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Join Doug Fields, Josh Griffin & Matt McGill from the trenches of their youth ministry! Every week they’ll download what happened and share learnings, ideas and tips that will help you be a better youth worker, too! Take half an hour to be refreshed, challenged and get plenty of laughs along the way from these veteran youth workers with 60+ years combined experience. Check out some of the amazing resources and fantastic youth worker community at: http://downloadyouthministry.com

  1. 4D AGO

    433: "Something About Jess' Lip"

    Hey DYM Insiders! In this special sneak peek of the DYM Members Only Podcast (which is what you call it when you just record one podcast and post it twice...to uh, save the planet etc.) we don't even MENTION the great stuff members get. But we DO dive into a bunch of other stuff... Like Josh's "less sugar" New Year resolution (yeah right), Jessica's horrifying ailment, and Doug's utter embarrassment at how shameless Josh is at trying to get free stuff. Tune in! Oh and if you ARE looking for a HOT DEAL on becoming a DYM Gold Member, NOW IS THE TIME! Head to Downloadyouthministry.com and get $50 off the Gold Membership and join the club!  35% off the entire store, $20 in store credit every month, $100 in free resources, and more. Make 2026 the year of doing less and making more impact.

    16 min

  2. 12/03/2025

    432: Christmas Special Membership CROSSOVER

    This episode brought to you by Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes®  Fond holiday memories, DYM Membership (sort of), and a sprinkling of youth ministry. It's the Membership podcast no one asked for and yet you just can't say no to. 😆 Did you know there's a special Members Only DYM Podcast? That's right. Each month we unpack the member freebies and have a generally good time. Not a member yet? DO NOT BECOME A MEMBER. I mean it. DON'T DO IT. Just wait a week or so... It'll be worth it.

    16 min

  3. 09/12/2025

    431: Let’s Talk About Compensation!

    Obviously, everyone here is getting paid more than they need to survive, right? … right? Yeah, I didn’t think so. Join Josh Boldman and Dan Navarra as they talk through what we learned from last year’s Youth Pastor Compensation Report and what we’re hoping to learn from this year’s! Audio from Facebook Live Take the survey!

    54 min

  4. 08/22/2025

    430: Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Interview

    DYM's Josh Griffin interviews the authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports to help youth workers understand the pressures parents face—and discover practical ways to connect with students who are too busy for traditional church programs.  https://www.thechristianathlete.com

    30 min

  5. 08/15/2025

    429: Staying Power - Interview with Jody Livingston

    Josh Griffin from DYM talks with youth worker and author Jody Livingston about his new book Staying Power—a must-read on longevity in youth ministry. They dig into practical habits, hard-earned lessons, and how to stay passionate for the long haul in the calling God has placed on us

    44 min

  6. 08/08/2025

    428: Leaders Serve Others

    Feeling the end-of-summer burnout? Wondering how to lead with impact when you're just trying to keep up? This episode is for you. Join the guys as they unpack what it really means to be a servant leader in the trenches of ministry. Forget the corporate buzzwords; this is a real, practical conversation about the gritty, unseen acts of service that define great leadership. From unclogging toilets on a mission trip to cleaning the church van, get ready for a discussion that will challenge your perspective and inspire you to lead like Jesus.

    52 min

  7. 07/11/2025

    Ep. 426 — Leaders know how to Inspire and Empower

    Matt McGill, Doug Fields, and Josh Griffin dive into the essential balance every youth worker needs to master - knowing when to inspire your team and when to give them tactical direction. They share hilarious stories (including Doug's infamous "funnel rebellion" and Matt's marathon 1 hour 45 minute teaching on Job), practical insights, and real-world examples of how to read the room and adjust your leadership communication. Whether you're working with volunteers, students, or parents, this episode will help you become a more effective leader who knows exactly what people need to hear.

    38 min

  8. 05/30/2025

    Ep. 425: Leaders Have Great Meetings

    Tired of volunteer meetings that feel like a total drag? Join Josh Griffin and Matthew McGill on the Download Youth Ministry Podcast as they tackle the dreaded "death by meeting" syndrome! They dive deep into why these get-togethers are crucial, how often you really need them, and the secret sauce to making every meeting valuable, encouraging, and even fun. Get ready for practical tips, a lively debate on "mandatory" vs. "required," and insights that will transform your volunteer huddles from snooze-fests to power-packed sessions that build confidence and unity. Tune in and level up your leadership!

    51 min
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Join Doug Fields, Josh Griffin & Matt McGill from the trenches of their youth ministry! Every week they’ll download what happened and share learnings, ideas and tips that will help you be a better youth worker, too! Take half an hour to be refreshed, challenged and get plenty of laughs along the way from these veteran youth workers with 60+ years combined experience. Check out some of the amazing resources and fantastic youth worker community at: http://downloadyouthministry.com

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  • Creator
    DYM Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    243
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © (c) DYM Podcast Network
  • Show Website
    DYM Podcast

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