The Heart of a Youth Leader
This is for anyone working with children or young people in a church context, and will help you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus as you invest in the next generations. You can watch episodes on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thriveyouthmin Created by Thrive Youth Ministries in UK.
Podcasting since 2020 • 171 episodes
The Heart of a Youth Leader
Latest Episodes
People-Pleasing or God-Pleasing? Shaping Your Ministry Priorities
Do you ever find yourself working for people more than working with God? This week, Andy Castle asks youth leaders: what if our priorities were shaped not by urgency or expectations—but by obedience? Reflecting on Proverbs 29:25, Andy ...
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Season 10
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Episode 9
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9:51
Try Softer: Teaching Young People to Focus on God
In this episode of Heart of a Youth Leader, Andy Castle reflects on the rise of anxiety and attention challenges in young people and how our fast-paced, screen-saturated world is impacting their ability to focus on God. Drawing from Ps...
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Season 10
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Episode 8
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9:54
Teaching Young People to Pray Beyond Exams
When someone asks, “What can I pray for you?”—how do you respond? This week, Andy explores how we can shift the focus of our prayers from surface-level concerns to life-changing transformation. Whether you’re a youth leader or a young ...
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Season 10
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Episode 7
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8:51
Knowing About Jesus vs. Knowing Him Personally
In this episode, Andy Castle explores the vital difference between helping young people know about Jesus and guiding them to know Him personally. Drawing from Romans 8 and his own experience (including a surprising comparison ...
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Season 10
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Episode 6
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10:29
Don't Give Up: 5 ways to stay the course in Youthwork
Feeling worn out in youth ministry? You’re not alone. In this short but honest episode, Andy Castle shares five essential habits to help you keep going when the calling feels tough. Whether you’ve been in ministry 2 years or 20, this is your re...
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Season 10
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Episode 5
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11:18