Simply Youth Ministry Podcast (VIDEO)

Episode 90

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:21:45 -0800

Doug Fields, Matt McGill and Josh Griffin are back in action on the show. After a little pre-show pep talk they dive into responding to criticism, volunteers involvement in adult small groups, what does the podcast crew do when they aren't filming the show, giving up your xbox, finding the right small group leaders, dealing with over reative parents, and controlling requests for your time. It's a lot, but we had a lot to make up for after last week.

Episode 89

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:54:46 -0700

Doug, Jana, and Josh kick off the show with the finalists for the new intro contest and pick a winner before Matt can show up. When they to questions they talk about managing time and expectations, a special National Youth Ministry Contest for podcast listeners, teaching the same message to students and adults, getting your ministry exposure in your church, and small group leaders attending an adult small group.

Episode 88

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:06:54 -0700

It's been a few weeks, but Doug, Jana, and Josh return, and Jana's on fire. Once again they dive into your emails, and Doug even printed them out himself. They talk about the National Youth Ministry Conference, lying teens, the Jonas Brothers, doing youth ministry mobile, and planning out summer events in tough economic times.

Episode 87

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:58:29 -0700

Everyone's Back! Just enough youth ministry to keep you from getting fired! Doug, Jana, Matt, and Josh discuss the wrong way to use media, student freedom at camp, spouses in ministry, calendaring, minivans, and conferences. One of our best? or Worst? You be the judge.

Episode 86

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:25:06 -0700

Welcome to the "Extended Staff Meeting" otherwise known as the Simply Youth Ministry Podcast. Sit down with Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jake and they discuss the missing folder, YouVersion.com, micro-blogging, ending programs well, getting volunteers to do what you need them to, change, and student leadership.

Episode 85

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:06:43 -0700

Two weeks in a row, can you believe it? The boys are back in the studio, Doug, Matt, and the viewers choice Jake come together to talk about life and ministry. Besides discussing Jake saving Matt from a huge mistake, health of a ministry, dealing with teen pregnancy in your ministry, Matt's knowledge of current events, the right time to recruit volunteers, and a special offer for SimplyTXT.

Episode 84

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:10:12 -0700

The All New Simply Youth Ministry Podcast. OK, it might not be all new, but everyone is in a new seat. It's been almost 2 months, but Doug, Josh, Jana, and everyone's favorite Matt are back in the studio. Join the gang as they recap their summers, getting students to attend classes, Andy's wife having a baby, simplifying ministry, issues involved in having students in your ministry after the parents left the church, and a great reminder that we are right there with you in ministry.

Episode 83

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:12:59 -0700

The Gang is Back! Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana all return this week. Topics on the table include travel adventures, student leadership, salaries, sarcastic monkeys, how Doug started training youth pastors, web site rankings, PDYM mentors, and small church communication.

Jason Carson Interview

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:28:33 -0700

Here's a special interview with Jason Carson, author of Worship Band from Start to Finish. He sits down with us and talks about his heart for worship, students, and a few tidbits from his days in the OC Supertones.

Episode 82

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:44:05 -0700

Welcome to Summer, and episode 82. Doug Fields and Josh Griffin come to the table to talk about: free iPods from Michael W. Smith, Worship Band from Start to Finish, Andy in Spandex, Student Leadership Conference, The Format Wars, Parent Meetings, communicating with students, and evaluating your first year in ministry.

Episode 81

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:08:11 -0700

And then there were two...Doug and Matt sit down this week to tackle your questions. But don't worry they aren't alone for long, Torrie joins them at the big table. Topics covered: andy's twitter voice, including students from your old ministry in your new, diet pepsi, advice for 20 something youthworkers, implementing and choosing student leaders, hiring a youth pastor, Torrie answers the Matt v. Josh questions, and upward leadership.

Episode 80

Fri, 30 May 2008 15:29:38 -0700

The boys, Doug, Matt, and Josh, are back after a week off. Topics on the table include: bacon wrapped around your heart, graduations, getting leaders to step up, modeling values, formal education, keeping your youth ministry visible to the church body, and dealing with a volunteer you don't have trust in.

Marriage and Youth Ministry - Episode 2

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:40:06 -0700

Doug and Cathy Fields answer questions about marriage and youth ministry, hitting on the seasons in a spouses life this week.

Marriage and Youth Ministry - Episode 1

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:37:44 -0700

They are back again, Doug and Cathy Fields answer your questions about seasons for a spouse in youth ministry, conflict, extra expenses to bring a spouse on a trip, modeling marriage for students, and students coming over to your house.

