ministries. Chuck talks about caring for volunteers, empowering...

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Episode 4 / Sep 2, 2020

Aaron Rosales: Teens, social distancing, and mental health, part 2

In the second part of our interview with Aaron Rosales, hosts Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda continue the conversation on the impact of...

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Episode 3 / Aug 26, 2020

Aaron Rosales: Teens, social distancing, and mental health

Hosts Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda talk with Aaron Rosales about why social distancing presents special challenges for teenagers. Human...

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Episode 2 / Aug 20, 2020

Brad Griffin: Empowering students as leaders

Hosts Ahren Samuel and Giovanny Panginda talk with Brad Griffin about engaging students in meaningful ways through keychain leadership. Brad talks...

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Episode 1 / Aug 12, 2020

Kara Powell: Ideas for a sustainable youth ministry

In this episode, hosts Roslyn Hernández and Giovanny Panginda talk with Dr. Kara Powell about self-care practices for youth leaders. Kara opens up...

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