Ministry to Youth Stories Podcast

We’re stoked to release the all new Ministry to Youth Stories Podcast, where youth ministry leaders like you call in to share their outrageous, hilarious and inspiring stories!

Episode 3: We Lost a Kid (But Found Him!) – Hear the wild (and slightly terrifying) true story of a student gone missing at camp. If you’ve ever lost a student (and lived to tell the tale), take heart. You’re not alone.

Episode 2: Game Fails – We kick things off with a story of a Sunday morning game that ended with a student in the ER (spoiler alert: they were okay) and then we hear a hilarious Christmas-themed “game gone wrong”.

Episode 1: Camp Chaos – Listen to the legendary puke youth camp story! It’s messy, it’s gross and it’s unforgettable.

You can listen above or on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

Youth ministry is full of unforgettable moments, the kind that make you laugh until your stomach hurts, cry because you deeply care, and shake your head wondering, “Did that really just happen at youth group?”

Each week, youth pastors and leaders just like you call in on the show to share their most outrageous, hilarious, and inspiring youth ministry stories. From youth group game fails and camp chaos to heartwarming tales of life change, this podcast is your behind-the-scenes pass into the unpredictable world of student ministry.

Want to be part of the show?

Come back to this page soon and we’ll post the topics of upcoming episodes. We’ll give you instructions on how to submit your story and maybe you’ll be chosen to call in on an upcoming episode!

Why Listen?

If you’ve ever:

Cleaned up a youth room after a wild game only to find a mysterious smell that never goes away.
Tried to explain theology while a middle schooler interrupts with “Would Jesus like Sour Patch Kids?”
Wondered how other leaders survive camp chaos, volunteer drama, or awkward parent email.

Then this podcast is for you!

We believe youth ministry is one of the hardest, funniest, and most rewarding callings out there. That’s why every story we share is packed with honesty, humor, and encouragement. You’ll laugh at the ridiculous, learn from the messy, and be reminded why investing in teenagers matters more than ever.

What You’ll Get in Each Episode:

Real Stories: Nothing scripted here. Just authentic stories from youth leaders in the trenches.
Laughter Guaranteed: Camp bloopers, youth group fails, and more will keep you grinning.
Encouragement & Inspiration: Even in the chaos, you’ll find powerful reminders of God’s work in students’ lives.
Connection: Hear from leaders across the world who share the same joys and challenges you face every week.

Who Is This Podcast For?

Youth pastors who need a laugh after a long Wednesday night.
Volunteer leaders looking for encouragement and fresh perspective.
Church staff who want to better understand the highs and lows of student ministry.
Anyone who loves teenagers and the unpredictable, beautiful world of youth group.

New episodes drop weekly, and you never know what kind of story you’ll hear next.

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