https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.comenReligion & Spirituality(c) DYM Podcast Networkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ca88972f00ec3397f17f2ff7d32f26fe.jpghttps://podcast.downloadyouthministry.comFri, 01 Mar 2024 08:15:15 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkDYM Podcast Networkjosh@downloadyouthministry.comYouth ministry veteran Derry Prenkert talks about longevity in youth ministry and how to stay in it for the long haul. My Third decade is a proud member of the DYM Podcast Network.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-we-back-baby--52556180EPISODE 58 – We Back Baby! (Release Friday, January 27, 2023) It’s only been 1013 days, but we are back and relaunching! I reintroduce what this all was, where I’ve been in the silence, and where things are heading. My Third Decade: a podcast for youth ministers. Check out Coleader and get 4 weeks of programming completely free!https://share.coleader.co/GCitcP/join Starting, stuck, or struggling in ministry and looking for someone to talk?Email derry.prenkert@standingstoneministry.org Find all the links online: http://linktr.ee/mythirddecade]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52556180Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:02 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkEPISODE 58 – We Back Baby! (Release Friday, January 27, 2023) It’s only been 1013 days, but we are back and relaunching! I reintroduce what this all was, where I’ve been in the silence, and where things are heading. My Third Decade: a podcast for...EPISODE 58 – We Back Baby! (Release Friday, January 27, 2023) It’s only been 1013 days, but we are back and relaunching! I reintroduce what this all was, where I’ve been in the silence, and where things are heading. My Third Decade: a podcast for youth ministers. Check out Coleader and get 4 weeks of programming completely free!https://share.coleader.co/GCitcP/join Starting, stuck, or struggling in ministry and looking for someone to talk?Email derry.prenkert@standingstoneministry.org Find all the links online: http://linktr.ee/mythirddecade]]>1284cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/57-surprise-spider-man-no-way-home-spoiler-talk--48041841
Thanks to Download Youth Ministry and the DYM Podcast Network: www.dympodcastnetwork.com

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Teaser: Healthy Youth Ministers = Healthy Youth Ministry]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48041841Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:00:02 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkThe show has been on a 18+ month quarantine. But, it’s coming back in 2022. And this episode is just a fun conversation with two guys who love Jesus, movies, and Spider-man. SPOILERS abound. Enjoy, and stay tuned for more shows to come in 2022....
Thanks to Download Youth Ministry and the DYM Podcast Network: www.dympodcastnetwork.com

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Teaser: Healthy Youth Ministers = Healthy Youth Ministry]]>4648cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/56-5-values-to-drive-the-youth-minister-in-this-season--25702929
Welcome to three new amazing shows on the DYM Podcast Network:
Youth Ministry Sherpas: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/youth-ministry-sherpas/
Middle School Ministry Podcast: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/middle-school-ministry/
Youth Ministry Soul Keeper Podcast: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/youth-ministry-soul-keeper/

Check out the “Grow on Your Own” resources at the DYM Store: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/online-ministry/grow-on-your-own

Find me online:
Twitter and Instagram: @mythirddecade
Facebookpage: http://facebook.com/mythirddecade]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25702929Sat, 18 Apr 2020 18:04:58 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkThe show has been on a 2-month quarantine for various reasons, but it’s back in this weird season of youth ministry. Here are 5 values I landed on at the outset of this unprecedented season. As you walk through trying to figure out how to do the best...
Welcome to three new amazing shows on the DYM Podcast Network:
Youth Ministry Sherpas: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/youth-ministry-sherpas/
Middle School Ministry Podcast: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/middle-school-ministry/
Youth Ministry Soul Keeper Podcast: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/youth-ministry-soul-keeper/

Check out the “Grow on Your Own” resources at the DYM Store: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/online-ministry/grow-on-your-own

