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Episode 189 - The Value of College Campus Ministry with Stuart Estes and Kaitlyn Dahler
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Stuart Estes and Kaitlyn Dahler about the value of college campus ministry at the University of Arkansas.
Episode 188 - Ministering to Students Through Music Education
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Central Baptist College’s Band Director, Donna Bradley, about music at CBC and the value of music in students’ lives. To find out more information about CBC and its music department, contact Donna at .
Episode 185 - Sharing the Gospel with a Jehovah's Witness with Tony Brown
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Tony Brown about sharing the Gospel with Jehovah’s Witnesses. Tony is a missionary / evangelist to those caught in New Religious Movements, especially Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mormons. As a former JW, he is keen to help Christians share the truth in love with those trapped in falsehood.
Episode 182 - Discipleship Pathways with Wade Allen
Listen as we share an interview with Pastor Wade Allen, who talks about discipleship and his new Discipleship Pathways series. Wade will be serving as one of our breakout leaders at the 2024 Student Ministry Workers Retreat at Central Baptist College on September 14. You can register at SMWR2024.eventbrite.com.
SMM Update - SMWR 2024
It has been a long hiatus, but we are back! Listen in as Dan Carson shares about our upcoming Student Ministry Workers Retreat at Central Baptist College of Conway, Arkansas on September 14, 2024 from 9-4. You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at https://SMWR2024.eventbrite.com.
Episode 181 - Refined by the Fire(d) with Kyle Isabelli
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Kyle Isabelli about his new book Refined by the Fire(d) and navigating the difficult issue of being fired from a ministry role.
Episode 180 - Making Plans to Read
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the place of importance that reading should have in our lives as well as some thoughts on how to best approach reading.
Episode 178 - Navigating a No with Your Pastor with Dr. Clif Johnson
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk to the lead pastor of Garrett Memorial Baptist Church of Hope, Arkansas, Dr. Clif Johnson. They discuss student ministry workers saying “no” to their lead pastors.
Episode 177 - Saying No to Parents in Your Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about reasons to say “no” to the parents connected to your ministry. Reasons to Say No to Parents: When parents have wrong expectations. When a parent’s request interferes with the care of your own family. When a parent’s request goes against personal convictions. When a parent’s request conflicts with the mission and/or vision of the church. Things to Keep In Mind When Saying No to a Parent: Be respectful. Show love. Communicate well.
Episode 176 - The Need to Say No
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the need to say “no” in the life of student ministry workers. The Need to Say No: To protect my theology. To protect my family. To protect the length of my ministry. To protect my own well-being.
Episode 175 - Preparing Messages for Your Students
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines share some practical thoughts about preparing messages and lessons for your students.
Episode 174 - More Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about two more signs of a healthy student ministry, parentally-connected and outwardly-focused.
Episode 173 - Dealing with the Drop-Off Culture
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the drop-off culture, how that impacts student ministry, and practical steps to help in addressing it.
Episode 172 - Mental Health & Student Ministry with Dr. Brian Sheppard
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk with Dr. Brian Sheppard of Park View Baptist Church of North Little Rock about mental health and student ministry. If you need help in this area, please reach out.
Episode 171 - Moving from Community to Real Connections
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about community in your youth group and moving your group to real connections. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 169 - Stepping Up to the Preaching Plate
Listen in as Dan and Chris talk about important things to consider when you have the opportunity to preach to your congregation as a whole.
Episode 168 - Helping Students Navigate the Culture with Stuart Estes
Listen in as Dan talks with Stuart Estes of the Association of Baptist Students at the University of Arkansas about his recent break-out group at the SOAR 2023 conference (www.SOARconference.com). Stuart shared with students how they can better navigate the confusing culture that we live in.
Episode 166 - Understanding Human Trafficking with Angelyn McMurray
Listen in as Dan and Chris talk with Angelyn McMurray of We Are Free about the tough subject of Human Trafficking.
Episode 165 - Dealing with Discipline Issues with Richard Ball
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Richard Ball about dealing with discipline issues in your student ministry. Richard’s Email – Richard’s Facebook – facebook.com/iknowrichardball Richards’s Twitch Stream – twitch.tv/dailyplanetck 7 Steps for Dealing with Discipline Issues: 1. Talk with Pastor. 2. Letter home to parents via sent home with students and mail. 3. Meeting with parents to talk about discipline procedures. 4. Recruit parents to help. 5.
Episode 164 - Devoted to Jesus with Drew Cline
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Drew Cline about his topic for SOAR 2023 “Devoted to Jesus.” Drew also shares things that we need to know as we help our students embrace devotion to Christ. SOAR 2023 is scheduled for July 3-5.
Episode 163 - Devoted to God’s Mission with Jeremy Hambrice
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Jeremy Hambrice about his topic for SOAR 2023 “Devoted to God’s Mission.” Jeremy shares about his work with the Wantakia people and how we can help our students see the importance of missions. SOAR 2023 is scheduled for July 3-5.