Episode 79

Thu, 22 May 2008 22:12:21 -0700

Doug Fields, Matt McGill, and Josh Griffin once again sit down to talk about youth ministry and answer your questions.

Episode 78

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:29:18 -0700

Doug is joined by Matt and Jake in the studio this week. They wrestle with preferred Bible versions, short term mission trips, how many nights out is the right amount, who is missed more Josh or Matt, confronting sin, and much more.

Marriage and Youth Ministry - Episode 0

Wed, 07 May 2008 14:00:35 -0700

Here's a new show we are doing about marriage and youth ministry. Doug and Cathy Fields do a great job talking about ministry, marriage, and family and how they all fit together.

Episode 77

Fri, 02 May 2008 11:50:41 -0700

The Dude Show: Jana's having a baby and Matt's busy being the future of the church, so it's just Doug and Josh. Doug won the twitter bet, will he keep twittering? We'll have to wait to find out, but during this episode they discuss: Questions to ask potential student leaders, Doug inventing the internet, Keeping track of money, building bridges with other churches, Flirting with another church, and ministry in a smaller church.

Episode 76

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:02:28 -0700

The Battle of the Bellies. The twitter battle continues, will Andy be able to win? Hear about Matt's adventures with Rick Warren, Student Leadership, When to teach about Habits and Purposes, how to move forward in ministry, taking your family on ministry trips, maintaining relationships with students after you leave, and so much more.

Episode 75

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:13:35 -0700

The Brownout Episode. We are sorry but the lights kept flashing on us, very strange. But do not fear, the show must go on...and on it did. Doug, Matt, Josh and Jana cover so much, including where Matt shops for clothes. They follow-up their mentoring discussion, relaxing, more discussion on ministry organization, Doug's new book, Congratulations, You're Gifted, when an event sells out, volunteer feedback and evaluation, and how to say "no".

Episode 74

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:22:02 -0700

Doug, Josh and Jana are ready to go, where's Matt? No one really knows, but he show's up before it's all over. Topics of conversation are: Josh likes free t-shirts, American Idol sings Shout to the Lord, Resource gathering, asking for a raise, discipline, photos on youth group websites, job boards, criticism, and the transition from Jr to Sr High.

Episode 73

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:59:32 -0700

Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jane...I mean Jana, have once again come together to discuss this thing call Youth Ministry. Not only do they talk about Doug trimming his eyebrows, but field questions about finding the right people to hire, transitioning, tracking attendance, twitter, scholarships for events, and contacting volunteers.

Episode 72

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:33:03 -0700

This week the Doug Fields and the crew talk about finding volunteers to find specific roles, what programs do you run, student leaders, keeping track of teaching ideas, and salaries.

Episode 71

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 09:42:46 -0700

The web 1.5 show. Doug and the gang discuss submitting to leadership when you disagree, expectations of non-church kids in your group, what to do when students have crushes on staff members, and divorce in ministry.

Episode 70

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:35:12 -0700

Six minutes of banter, and then the show. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana are focused and on task, well mostly, as they talk about: eating for the cycle, Matt should adopt a highway, how to remove a volunteer, college ministry, low budget personal retreats, and so much more.

Episode 69

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:25:19 -0800

Back in the studio, Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana waste no time diving into the topics. They discuss cost of events, using tables in your large group meetings, how Doug deals with paparazzi, using videos in your ministry, PDYM regional events, "Getting Things Done," and some new features of the show you won't want to miss.

Episode 68 - Live at NYMC!

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 07:30:24 -0800

It's finally here. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana have all descended upon Cincinnati, OH for the National Youth Ministry Conference. Join the crew and their first ever live audience as they discuss special needs students, visitor follow-up, and great and not so great moments of ministry together. Thanks to everyone who came out to be a part of it.

Episode 67

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:58:04 -0800

It's valentine's day and Cathy Fields sits in with Doug, Matt, and Josh to add a female perspective. In addition to making sure Andy realizes how often he is mistaken, the group discusses being a team player in your church, flow of the youth service, separating out students from the main worship service, Matt's theft of Doug's Chick-fil-A gift card, campus ministry, and how to tackle time in the office.

Episode 66

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:56:23 -0800

I'm OK, you're OK. Doug and the crew are back for the 66th time. This time out they discuss, Josh's haircut, everyone's middle name (or lack there of), helping students struggling with homomsexuality and bi-sexuality, starting out in youth ministry and not feeling like you fit in the church, and the lack of time as a volunteer.

