Youth Ministry Hacks

About Youth Ministry Hacks

Justin Knowles and Sean Lord (2 great friends and veterans in Youth Ministry) have open conversations with each other and great guests about real life hacks in youth ministry. They will talk about things they are doing in youth ministry, what is working, what is not, and have some friends join the conversation along the way. The goal is to share real life, helpful, time saving and efficient hacks to help you do ministry better.

Publisher

DYM Podcast Network

Category

religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

2 Jul 2017

Latest episode

15 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

137 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2025

   Episode 130: The Future Of Youth Ministry with Dr. Terry Parkman

   In this episode we link back up with Dr. Terry Parkman talking about his new book called Future Church: How Disruption, Innovation, and a New Generation Are Reshaping the Church. We live in an age defined by disruption―artificial intelligence, digital tribalism, decentralization. In our posttruth culture too many leaders cling to outdated models, unsure how to engage a world that has already moved on. Is this the end―or the beginning of something new?Terry Parkman, DMin, recognizes the opportunity within the chaos. With today’s cultural, technological, and spiritual paradigms shifting faster than ever, this moment demands more than a few tweaks. It demands transformation. In Future Church, Terry boldly calls leaders to rethink how the Church engages the next generations without diluting the Gospel. With clarity and conviction, he unpacks how leaders can ride the waves of disruption rather than drown beneath them.This is a field guide for those ready to: Understand why the old maps don’t work in a posttruth, postinstitutional world. Reframe discipleship for the Adaptive Age without compromising orthodoxy. Embrace decentralization as a model, not the enemy. Recognize and activate the missional power of Generations Z, Alpha, and Beta. Build flexible, Spirit-led systems that thrive in cultural upheaval. Leverage disruption to serve, not silence, the Gospel. This isn’t deconstruction. It’s a blueprint for what comes next. The message hasn’t changed, but everything else must.THE FUTURE ISN’T SOMETHING WE NEED TO FEAR. IT’S SOMETHING WE’RE CALLED TO LEAD.🔗 Links Mentioned: Coaching, community, and connection: youngpastorsnetwork.com (https://www.youngpastorsnetwork.com) Work with Justin 1-on-1: youngpastorsnetwork.com Explore open youth ministry jobs at Flatirons Church: (https://www.flatironschurch.com/jobs/)flatironschurch.com/jobs (http://flatironschurch.com/jobs) Future Church Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FG77J2VV/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_6P7RH3P5XS63HNVVP4XK?linkCode=ml1&tag=terryparkman-20&linkId=15a224ce4ccc44d8bf672f859ce0dc62&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOVY3aWh6NHJPcHdjVHVpYwEeUyejoJcPBWrWTW9J94z1dhNYTVsZXSIMLYmI7OWz5hf99n8hvUGzDPbRg-E_aem_sydrmsl7I3c2Y5st6W2uDg (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FG77J2VV/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_6P7RH3P5XS63HNVVP4XK?linkCode=ml1&tag=terryparkman-20&linkId=15a224ce4ccc44d8bf672f859ce0dc62&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOVY3aWh6NHJPcHdjVHVpYwEeUyejoJcPBWrWTW9J94z1dhNYTVsZXSIMLYmI7OWz5hf99n8hvUGzDPbRg-E_aem_sydrmsl7I3c2Y5st6W2uDg) Connect with Terry: https://www.terryparkman.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOVY3aWh6NHJPcHdjVHVpYwEetoElLL6QTJ5eEFNGV1KSw8TQQtaz-f7lv7c5kv5m2vtluciwamcINhvNv3k_aem_VfTCOEND0fDqNnssWGHTzQ (https://www.terryparkman.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOVY3aWh6NHJPcHdjVHVpYwEetoElLL6QTJ5eEFNGV1KSw8TQQtaz-f7lv7c5kv5m2vtluciwamcINhvNv3k_aem_VfTCOEND0fDqNnssWGHTzQ)

2. 

   29 Sept 2025

   Episode 129: Equipping Volunteers & Student Leaders w/ Jake Hancock

   In this episode, Justin and Sean sit down with Jake Hancock, Director of Students at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Arizona.Not only is CCV one of the largest churches in the U.S., but they also have a thriving student ministry making a massive impact.Jake shares how to cast clear vision, set strong expectations for leaders, and build a healthy student serve culture—from strategy to execution. This conversation is jam-packed with practical gold you can take straight back to your ministry. 🔗 Links Mentioned: Coaching, community, and connection: youngpastorsnetwork.com (https://www.youngpastorsnetwork.com) Work with Justin 1-on-1: youngpastorsnetwork.com Explore open youth ministry jobs at Flatirons Church: (https://www.flatironschurch.com/jobs/)flatironschurch.com/jobs (http://flatironschurch.com/jobs) Hit up Jake on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakeahancock?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MXFsMG9lZ3NmMHc4dw== (https://www.instagram.com/jakeahancock?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MXFsMG9lZ3NmMHc4dw==)

3. 

   15 Sept 2025

   Episode 128: Unapologetic Spiritual Formation in Youth Ministry w/ Anthony Lucarini

   In this episode, Sean and Justin sit down with Anthony Lucarini—Next Gen Pastor at Low Country Community Church in South Carolina—to talk about a major shift we’ve been noticing in Gen Z.The hype-driven, attractional model isn’t connecting like it used to. Instead, students today are hungry for something real—unapologetically spiritual environments where they can encounter Jesus, hear truth, and grow deeper in their faith. And surprisingly, even students who don’t go to church seem more curious than ever.We talk through how youth pastors can rethink programming, messages, and culture to reflect this shift—and how to lead ministries that don’t just entertain students but equip them spiritually.It’s a rich and practical convo. We can’t wait for you to hear. Make sure to follow Anthony on IG:https://www.instagram.com/anthonylucarini/  (https://www.instagram.com/anthonylucarini/)

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.3 / 5

260 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

50 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 55 / 100

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Quality

72

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

94

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