Episode 162 - Devoted to God’s Church with Nathan Brewer
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Nathan Brewer about his topic for SOAR 2023 “Devoted to God’s Church” and how we can help our students see the importance of connecting with God’s people. SOAR 2023 is scheduled for July 3-5.
Episode 161 - Devoted to God’s Word with Stephen Castleberry
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Stephen Castleberry about his topic for SOAR 2023 “Devoted to God’s Word” and how we can help our students look to God’s Word on a more consistent basis. SOAR 2023 is scheduled for July 3-5.
Episode 160 - Navigating Devotion Derailed with Chris Vines
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Chris Vines about his topic for SOAR 2023 “Devotion Derailed” and how we can help our students look upward instead of inward. SOAR 2023 is scheduled for July 3-5.
Episode 159 - Theology & Student Ministry with Dr. Mike McGarry
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Mike McGarry about the importance of being theologically minded when approaching student ministry.
Episode 158 - Thoughts on Fundraising
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about concepts and practical ideas for fundraising in student ministry. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 157 - Gifts for Graduates
Listen as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about gift-giving ideas for your graduating seniors.
Episode 156 - Keep Teaching the Bible During the Summer
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about keeping a focus on Bible teaching and equipping students during the summer months. Mentioned Resources: Tyranny of the Urgent – Charles E.
Episode 155 - Our Relationship with Our Pastor
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about working on your relationship with your pastor. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 154 - The Power of God’s Word, Gideons International, & Students with Ron Simpson
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Ron Simpson of Gideons International about the power of God’s Word, the work of the Gideons, and students.
Episode 153 - Equipping Parents for the Work of Discipleship with Dr. Jonathan Cofer
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk with Dr. Jonathan Cofer about family ministry and equipping parents for discipleship. Family Worship by Donald S.
SMM Update - SOAR 2023 with Travis Sellers
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Travis Sellers about the SOAR 2023 Conference.
Episode 152 - The Value of Camps & Conferences
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the value of adding camps and conferences to your student ministry plan.
Episode 151 - Strategies for Ministering to Graduating Seniors
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about ministry to graduating seniors. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 150 - Being a Student Pastor’s Wife with Temple Carson & Sidney Vines
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk with their wives about the realities they face in their roles as student pastor’s wives. Both ladies have shared before on the podcast. Temple Carson was on Episode 112 – Helping Students Navigate Familly Break-Ups and Sidney Vines was on Episode 98 – Marriage, Ministry, & Motherhood.
Episode 149 - Changing Direction in Your Teaching Schedule
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the Vines Family Trip to Disney and times when you need to change direction in your student ministry.
Episode 148 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part Three
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about the last of the five signs of a healthy student ministry… Church-Integrated. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 147 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part Two
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about the second two of the five signs of a healthy student ministry… Prayer-Infused & Relationship-Driven.
Episode 146 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part One
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about the first two of five signs of a healthy student ministry… Gospel-Centered & Bible-Centric. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 145 - Logistics & Content of Student Ministry Retreats
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the logistics and content of student ministry retreats. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 144 - Retreats & Student Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about retreats and their value within student ministry. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 143 - Fight Like a Freak with Steven Carroll
Listen in as Dan Carson talks with youth ministry veteran Steven Carroll about his current battle with cancer and the lessons he has learned along the way.
Episode 142 - Resources for Church & Student Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about a number of resources for those serving the church and in student ministry.
Episode 141 - My Story for His Glory with Yalanda Merrell
Listen in as Dan and Chris talk with Yalanda Merrell about her life, her work at Lifeword Media Ministries, and how students can utilize digital platforms for the Gospel.
SMM Update for December 2022
Listen in as Dan Carson shares about how God is blessing their podcast, the upcoming 2023 Student Ministry Workers Retreat, and the Ready Youth Conference at Spurgeon College.
Episode 140 - Students on Mission with Margaret Anderson
Listen in as Dan Carson talks to Margaret Anderson of the Baptist Missionary Association of America Missions Office about her own experiences in missions and encouragement for students wanting to serve.
Episode 139 - 5 Books Every Student Should Read Before Graduation
Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about five books every student should read before they graduate from your youth group.
Episode 138 - Principles for Creative Outreach with Ian Dunaway
Listen in as Dan Carson and Ian Dunaway of G6Allies.com talk about principles for creative outreach in student ministry.
Episode 137 - Dealing with One of the Hard Parts of Student Ministry
Listen in as Dan Carson talks about one of the harder parts of student ministry, having to say goodbye to students every year. Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College — www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts: Dan Carson – Chris Vines – Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community
Episode 136 - Chris’ Top 5 Podcasts (At the Moment...)
Listen in as Chris Vines shares his current top five podcasts. He also shares four bonus shows that he spends some time with. All of our links are for Spotify, but you can find these podcasts on most of your favorite platforms.
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