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Stacking Chairs

A Youth Ministry Podcast with Kyle Gray and Josh Paulhamus

Welcome to Stacking Chairs: A Youth Ministry Podcast all about serving in Youth Ministry. Whether it be youth group or youth camp, whatever God has you serving in, that’s what we’re here talking about. Join us, Josh and Kyle, as we talk through some of the burning, practical questions facing those in youth ministry. We don’t have it all figured out, but let’s learn and explore this side of ministry together! Join our community of those serving in youth ministry @stackingchairspod through Instagram and Facebook. A Word of Life podcast.

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Ep. 42 The One with Andy DeNoon

2/1/2023 10:02

Communication Connection Generational Perspective

Andy DeNoon works with Sunday Cool and talks with us about what it's like to navigate comedy in the Christian world! Check out https://www.sundaycoolswag.com/ and mention Stacking Chairs to get 10% off your order from the Sunday Cool Swag Store.

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Ep. 41 The Camp Counselor Question

1/25/2023 04:01

Perspective

What's the best way to ensure that your youth ministry kids are fed spiritually during camp? We talk about the vision behind camp counselors and the pros and cons of who you choose to trust your students with.

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Ep. 40 Parents as Youth Leaders

1/24/2023 03:01

Leadership Perspective Troubleshooting

We talk about a subject suggested by one of our listeners: what does it look like to have parents of kids in your youth group as youth leaders? We unpack the pros and cons in today's episode!

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Ep. 39 Dealing with the “Problem Child”

1/17/2023 03:01

Leadership Troubleshooting

How do you deal with a student that could be a distraction? We have Dylan on this episode to talk about "problem children" and spoiler alert: we were all "problem children"!

Image for Ep. 38 Gen Z Aren’t Millennials

Ep. 38 Gen Z Aren’t Millennials

12/14/2022 10:12

Connection Generational Perspective

Aren't all teens from all generations basically the same? We should be able to use the same tactics and programs that we have had for the past 50 years! Although you may already know this isn't true, Tommy Sewall joins us today to help us understand how to shift for this generation. The Gospel is the same, but how we approach Gen Z has changed. Find all things Stacking Chairs at https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

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Ep. 37 Passing the Reins

11/30/2022 02:11

Humlity Leadership Perspective Practical

Ethan Warren joins us for the first time and Justin Crow returns as a guest! They share with Josh their unique experience of passing the reins on to the next person in ministry. Justin has taken on the responsibility of assistant camp director as Ethan has moved to a new role. Their insight into these positional changes will help give you perspective for if your role changes one day! Find all things Stacking Chairs https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

Image for Ep. 36 Socially Mediocre: Pros & Cons of Social Media

Ep. 36 Socially Mediocre: Pros & Cons of Social Media

11/22/2022 03:11

Connection Leadership Perspective Purity

TL:DR Social Media has changed a lot. How much do you know about the apps and social platforms that your students are on and using today? We talk about the pros and cons of social media and its effects on all of us. We give some insight into how social media is used for apps like Twitter, Reddit, and more, exploring the impact of how we communicate today. Find all things Stacking Chairs at https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

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Ep. 35 Bridging Culture

11/15/2022 01:11

Communication Connection Perspective

Our culture continues to change and grow, but the Word of God stays the same. What does it look like for youth ministry workers to share the truth of God's Word in the midst of this changing culture? Find all things Stacking Chairs at https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

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Ep. 34 Meeting Kids Where They Are

11/8/2022 04:11

Care Connection Discipleship Leadership Practical

We've all worked with kids in youth ministry who may not "fit in". What does it look like to connect with those kids and should we be trying to get them to fit the mold? Justin Crow joins Josh to discuss this topic. Find all things Stacking Chairs at https://linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod

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Ep. 33 Planning for Camp

10/26/2022 05:10

Perspective

James Kock joins Kyle and Josh to discuss the planning process that goes into camp. There's so much more that goes into the background than you may think. We learn more and hear some fun stories along the way! Find all things Stacking Chairs at linktr.ee/StackingChairsPod