Episode 65

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:56:39 -0800

Once again our fearless podcast crew is back (be sure to check out Jana’s hair). Topics include the live podcast, what involvement volunteer staff spouses should have, Matt’s knowledge, internships, and having to send kids home from a trip.

Episode 64

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:57:43 -0800

The award winning Podcast in back for 2008. Doug, Matt, Josh, and Jana return to the booth and talk about struggling with contentment in your ministry, mountain top experiences, dealing with death, and ministry in a large church. Andy also finally makes it in front of the camera instead of hiding in the corner.

Episode 63

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:57:51 -0800

Welcome to the Oddcast. It's Christmas time and everyone is a bit loopey. Combine it with Twinkies and it's a show like no other. Really you may not want to watch. Please don't think we're joking, you really may not want to watch...you've been warned.

Merry Christmas!

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:58:01 -0800

A little Christmas greeting from everyone here at the Simply Youth Ministry podcast. Merry Christmas!

Episode 62

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:58:08 -0800

Doug, Josh, Matt, and Jana are back this week. They share their true feelings for Andy, life with senior pastors, expectations on your time as a youth worker, and much more.

Episode 61

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:58:16 -0800

The crew is back, as sarcastic as ever. Topics include: Is this show hazardous to your health?, Transitioning out of a ministry, upcoming PDYM regional events, and the upcoming Live podcast.

Episode 60

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:58:28 -0800

"Remember when you used to a do a podcast? That was fun." Well we remember, and we're back. Everyone is at the table this week for the return of the show. You'll want to hear the witty banter about World of War Craft and video games in a youth ministry setting, Speaking to Teenagers, Student leadership, babysitting, and a roundup of upcoming events.

Episode 59

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 13:48:19 -0700

It’s a boy’s club this week. Can they survive without Jana? Lot’s of PDYM this week. Josh talks about the conference down under and Doug talks about the update to the book. They also talk about MySpace, spouse involvement in your ministry, and Speaking to Teenagers.

Episode 58

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 10:42:23 -0700

This week the gang takes on some tough topics. They look at the difficult balance between ministry and marriage, burnout, hiring staff, conducting a funeral for a student, and church cuts. It’s candid and real discussion about these topics in a way that only Doug, Matt, Josh, and Janna can provide.

Episode 57

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 11:01:17 -0700

Doug and Friends (Josh, Matt, and Jana love that) do some more youth ministry pontificating. They discuss MySpace and Facebook, Star Wars Lithographs, being a volunteer youth worker, visitors, and Doug gives the shirt off his back.

Episode 56

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:37:28 -0700

They're back! In this episode, follow Doug and "friends" as they discuss lot's of random stuff on their way to picking a winner for the Podcast Intro contest. They also talk about the latest album from David Crowder Band, feedback and expectations from your senior pastor, disappointments in ministry, home visitations, McGill's advice for cooking chicken on a grill, student leaders, and choosing small groups. There's still just enough youth ministry that you won't feel guilty for listening.

(Technical Note: Sorry the audio quality isn't good the first few minutes, keep listening, it doesn't stay that way)

Episode 55

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:48:55 -0700

More about McGill and less about answers

Episode 54

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 09:53:23 -0700

Doug and the gang are back this week. Kurt Johnston also stops by for a few minutes. Topics include: "What to do with the Manchild?", prayer teams, World of Warcraft on your wife's birthday, the best time of year for retreats, PDA, when to move on, and much more.

Podcast Intro Contest

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 17:04:54 -0700

Want to be heard on the podcast? This is your chance! We all know that Matt's intro's can be long . . . really long! So long that it makes you want to pluck out every single eyelash before the show begins. So here's the deal. We want you to put together the new intro for the podcast, that will be played at the beginning of every show.

Episode 53

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 11:40:07 -0700

Doug and friends get used to the softer side of Matt while they discuss your questions. Topics include: Senior pastor expectations, salaries, how many hours a week should you work, internships, Costco locations, the Piggly Wiggly, and goat insurance.

Episode 52

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 21:03:48 -0700

Catch-up with the gang, Doug, Matt, Jana, and Josh, as they discuss volunteers, siblings in your ministry, covering camp costs, and being single in youth ministry.

Episode 51

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:47:53 -0700

Join us as we begin of the era of Jana! In addition to youth ministry topics such as cliques, fundraising, and bringing change to your ministry, we have the longest intro in the history of Podcasting.