Find me online:
Twitter and Instagram: @mythirddecade
Facebookpage: http://facebook.com/mythirddecade]]>1203cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/55-5-questions-i-m-asking-my-team--22863711
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22863711Mon, 17 Feb 2020 06:58:13 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkAs I get rolling at a new church and in a new role, I’m asking lots of question. In Episode 53, I gave you 5 questions I’ve been asking myself. In this episode, I give 5 questions I’m asking the team I’m now leading. Whether you are transitioning or...
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>1059cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/54-remembering-my-friend-allison-williams--22274656Allison was a graduate of Johnson University and served Seymour for fifteen years, eleven of those years at Reddington Christian Church. With her creativity and love for youth ministry, she joined DYM, serving thousands of youth workers around the world. As a second parent for "her kids" she always protected and pushed them to be and do better. She encouraged them to step out of their comfort zones to be witnesses, and at the end of every lesson she would say, "Carry this and teach all your friends."
She now has the view for which she worked her entire life!
Allison met her Savior on Monday, January 20, 2020. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee to Ted and Lisa (Jarrell) Williams. She is also survived by her; brother, Nathan (Desiree) Williams; nieces, Fiona and Elsa; aunts, Julia (Chris) Warren and Ruth Jarrell; cousins, Kevin Morris, Mary (Robert) Park, and Paul (Beth) Jarrell as well as several great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Roy and Annette Jarrell; paternal grandparents, Theodore and Florence Williams; and uncle, Robb Jarrell.
(Shared from Allison’s Memorial Page: https://www.vossfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Allison-Williams-3/#!/Obituary

Listen to Allison share as a part of the National Youth Workers Convention Women in Youth Ministry Panel: https://s3.amazonaws.com/…/Break+Out+-+ALLISON+WILLIAMS%2C+…

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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22274656Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:40:48 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMs. Allison Elizabeth Williams, 36, of Seymour, lived a life of ministry and was a source of infectious joy to those around her. She was loyal, playful, passionate, and smart. Opinionated, yet humble. Through acts of bringing joy to others with simple...Allison was a graduate of Johnson University and served Seymour for fifteen years, eleven of those years at Reddington Christian Church. With her creativity and love for youth ministry, she joined DYM, serving thousands of youth workers around the world. As a second parent for "her kids" she always protected and pushed them to be and do better. She encouraged them to step out of their comfort zones to be witnesses, and at the end of every lesson she would say, "Carry this and teach all your friends."
She now has the view for which she worked her entire life!
Allison met her Savior on Monday, January 20, 2020. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee to Ted and Lisa (Jarrell) Williams. She is also survived by her; brother, Nathan (Desiree) Williams; nieces, Fiona and Elsa; aunts, Julia (Chris) Warren and Ruth Jarrell; cousins, Kevin Morris, Mary (Robert) Park, and Paul (Beth) Jarrell as well as several great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Roy and Annette Jarrell; paternal grandparents, Theodore and Florence Williams; and uncle, Robb Jarrell.
(Shared from Allison’s Memorial Page: https://www.vossfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Allison-Williams-3/#!/Obituary

Listen to Allison share as a part of the National Youth Workers Convention Women in Youth Ministry Panel: https://s3.amazonaws.com/…/Break+Out+-+ALLISON+WILLIAMS%2C+…

Sponsor to this Episode:
I Still Believe (In theaters March 12… Take your Group!!)
https://istillbelievemovie.com/

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>779cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-5-questions-i-m-asking-myself--21798363
Mentioned in the Show:
I Still Believe (In theaters March 12… Take your Group!!)
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnxHyBbYwQQ

What does the Bible say about who you are in Christ: https://vintagelawrence.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/ANDERSON_WhoIAmInChrist.pdf

Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21798363Sat, 18 Jan 2020 00:00:32 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkAs we go into 2020 and I continue to get acclimated to a new youth ministry setting, I’m asking myself some question. Here’s 5 of them. Mentioned in the Show: I Still Believe (In theaters March 12… Take your Group!!) Trailer:...
Mentioned in the Show:
I Still Believe (In theaters March 12… Take your Group!!)
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnxHyBbYwQQ

What does the Bible say about who you are in Christ: https://vintagelawrence.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/ANDERSON_WhoIAmInChrist.pdf

Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>1456cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52-24-years-24-events-that-shaped-youth-ministry--21387231
Mentioned in the Show:
Time Capsule Episode: 23 Years, 23 Movies: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/34-mtd-time-capsule-23-years-23-movies/
Evolution of Dance on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg
Steve Jobs 2007 Keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7qPAY9JqE4
Kony 2012: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4MnpzG5Sqc
YM Lab Episode on Tik Tok: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/14-tik-tok-church/


Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28


Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21387231Sun, 05 Jan 2020 23:54:11 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s another Time Capsule. I walk through one key event, trend, device, or social media platform for each year 1996-2019 that had a significant impact on Youth Ministry. Mentioned in the Show: Time Capsule Episode: 23 Years, 23 Movies:...
Mentioned in the Show:
Time Capsule Episode: 23 Years, 23 Movies: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/34-mtd-time-capsule-23-years-23-movies/
Evolution of Dance on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg
Steve Jobs 2007 Keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7qPAY9JqE4
Kony 2012: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4MnpzG5Sqc
YM Lab Episode on Tik Tok: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/14-tik-tok-church/


Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28


Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>2503cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/51-20-apalooza-live-from-nywc-tampa-2019--20322370Thanks to all who showed up for the party!

