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You ask the questions, and we help you find the answers. Youth Ministry Answers is hosted by Brooklyn Lindsey and Damean Easter from Stuff You Can Use! Every episode features a question about youth ministry submitted by ministry leaders, youth pastors, and volunteers! Got a question about leading your youth ministry or training volunteers? Visit yma.show to send it in — your question might be featured in an upcoming episode!

11. Aug.

023: Behind the Scenes of Grow Students Curriculum

Behind every series we create at Grow are months of planning, collaboration, biblical study, creative decisions, and lots and lots of revisions. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, we’re answering a question we get all the time about how we create all of the curriculum and resources at Grow. So we asked Elle Campbell and Danny Sugimoto to join Brooklyn and Damean to pull back the curtain on the collaborative process, biblical strategy, and creative decisions behind everything we include inside Grow Students Curriculum. QUESTION:“How do you create all of the curriculum and resources at Grow?” ANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how we... Collaborate with real ministry leaders, writers, editors, designers, and creators throughout every step of the processBuild a two-year scope and sequence around the subjects teenagers need help navigatingStart with Scripture before developing themes, activities, and resourcesCreate memorable themes and clear weekly Big Ideas that help biblical truths connect with teenagers and stick long after church is over Ask a Question:Have a youth ministry question you want us to talk about? Send it in at YMA.show and your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for practical ideas, leadership tools, and conversations you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show. Resources: Grow Curriculum
28. Juli

022: Where to Get New Ideas Each Week

Coming up with fresh ideas week after week can be exhausting. Between planning programs, games, events, messages, and everything else on your calendar, it’s easy to feel like you've run out of creativity. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, Janette has a question about how to keep coming up with fresh ideas for youth ministry every week. So we asked Caleb Jordan to join Brooklyn and Damean to share practical strategies for cultivating creativity, finding inspiration, and consistently creating memorable experiences without burning yourself out. QUESTION:“How do I come up with things to do every week?” — Janette Corum ANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to... Plan ahead to create more margin for creativity instead of constantly planning week to weekCollaborate with others, borrow great ideas, and stay curious about the world outside of ministryBuild a system for collecting ideas and learn to use feedback to make those ideas even betterCreate meaningful and memorable experiences by building consistencyAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at yma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show. Resources Mentioned: Grow CurriculumGrow Planning View
14. Juli

021: A More Strategic Parent Ministry

Ministry to teenagers will always, necessarily involve ministry to parents. But building a healthy parent ministry strategy can feel overwhelming when you're not sure where to start. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, Bri has a question about how to develop a parent ministry strategy that actually works. So we asked Elle Campbell to join Brooklyn and Damean to share practical ways to earn parents' trust, build meaningful partnerships with families, and create a strategy that helps parents feel supported all year long. QUESTION:"How do we develop a parent ministry strategy that works?" — Bri Law ANSWER:In this episode, we'll talk about how to... Earn parents' trust by consistently communicating, listening well, and following through on your plansCreate meaningful opportunities for parents to build memories with their teenagers and connect with your ministryBuild face-to-face relationships through meetings, discussion groups, and intentional one-on-one conversationsKeep parents equipped, informed, and encouraged with consistent communication, practical resources, and regular celebrationAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at yma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show. Resources Mentioned: Annual Planning Meeting to see how this all looks on a calendarGrow Strategy to plan your yearAll parent resources/Family Bundle
30. Juni

020: Prepping Students for College

Graduation is one of the biggest transitions a student will ever experience. As they leave the familiarity of youth ministry and step into college, they're navigating new freedoms, new friendships, new challenges, and new questions about their faith. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, producer Caitlyn asks a question we often see in the Facebook group about how to prepare students well for the transition to college. So we asked Danny Sugimoto to join Brooklyn and Damean to share practical ways to help graduating seniors build lasting faith, navigate the transition to adulthood, and stay connected to Jesus long after they leave youth ministry. QUESTION:"How do I prep my students for college well?" ANSWER:In this episode, we'll talk about how to... Prepare students before graduation by helping them experience the larger church, serve consistently, and view graduation as a healthy next stepEquip graduates during the summer with practical life skills, meaningful celebrations, and intentional transition momentsHelp students take ownership of their faith by connecting them with a church community before they leave and encouraging healthy independenceStay connected in ways that communicate love and support without preventing students from fully embracing their next season Ask a Question:Have a youth ministry question you want us to talk about? Send it in at YMA.show and your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for practical ideas, leadership tools, and conversations you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.
16. Juni

