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Parents in Youth Ministry: Help or Hindrance?
The Heart of a Youth Leader
The Heart of a Youth Leader
Parents in Youth Ministry: Help or Hindrance?
Oct 06, 2025
Season 11
Episode 5
Thrive Youth Ministries
Should parents be leaders in the same youth group their teenagers attend? It’s a question many youth leaders wrestle with. In this episode, Andy shares his own experiences of leading all three of his children in youth ministry and unpacks 10 lessons he learned along the way. From avoiding embarrassment to building trust, encouraging independence, and creating healthy boundaries—this episode will help you think through the benefits and challenges of parents leading their own teenagers.