Mentioned in the show:
•Center for Parent/Youth Understanding: http://cpyu.org
•Youth Culture Matters with Walt Mueller: https://cpyu.org/resource_category/podcast/
•The Longer Haul Podcast: https://thelongerhaul.com/
•The Youth Ministry Sherpas: https://youthministrysherpas.com/

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20322370Wed, 27 Nov 2019 22:57:14 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s a plethora of youth Ministry Veterans dropping some rapid fire Wisdom! Thanks to all who showed up for the party! Mentioned in the show: •Center for Parent/Youth Understanding: http://cpyu.org •Youth Culture Matters with Walt Mueller:...Thanks to all who showed up for the party!

Mentioned in the show:
•Center for Parent/Youth Understanding: http://cpyu.org
•Youth Culture Matters with Walt Mueller: https://cpyu.org/resource_category/podcast/
•The Longer Haul Podcast: https://thelongerhaul.com/
•The Youth Ministry Sherpas: https://youthministrysherpas.com/

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>3378cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-the-end-of-an-era--19705244
Mentioned in the show:
- National Youth Workers Convention: http://nywc.com

LISTEN TO THE previous two episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-big-announcement-leaving-my-church-not-youth-ministry/id1338273697?i=1000452597738

CHECK OUT THE OTHER AMAZING PODCASTS FROM THE DYM PODCAST NETWORK: The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19705244Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:00:12 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMade it to the ½ century mark!!! Recorded on my last day in office at Nappanee Missionary Church. Released on the day we pulled out from our Nappanee home to head to our new Louisville home. I answer your questions that were submitted, and throw out...
Mentioned in the show:
- National Youth Workers Convention: http://nywc.com

LISTEN TO THE previous two episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-big-announcement-leaving-my-church-not-youth-ministry/id1338273697?i=1000452597738

CHECK OUT THE OTHER AMAZING PODCASTS FROM THE DYM PODCAST NETWORK: The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>1822cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/49-janelle-s-perspective-leaving-my-church-not-leaving-youth-ministry--19489771
Mentioned in the show:
LISTEN TO THE previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-big-announcement-leaving-my-church-not-youth-ministry/id1338273697?i=1000452597738

CHECK OUT THE OTHER AMAZING PODCASTS FROM THE DYM PODCAST NETWORK: The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

EPISODE 50: Submit your question about this transition.
Through Twitter or Instagram @mythirddecade
Through the “Submit a Question” tab at http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com


Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28


Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19489771Mon, 14 Oct 2019 05:06:13 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkAfter 23 years at the same church, I’m leaving my church. In the end, it’s not just me leaving. My family joins me. More specifically, my wife Janelle has played a crucial role in this whole story of transition. She joins me today as we talk through...
Mentioned in the show:
LISTEN TO THE previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-big-announcement-leaving-my-church-not-youth-ministry/id1338273697?i=1000452597738

CHECK OUT THE OTHER AMAZING PODCASTS FROM THE DYM PODCAST NETWORK: The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

EPISODE 50: Submit your question about this transition.
Through Twitter or Instagram @mythirddecade
Through the “Submit a Question” tab at http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com


Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28


Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org]]>2086cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/48-the-big-announcement-leaving-my-church-not-youth-ministry--19383348
Today’s episode in Three Acts to share my story of making one of the biggest transitions of my life:
ACT 1: The Announcement – A reading of my letter to the Church family and friends (with some wicked sweet music underneath – slightly too self-important – but give me a a little latitude y’all; it’s been 23 years!)

ACT 2: The Explanation – There is no back story on this all in the sense of anything toxic, bad blood, etc., but there is a fuller story than 5 paragraphs can unfold. I take a little time to lay out a timeline dating back three years in how I see God preparing me for this move.

ACT 3: The Interview – My good friends Andrew Larsen and Timothy Miller from The Morning After Ministry Podcast asked me a ton of questions about this move. Including a big one: So what now with this podcast?