019: How to Plan a Terrible Mission Trip

Mission trips have the potential to shape students for a lifetime—but without thoughtful preparation, they can unintentionally do more harm than good. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, Brooklyn and Damean tackle a question about how to plan a mission trip that truly serves people well while avoiding some of the most common mistakes leaders make. Through the lens of "how to plan a terrible mission trip," they share practical, thoughtful strategies for preparing students, partnering with local communities, and creating experiences that have a lasting impact. QUESTION:"How do I actually plan a mission trip that serves people well—and what are some mistakes I should avoid going in?" ANSWER:In this episode, we'll talk about how to... Prepare students spiritually, emotionally, and culturally long before the trip beginsPartner with local leaders by serving their long-term mission instead of creating your own agendaBuild healthy rhythms that balance meaningful service with rest, fun, reflection, and appreciationHelp the trip create a lasting impact through responsible storytelling, thoughtful debriefing, and ongoing discipleship after everyone returns homeAsk a Question:Have a youth ministry question you want us to talk about? Send it in at YMA.show and your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show. Resources Mentioned: Mission Experience
2. Juni

018: Student-Led Worship Teams

Leading a student-led worship team can feel risky—you want meaningful moments, but you also worry about mistakes, awkward transitions, or things not going as planned. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, Keisha has a question about how to lead student-led worship teams. So we asked Jason Sivewright, from Kids Ministry Answers, to join Brooklyn and Damean to share practical strategies for building worship teams that prioritize discipleship, leadership development, and spiritual growth over performance. QUESTION:How do I navigate leading student-led worship teams? — Keisha ANSWER: In this episode, we’ll talk about how to... Reframe your goal from building a great band to forming students who know how to worshipInvite students earlier than you think and look for character and potential, not just talentEquip students through modeling, shared leadership, and meaningful discipleship in rehearsalsEmpower and encourage students by giving them real responsibility and creating space to grow, even when it’s not perfectAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at yma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.
19. Mai

017: Church After Graduation

Graduation season can stir up every possible emotion. You’re proud of your seniors, but you may also be wondering if the faith they built throughout their time in youth ministry will stick as they move on. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, we got a question about how to prepare graduating seniors for a faith that lasts beyond their high school years. So Brooklyn and Damean share practical strategies for helping students take ownership of their faith, build meaningful relationships, and stay connected to Jesus after graduation. QUESTION: How can we help our seniors stay connected to their faith and the Church after they graduate? ANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to... Shift your goals from participation to ownershipBuild intergenerational connections so students have meaningful relationships outside of youth ministryNormalize the transition after graduation and prepare students for what faith may look like in the next seasonStay in touch through intentional check-ins that remind students they’re still known, loved, and supportedAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at yma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.
5. Mai

016: How to Leave Your Ministry Well (Crossover)

Leaving a ministry role can feel overwhelming—full of mixed emotions, hard conversations, and uncertainty about what comes next. In this episode of Youth Ministry Answers, we’re tackling a big question about how to leave your ministry well when it’s time to move on. So we asked Dr. Yulee Lee to join the show to share practical wisdom for navigating transitions with honesty, emotional health, and integrity. QUESTION:How do I leave my ministry well when it’s time to move on? ANSWER: In this episode, we’ll talk about how to... Lower the emotional stakes by recognizing that leaving is a normal and healthy part of ministry seasonsReframe your anger so it leads to clarity, advocacy, and growth instead of bitternessBe honest about your reasons for leaving in a way that builds trust and maintains integritySet clear boundaries during your transition to protect your time, relationships, and futureAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at yma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode! Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Youth Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for youth ministry ideas, small group strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show. Resources Mentioned: Leadership LabsGrow Students - Justified

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You ask the questions, and we help you find the answers. Youth Ministry Answers is hosted by Brooklyn Lindsey and Damean Easter from Stuff You Can Use! Every episode features a question about youth ministry submitted by ministry leaders, youth pastors, and volunteers! Got a question about leading your youth ministry or training volunteers? Visit yma.show to send it in — your question might be featured in an upcoming episode!

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