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Co-hosts Josiah Kennealy and Micah Kennealy interview Generational Researchers like David Kinnaman and Dr. George Barna, Theologians like Dr. Allen Tennison and Joel Muddamale, Pastors like Dallas Viva, Nate Ruch, and Rob Ketterling, Thought Leaders like Rachel Cruze, Susie Larson and experts on reaching young adults in our world, today!

  1. 3d ago

    Lonely in a Crowded World: Young Adults, Mental Health, and the Loss of Third Spaces (feat. Christian Counselor Mike Kerstetter)

    Intimacy vs. Isolation: Young Adults, Loneliness, and Real Community (with Christian Counselor Mike Kerstetter) Why are so many young adults feeling lonely, anxious, and burned out in the most “connected” generation ever? In this episode of the Young Adults Today Podcast, Josiah sits down with Christian counselor Mike Kerstetter to talk about the friendship crisis, the loss of third spaces, and the mental health warning lights that leaders and young adults can’t afford to ignore. They unpack how intimacy vs. isolation shapes young adulthood, why AI can’t replace real relationships, how pastors and leaders can spot burnout before the “engine blows,” and why slowing down might be the most spiritual thing you do this year. This conversation is packed with language you can use with your team, your church, and your small group. More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    Lonely in a Crowded World: Young Adults, Mental Health, and the Loss of Third Spaces (feat. Christian Counselor Mike Kerstetter)

  2. Jul 13

    Side Hustles for Pastors: Closing the Financial Gap in 2026 with Tory Farina of RevFresh

    In this episode of youngadults.today, Josiah and Micah sit down with Pastor Tori Farina, founder of Rev Fresh and creator of the new RevStream cohort, to talk about the real financial pressure pastors are facing in 2026—and how ethical, well-designed side hustles can help close the gap without compromising the call. Tori shares the powerful story behind Rev Fresh (think: Make-A-Wish for pastors), how a three–week stay in a $4M beachfront home changed his family’s life, and why he now spends his energy refreshing ministry leaders with sabbaticals, medical crisis support, and financial help. You’ll hear honest conversation about pastor compensation, side hustles, conflict of interest, family rhythms, and calling—plus practical side hustle ideas and a sneak peek into the RevStream beta cohort that will help pastors earn about $866/month in roughly 10 hours a week. If you’re a pastor, young adult in ministry, or someone who wants to bless spiritual leaders, this conversation will stretch your thinking and give you concrete next steps. Visit https://www.revfresh.org/revstream  More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    Side Hustles for Pastors: Closing the Financial Gap in 2026 with Tory Farina of RevFresh

  3. Jul 6 ·  Video

    7 Trends Reshaping Young Adult Ministry in 2026

    Young adults aren’t bored with the Bible… they’re bored with shallow expressions of it. In this episode of the Young Adults Today podcast, Josiah and Micah unpack the 7 biggest trends shaping young adult ministry in 2026– and what they mean for your church, campus, and calling. 🔍 In this episode, we cover: Why community is eclipsing content for Gen Z & young adults Why young adults are hungry for depth, not hype How young adult ministry is growing but fragile (only 5% are established) Why young adult leaders need more support than most churches realize The rising desire for intergenerational mentoring & discipleship How ministry is shifting from programmatic to deeply relational Why churches are reawakening to the strategic importance of young adult ministry 📥 Download the full report – The State of Young Adult Ministry (2026) Get the complete findings, stats, and insights from our nationwide study of young adult pastors and leaders: 👉 [https://www.youngadults.today/book/state-of-young-adult-ministry-2026] More about us: www.youngadults.today Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

  4. Jun 29

    Appetite + Aptitude: The Secret Power of Young Adult Ministry with Kylen Perry from The Porch

    Is your young adult ministry built on personality—or on the person of Jesus? In this masterclass conversation, Kylan Perry from The Porch at Watermark Church (Dallas, TX) joins Josiah & Micah to unpack what makes young adult ministry uniquely powerful, how The Porch has stayed resilient beyond any one leader, and why the next generation is spiritually “appetite + aptitude” on fire. If you’re launching, relaunching, or leading young adults, this episode is packed with language, frameworks, and practical systems you can apply this week. More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    Appetite + Aptitude: The Secret Power of Young Adult Ministry with Kylen Perry from The Porch