Survivorman

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 08:51:31 -0700

Does Josh have what it takes to be the next Survivorman? Can he make it 48 hours on his own? Watch and decide for yourself.

The BIG 5 Oh

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 14:29:31 -0700

We say farewell to Natalie and talk about 24 reasons we value youth ministry.

Episode 49.5

Wed, 30 May 2007 14:35:58 -0700

Doug, Matt and Josh keep you in suspense a little longer for the historic Episode 50.

Episode 49

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:09:29 -0700

Torie joins the crew for a late night podcast. Jana is still gone, Natalie is working on the catalog.

Episode 48

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:41:30 -0700

Doug, Matt, Josh and Jana produce a fairly good show on Good Friday.

Episode 47

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 21:07:30 -0700

Newcomer Jana Sarti joins Matt, Josh and Doug for the weekly podcast about youth ministry.

March Madness

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:54:30 -0700

A little bit of fun around the office celebrating college basketball.

Episode 46

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 23:54:30 -0700

The classic show with Doug, Matt, Josh and Natalie. Until Natalie leaves again then Jason Carson steps up to the plate.

Episode 45

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 18:17:30 -0700

The failure show. Doug, Matt, Jake and Josh reflect on learnings from messing up.

Episode 44

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 23:09:30 -0700

Jakey is sitting in, Natalie's parents visit, Matt apologizes, and we discuss the spirit of our humor.

Episode 43

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:29:30 -0700

The podcast team is back in action for a classic episode of youth ministry wisdom and comedy. Or at least that's what we tell ourselves.

Hotel, Hotel

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 15:25:05 -0700

J-Reezy brings it!

Hello from NYMC

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 12:22:05 -0700

A quick shout out from Doug, Josh and Natalie at Group's National Youth Ministry Conference. Look for a surprise appearance from Matt McGill as well!

Episode 41

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:10:30 -0700

A look back at the first year of the podcast. Reminisce with Doug, Matt, Josh and Natalie as we chat about the past 12 months. Don't miss the sweet podcast-only promotion during the first half of the show - and the show gets better toward the end, we promise!

Boo!

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 20:28:30 -0700

:33 you won't want to miss - exclusive for video podcast subscribers!

Episode 40

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 16:32:30 -0700

The whole team is back in action talking youth ministry on the eve of completing our first year doing the show.

Episode 39

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 14:32:30 -0700

The first podcast of 2007 is back with a vengeance! The whole team enjoys 45 minutes together talking about youth ministry and catching up after the holidays.

Episode 38

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 22:32:33 -0700

A spectacular if ill-prepared show. Bits of youth ministry wisdom sprinkled in there somewhere, we promise!

Group Conference Preview

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 08:48:33 -0700

Fun with Doug and Josh in Indy.

Episode 36

Fri, 1 Dec 2006 17:48:33 -0700

The original podcast team is back in action! There's nothing better than an 8AM Friday show ...

Andy the Shipping Guru

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 15:15:33 -0700

Watch as Andy tries to send out 10 packages in 10 minutes. If he fails, we give 5 more $100 packages away.

Episode 35

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 16:08:33 -0700

We chill out for a short show just before the Thanksgiving holiday. Matt's in Mexico - and the full show returns this week.

The New SimplyYouthMinistry.com

Tue, 7 Nov 2006 11:08:33 -0700

No show this week, but we managed to launch a spiffy new website. Check it out! We call the person who made the first order just minutes after the official launch.

Episode 33

Wed, 1 Nov 2006 13:57:33 -0700

Good times - we actually answer 6 questions during the show. Who knew?

Episode 32

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 02:39:33 -0700

This is a good show. Lots of content and Carl from 321Improv joins us for the hour!

Episode 31

Tue, 3 Oct 2006 11:10:33 -0700

Natalie is back and Jake joins us again for a show were the 5 of us try not to talk over each other the entire time.

Episode 30

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 01:45:33 -0700

The Matt-cast! Jake joins us for an above-average show.

Episode 29

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 10:15:33 -0700

The Talk Like a Youth Ministry Pirate podcast!

Tour of SYM

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 22:15:00 -0700

Get a behind the scenes look at the office, the new catalog, the new website and the staff.

Episode 28

Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:57:33 -0700

Talk youth ministry with 3 guys around a table.

Episode 27

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:57:33 -0700

the volunteer show!

Episode 26

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:57:33 -0700

nothing but really, really good podcast here folks.

