The Effective Ministry Podcast

03/09/2024

In this episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, Al James sits down with Tim Beilharz, a much loved and appreciated children's ministry advisor who is finishing up in his role at Youthworks after 12 years.

Tim shares his experiences, his thoughts on the future of youth and children's ministry, and talks with Al about topics like the importance of intergenerational relationships, the necessity of communal and participatory church life, and recognizing child faith as real, holistic, and ad hoc (intrigued?!).

Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2U4kuJbDHfCbTCO0xEdNqu?si=tuWfktvwQcW_0C7pliyxhA

31/07/2024

House Conference Special: Exploring the Doctrine of Sin with Michael Jensen and Tom Habib
In this special double episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, we feature the audio versions of the Papers that will be presented at House Conference on the doctrine of sin by theologians Rev Dr Michael Jensen and Rev Dr Tom Habib.

It's not too late to register for House Conference you can do that at youthworks.net/house

Michael Jensen's paper - It's a Sin: Recovering the Language of Sin
https://share.transistor.fm/s/23a551cc

Tom Habib's paper- The Character of Sin: Sin in the Book of John
https://share.transistor.fm/s/b893bca6

House Conference Special: Exploring the Doctrine of Sin with Michael Jensen and Tom HabibIn this special double episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, host Al James introduces two Papers for House Conference on the doctrine of sin by theologians Rev Dr Michael Jensen and Rev Dr Tom Habib....

23/07/2024

As ministry leaders, we might see our young people for 2-3 hours per week. How can we increase the effectiveness of our ministry outside these hours? By partnering with parents and providing resources for kids and families to engage with God's Word and each other throughout the week.
Dave Whittingham has produced one such resource with his podcasts "Stories of a Faithful God" and "Stories of a Faithful God for Kids".
This week, Tim sits down with Dave to discuss these podcasts, why narratives are beneficial for understanding the character of God, and a sneak peak of "Stories of a Faithful God for Kids."

This episode, Tim Beilharz catches up with Dave Whittingham, host of 'Stories of a Faithful God' and 'Stories of a Faithful God for Kids'. Dave shares his journey into ministry and offers insights into the power of narrative in teaching the Bible to both kids and adults. Discover how these...

10/07/2024

It's school holiday time here in Sydney, so we're taking a brief pause from new episodes. In the meantime, take a trip back to our very first episode of The Effective Ministry Podcast and listen to Annemarie Riv share her thoughts on how to help children pray.

Prayer is one of the means of grace that God gives to his people to express faith and commune with God. Annemarie Rivers (Children's Ministry Advisor, Youthworks) joins Tim Beilharz to talk about how children's ministry leaders and families can help children learn the meaning and value of prayer...

02/07/2024

It was a bit of a juggle getting today's episode up but it is worth the wait. Jesse 'The Juggler' Joyner joins Tim to talk about Holy Foolery, the foolishness of Christ, and the vocational call of those engaged in Christian variety performance.
https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9632e83

25/06/2024

Ministry can be awesome. It can also be wearying, discouraging, or simply routine. This week, Steve Carlisle from Youthworks Year 13 Gap Year shares how the vision of Jesus on his throne in Revelation 4 can comfort and encourage us in ministry, even during hard times.

This week, Steve Carlisle, Director of the Youthworks Year 13 program shares insights on understanding Revelation as a source of comfort and confidence for Christians. By focusing on God's sovereignty we can be encouraged to persevere in our ministry to young people, even when things get...

18/06/2024

This week on the podcast, David Scott from Fuller Seminary chats about a child's "contributionality" to the faith community and Valerie Grissom shares how churches can provide spaces for children and their families to lament, on Part 2 of "Postcards from Chicago" and Tim's adventures at Children's Spirituality Summit: A Christ-Centered Gathering.
https://share.transistor.fm/s/8bdeddf6

13/06/2024

Why do so many youth and young adults drop out of church between 15-25?

This week Al James addresses the alarming dropout rates, factors influencing youth faith retention and the importance of integrated discipleship, family influence, and vibrant church programs.

This week on the Effective Ministry Podcast, Al James shares his research on Youth Retention at Youthworks College's latest Theology Think Tank held on June 6, 2024.To see the full Theology Think Tank video click here.Hear Al James talk more about his research on The Pastor's Heart podcast...

05/06/2024

This week we're joined by Jas Hawkins and Ruby Brideson from Take Love sharing ways to help our teenagers take the love of Jesus into our community.
Have a listen and then reach out to Take Love to find out how they can partner with your church and give your teens a bigger view of God's mission to their neighbours.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fuGwcVD5LjepnBw5JHTQv?si=wAfCZDXcRnS4q9Mdo9ig4w

28/05/2024

Tim recently spent some time in Chicago at the Children's Spirituality Summit: A Christ-Centered Gathering and grabbed some short conversations with several of the presenters.

Part 1 of these "Postcards from Chicago" features Henry Zonio sharing how what we *don't* teach in Children's Ministry shapes their understanding of race and other diversities, and Chris Barnett on why we need a robust theology of a child in order to understand Children's and Intergenerational Ministry.

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/062-postcards-from-chicago-part-1-with-henry-zonio/id1470626845?i=1000657070033

15/05/2024

How do you go about recruiting?
(Not a rhetorical question! Throw some answers in the comments below.)

This week, Adam Jolliffe jumps back on the podcast to talk about the why, when, who, what and how of recruiting leaders. This is task that is never complete, and often done from a place of desperation. Adam helps us think through how to recruit well and make sure we're not just signing up "anyone with a pulse".

‎Show The Effective Ministry Podcast, Ep 060 - Effective Recruitment in Youth and Children's Ministry with Adam Jolliffe - May 14, 2024

08/05/2024

Intergenerationality is not so much a program, but a lens through which we can do ministry, even Children's and Youth Ministry which are inherently age and stage based. This week, Tim Beilharz takes us through how to run children's and youth small groups with an intergenerational lens.

‎Show The Effective Ministry Podcast, Ep Ep_59 Kids and Youth Small Groups through an Intergenerational Lens - May 7, 2024

24/04/2024

Matt and Lauren Redmond joined the podcast this week to chat about their new book "The Forgetful Price" published by Youthworks Media. They also talk about the faith-formative impact of art and storytelling and how parents and churches can partner together to help disciple children in the church.

Exploring Story and Faith in Children's Ministry: The Forgetful PrinceIn this episode of the Effective Ministry Podcast, host Tim Beilharz, talks with Matt and Lauren Redmond, authors of the children's book 'The Forgetful Prince'. They discuss the role of storytelling, art, and literature in the...

20/04/2024

This Wednesday, Tim will be sitting down with author Matt Redmond and illustrator Lauren Redmond to talk about the power of bedtime stories for faith formation and the release of their new book "The Forgetful Prince". You can preview this conversation by reading Matt's piece on the Growing Faith blog.

And how a new kids’ book, 'The Forgetful Prince', was born.

09/04/2024

How do we think Christianly about teaching and education? What does it mean to be a Christian who is a teacher and engaged in education?
Listen along with Mike Dicker, Emma Collett and Mark Schroder to find out "How to be a Christian Teacher?"

In this episode of the Effective Ministry podcast Tim Beilharz (Youthworks MST) hosts a discussion with Mike Dicker, principal of YouthWorks College, Emma Collette, executive minister at Church Hill Anglican, and Mark Schroeder, school chaplain at Broughton Anglican College into the integration of C...