  5. Jun 22

    We Need More Dads: Raising Resilient Faith in Gen Z & Gen Alpha with Griffin McGrath

    What do you do when God speaks a powerful call over your life… and the next day your dad suddenly dies? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Griffin McGrath joins Josiah and Micah Kennealy to talk about loss, resilient faith, spiritual fathers, and a rising young adult movement in Arizona. From losing his dad at 15 to pioneering youth and young adult ministry across the desert, Griffin shares how secure attachment to God, spiritual covering, and real community can fuel resilience in Gen Z and Gen Alpha. If you’re a young adult, pastor, or leader asking God for your greatest kingdom contribution, this episode will stir your faith and give you language for what you’re feeling—and tools for what to do next. More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    We Need More Dads: Raising Resilient Faith in Gen Z & Gen Alpha with Griffin McGrath

  6. Jun 15

    10/10 Lead Magnets, Hooks & Texts: A Marketing Masterclass for Churches with Dillon Smith

    Does marketing really matter for churches and young adult ministries? In 2026, the answer is a loud yes—if you want to actually reach Gen Z and young adults. In this episode, Josiah Kennealy sits down with Dillon Smith (CMO.Church, former marketing lead for the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast & Life.Church Open Network, and former content manager for Carey Nieuwhof) for a masterclass in church communications, digital outreach, and AI. Connect with Dillon Smith: Website: CMO.Church Join the Art of Leadership Academy and look for the Digital Outreach space: https://careynieuwhof.com/the-art-of-leadership-academy/ More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    10/10 Lead Magnets, Hooks & Texts: A Marketing Masterclass for Churches with Dillon Smith

  7. Jun 8

    15 Creative Ways to Engage Young Adults This Summer

    What if this summer became the most spiritually significant season for the young adults you lead? In this episode of youngadults.today, Josiah and Micah unpack 15 practical, creative, and low-pressure ideas to help you reach, disciple, and mobilize young adults in your church and community. From lake days and rooftop hangs to city impact projects, financial literacy nights, and leadership development, this conversation will give you vision, language, and plug-and-play ideas for the next 100 days of summer. More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

  8. Jun 1

    Shepherd-Hearted Leadership: Reaching Into the Future of Young Adults with Dr. Nate Ruch

    In this special podcast mashup between youngadults.today and the Shepherd Hearted Leadership podcast, Josiah and Micah sit down with Pastor Nate Ruch of Emmanuel Christian Center to talk about future-ready leadership, legacy, and young adult ministry. Pastor Nate shares why young adult ministry is a “well” that shapes the rest of a person’s life, how to lead without burning out, and what it really means to reach into someone’s future as a shepherd-hearted leader. You’ll hear powerful stories about legacy, succession, politics in the pulpit, and the moment Nate’s schedule literally put him in the hospital—and how God used that to teach him about limits, Sabbath, and identity. If you’re a young adult pastor, next-gen leader, or ministry pioneer, this episode will strengthen your resolve to play until the whistle blows, build leaders (not just services), and leave a legacy in people, not just for people. About Emmanuel Christian Center: https://www.emmanuelcc.org Purchase copies of "Reaching Into Their Future" by Dr. Nate Ruch: https://amzn.to/4uHjefP More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/

    Shepherd-Hearted Leadership: Reaching Into the Future of Young Adults with Dr. Nate Ruch
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Co-hosts Josiah Kennealy and Micah Kennealy interview Generational Researchers like David Kinnaman and Dr. George Barna, Theologians like Dr. Allen Tennison and Joel Muddamale, Pastors like Dallas Viva, Nate Ruch, and Rob Ketterling, Thought Leaders like Rachel Cruze, Susie Larson and experts on reaching young adults in our world, today!

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    youngadultstoday
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
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