In this episode we dive deep into a topic every youth ministry leader has faced: what to do when nobody shows up. From discussing the challenges of volunteer commitment to strategizing on student engagement, this conversation sheds light on the complexities of managing a youth ministry in a changing landscape.

Our guests share their personal experiences and insights, with practical advice on creating flexible roles for volunteers, the importance of building relational equity, and the impact of consistent, empathetic leadership.

Key takeaways you will get from this episode are: 
Understanding empathy and flexibility are key 
Learning proactive communication and relationship building 
Ideas for creative and strategic volunteer recruitment and retention

Whether you're grappling with low attendance, rethinking your volunteer strategy, or looking for ways to maintain connection with your students outside the church walls, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable strategies to help you navigate these challenges.

Learn more about XP3 Curriculum and TRY A SERIES FOR FREE at https://thinkorange.com/xp3.

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► Instagram: @orangestudents 
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In this episode we dive deep into a topic every youth ministry leader has faced: what to do when nobody shows up. From discussing the challenges of volunteer commitment to strategizing on student engagement, this conversation sheds light on the complexities of managing a youth ministry in a changing landscape.
Our guests share their personal experiences and insights, with practical advice on creating flexible roles for volunteers, the importance of building relational equity, and the impact of consistent, empathetic leadership.
Key takeaways you will get from this episode are: Understanding empathy and flexibility are key Learning proactive communication and relationship building Ideas for creative and strategic volunteer recruitment and retention
Whether you're grappling with low attendance, rethinking your volunteer strategy, or looking for ways to maintain connection with your students outside the church walls, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable strategies to help you navigate these challenges.
Learn more about XP3 Curriculum and TRY A SERIES FOR FREE at https://thinkorange.com/xp3.
CONNECT WITH US ON: ► Instagram: @orangestudents ► Facebook: @orangestudents ► TikTok: @rethinkingyouthministry

The Rethinking Youth Ministry Podcast is for youth ministry leaders, pastors, volunteers, workers, and anyone who cares about middle school and high school students. Each episode, we hope to raise the bar for youth ministry by asking questions, interviewing thinkers, and having real, honest conversations about what it looks like to lead the next generation. Rethinking Youth Ministry is a podcast from the Orange Students team. Our mission is to help you, the youth leader, influence the next generation. We do that through this podcast, other resources, and our weekly curriculum, XP3. If you'd like to learn more, check out OrangeStudents.com.

Rethinking Youth Ministry | A podcast for youth ministry leaders, pastors, volunteers, and anyone who cares about students

The Rethinking Youth Ministry Podcast is for youth ministry leaders, pastors, volunteers, workers, and anyone who cares about middle school and high school students. Each episode, we hope to raise the bar for youth ministry by asking questions, interviewing thinkers, and having real, honest conversations about what it looks like to lead the next generation. Rethinking Youth Ministry is a podcast from the Orange Students team. Our mission is to help you, the youth leader, influence the next generation. We do that through this podcast, other resources, and our weekly curriculum, XP3. If you'd like to learn more, check out OrangeStudents.com.

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