Beyond the Event: A Youth Ministry Podcast

In this episode, Katie Matsumoto Moore discusses the signs of burnout and how to combat those in ministry. 

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In this episode, CIY President Jayson French joins us to recount youth ministry stories of the past when things didn't go quite as planned and what he learned through the process. 

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In this episode, Heather Flies joins us to discuss connecting with students outside of weekly programming and being creative with those touchpoints. Later, CIY Vice President of Content Patrick Snow talks about his recent Engage trip to Northern Ireland, connects movies with the gospel, and answers your Mailbag questions. 

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In this episode, Hannah Helwege discusses the role and importance of small groups and being an effective small-group leader. Later in the show, CIY Film Team Lead MD Neely joins us to talk about CIY films of past and present.

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In this episode, Aaron Pelsue joins us to discuss being intentional while programming and leading worship services. Later in the episode, CIY Director of Programming Nate Karnes discusses creating CIY events and answers your Mailbag questions. 

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In this episode, Michael DeFazio discusses the importance of sticking to scripture and being intentional with what you teach. Later in the show, CIY MOVE Director Lane Moss joins us to discuss avoiding cynicism and answer your mailbag questions.

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In this episode, youth pastor Katie Edwards talks about how to communicate with junior high students and write a sermon that speaks directly to them. Later in the show, CIY Creative Programmer Mallory Jenkins joins us to discuss MIX programming and answer your Mailbag questions. 

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In this episode, Barna Group CEO David Kinnaman discusses Barna's new study, The Open Generation.

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In this episode, Kevin Greer discusses lessons learned during his 40 years of youth ministry. You'll also hear from CIY's Director of MIX, Caleb DeRoin.

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During this episode, youth minister Katelyn Adams discusses her experience using CIY Engage as a Kingdom Worker training ground. Then you'll hear from CIY's Director of Engage, Brittany Shoemake.

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In this episode, we talk about the college-age students who make the CIY world turn during the summers. Do you know someone who would make a great CIY Event Staff? Send them this episode! You can also find more information on the program at these links:
- MOVE Event Staff Interest Form
- MIX Event Staff Interest Form

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In this episode, Beth DeFazio discusses conflict and and how to address it in both the church and daily life. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY Film Producer Tatym Barnett.

Interested in registering for a 2023 CIY event? Find out more here!

Connect with Beth:
- Email her at defazio.beth@occ.edu

Connect with Tatym:
- Email her at tatym.barnett@ciy.com

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In this episode, Justin Knowles discusses failure and responding well in a ministry context. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY partner Korey Klein.

Be sure to check out Justin's podcast, Youth Ministry Hacks, for honest conversations about life and practical time-saving hacks to help you do ministry better.

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In this episode, CIY Director of MOVE Lane Moss discusses the role of the mountaintop experience and how to capitalize on it both during and after the event.

Connect with Lane:
- Email him at lane.moss@ciy.com

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In this episode, Anne Wilson discusses how to protect your mental health in ministry. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY Production Operations Team Lead Kevin Behnke.

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Check out the Replenishment Cycle Anne mentioned during our conversation.

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- @annedurhamwilson on Instagram

In this episode, Andy Jones discusses the role of parents in a healthy youth ministry. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY Vice President of Content Creation Patrick Snow.

Connect with Andy:
- Email him at andyj@southrockchristian.com
- Andy Jones on Facebook

Connect with Patrick:
- Email him at patrick.snow@ciy.com

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In this episode, Jeremy Stevenson discusses the importance of student leaders and the impact student leadership can have in a youth ministry. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY Event Logistics Manager Martha Getz.

Connect with Jeremy:
- christs.church
- @jstevenson89 on Instagram
- Email him at jeremys@christs.church

Connect with Martha:
- Email her at martha.getz@ciy.com

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In this episode, Kellen Moore discusses the value and qualities of the perfect adult leader. Later in the show, you'll also hear from CIY SuperStart Content Lead Rob Watson.

Connect with Kellen:
- @kellenmoore on Instagram
- kellenmoore.me

Connect with Rob:
- www.ciy.com/superstart
- Email him at rob.watson@ciy.com

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