Episode 25

Tue, 1 Aug 2006 11:46:22 -0700

a bit more mellow than most podcasts, but still great youth ministry tips (maybe)

Episode 24

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 10:57:31 -0700

JAM PACKED WITH pure youth ministry wisdom

Episode 23

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 17:55:15 -0700

OK...so we missed last week...but we made up for it this week (sort of)

Episode 22

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 14:00:36 -0700

We're back together again! Fields lets Josh prepare the cast this week. Not our best effort, but still good youth ministry times had by all.

Episode 20.5

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 14:00:36 -0700

a quick message from nat and mat

Episode 20

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 22:32:05 -0700

A pretty good episode. We talk about all kinds of stuff like transitioning, being transparent, protecting kids online, and homeschooling. Don't miss it!

Episode 19

Wed, 31 May 2006 16:32:05 -0700

The podcast crew is killing it this week, and we mean that in the best way!
Don't miss this week as we chat about youth ministry and life, dealing with management of your team, hiring from within or without and motivating volunteers. This podcast is good. Really good.

Episode 18

Wed, 31 May 2006 16:32:05 -0700

The greatest youth ministry podcast ever! Either that or we have a special guest from Survivor!

Episode 17

Wed, 24 May 2006 15:27:17 -0700

just enough youth ministry so you don't feel guilty for watching...

Episode 16

Thu, 18 May 2006 08:48:14 -0700

one of the best ones yet...plus, this video should go straight to your ipod!

Episode 15 (special German Issue)

Mon, 8 May 2006 13:39:11 -0700

ON LOCATION: in GERMANY

Episode 14

Mon, 8 May 2006 13:39:11 -0700

SPECIAL GUEST THIS WEEK: Guru of Junior High Ministry: KURT JOHNSTON

Episode 13

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 11:49:32 -0700

Everything you every wanted to know about youth ministry (well...maybe not everything...)

Episode 12 (fake episode)

Wed, 19 Apr 2006 00:31:26 -0700

Episode 11

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 11:41:24 -0700

great stuff this week: what do churches look for, why do sr. pastors make so much, MYSPACE.COM, creative sessions, worship vs. performance

Episode 10

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 11:41:24 -0700

Don't start here! too long, not that funny, and barely helpful

Episode 09

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 11:41:24 -0700

Don't start here! too long, not that funny, and barely helpful

Episode 08

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 08:46:25 -0700

Episode 07

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 08:46:25 -0700

Episode 06

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 08:46:25 -0700

Episode 05

Wed, 1 Mar 2006 09:47:09 -0700

Doug's back from the big APPLE...Matt weighs in at 325...but we still have the longest podcast yet...BUT: it's the best, we promise you....this time there's even more than just enough youth ministry so you don't feel feel guilty for listening...check it out! Tell your friends to subscribe...this thing is spreading like a virus....but not one of those bad viruses, but a really nice one who wants to be your friend.

Episode 04

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 09:24:47 -0700

Episode 03

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 15:32:32 -0700

Episode 02

Tue, 7 Feb 2006 18:00:00 -0700

Stuff mentioned in this week's broadcast: Numa Dance (a young Matt McGill) PDYM Conference Xbox Hard drive Pass it On Conference Think outside the bun Kid wanting to be noticed Homeschooling Rulz Censorship is [censored] The gateway to all ice fishing websites Stuff that happened the year Dave was born back when Doug had hair When 38 years old, you reach A different Rick Lawrence

Episode 01

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 18:00:00 -0700

Stuff mentioned in this week's broadcast: Small group leader Top 10 I love technology Possible baby names Andy's baby Shot of Doug teaching some other youth workers Small groups from start to finish We love Canada The albums of Metallica Why do I burp? If you only want content click here Defining Postmodernism How much does Matt weigh on Mars? More cowbell PDYM crosses 1,000 today Matt's favorite store Menahga, Minnesota Stolen from Doug's house Read Matt's bio

Episode 00

Tue, 24 Jan 2006 18:00:00 -0700

Stuff mentioned in this week's broadcast: Small group material at SYM That hot dog place Mugglecast Hurricane Katrina IMdb Felicity (1998) Matt McGill's Official Website www.theforce.net Is it pod cast or podcast? leadership Purpose Driven Youth Ministry Conference iPods - this is for Doug to figure out what they are Froogle: Buy World of Warcraft Steven Hawking Another Sex Series from SYM Passion Venue @ Saddleback Church Andy's Yip Calorie King LOST 24 How far is too far? Senior Pastor job openings Outback Steakhouse The Dangers of Betting Diet Pepsi The 40 Year Old checkup Josh's mom's website