Mentioned in the show:
LISTEN TO THE STIRRING LAST FALL: Referenced multiple times is Episode 25 – Lane Location and Life-Calling: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25-lane-location-life-calling/id1338273697?i=1000423499239

THE MORNING AFTER MINISTRY:
On Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/morningafterministry/
On iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morning-after-ministry-show/id1349907674

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19383348Mon, 07 Oct 2019 06:11:40 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkOn Thursday, September 26 news went public that I am leaving my church. You may be saying, “WHAAAAAAA?” Fortunately, this is not your normal “Youth pastor got fired/ burns out/ can’t get along with his/her church” story. Today’s episode in Three...
Today’s episode in Three Acts to share my story of making one of the biggest transitions of my life:
ACT 1: The Announcement – A reading of my letter to the Church family and friends (with some wicked sweet music underneath – slightly too self-important – but give me a a little latitude y’all; it’s been 23 years!)

ACT 2: The Explanation – There is no back story on this all in the sense of anything toxic, bad blood, etc., but there is a fuller story than 5 paragraphs can unfold. I take a little time to lay out a timeline dating back three years in how I see God preparing me for this move.

ACT 3: The Interview – My good friends Andrew Larsen and Timothy Miller from The Morning After Ministry Podcast asked me a ton of questions about this move. Including a big one: So what now with this podcast?

Mentioned in the show:
LISTEN TO THE STIRRING LAST FALL: Referenced multiple times is Episode 25 – Lane Location and Life-Calling: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25-lane-location-life-calling/id1338273697?i=1000423499239

THE MORNING AFTER MINISTRY:
On Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/morningafterministry/
On iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morning-after-ministry-show/id1349907674

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2778cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/47-meet-carter-ammerman--19222402
STAY TUNED FOR A SPECIAL EPISODE COMING SOON TO TALK ABOUT SOME BIG NEWS.

Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19222402Wed, 25 Sep 2019 07:05:03 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkDo you have that kid or kids from a unique or rough home situation. Carter was one of those kids who entered our ministry. Now as a youth pastor serving at Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church in Goshen, IN, he and I look back on those years to...
STAY TUNED FOR A SPECIAL EPISODE COMING SOON TO TALK ABOUT SOME BIG NEWS.

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2533cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/46-meet-john-keim--19079817Connect with John
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnkeim
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Email: jkeim@grangerchurch.com

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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


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THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19079817Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:14:40 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkHe’s at the host church for Student Leadership Conference. He’s only worked at one church for 15 years. He a great dude and a great friend with some strong wisdom to pass your way. Listen all the way through on this way, because there is pure gold...Connect with John
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


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THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>3563cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/45-5-thoughts-for-youth-ministers-heading-into-this-school-year--18954748
Stick around post-show to hear some recommended DYM resources that you could use heading into the Fall. Here are the links:

Meet Your Leader: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/meet-your-leader-profiles
Parent Letter Templates: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-letter-templates
Holiday or Not-a-Day Bundle: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/holiday-or-not-a-day-bundle
He Speaks Series: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/he-speaks-series
Listen To God Interactive Worship Experience: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/listen-to-god

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18954748Fri, 30 Aug 2019 03:23:41 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkYou’ve got your entire school year planned out, I’m sure. BUT, I want to throw out 5 thoughts to consider as you walk through another ministry year. There are a lot of youth ministry-focused podcast, but this is a youth minister-focused podcast....
Stick around post-show to hear some recommended DYM resources that you could use heading into the Fall. Here are the links:

Meet Your Leader: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/meet-your-leader-profiles
Parent Letter Templates: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-letter-templates
Holiday or Not-a-Day Bundle: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/holiday-or-not-a-day-bundle
He Speaks Series: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/he-speaks-series
Listen To God Interactive Worship Experience: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/listen-to-god

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1809cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/44-summer-youth-ministry-reflections--18837189
Check out What Happened/What’s Next debriefing tool on DYM: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18837189Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:47:08 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s been a crazy and full Summer for me on many fronts. Has it been for you? Have you taken time to reflect and evaluate? I take some time (while on the road, sorry for the added road and engine sounds) to share some reflections on the importance of...
Check out What Happened/What’s Next debriefing tool on DYM: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1493cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/43-what-we-do-with-summer-camps-pt-3--18455263
Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18455263Wed, 03 Jul 2019 21:47:26 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s Camp Season. Be intentional with it. In part 3 I take time to answer your Camp Questions you submitted. Sponsors: DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are...
Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2135cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/42-what-we-do-w-summer-camps-pt-2--18401015
For Episode 43 I’m going to answer your questions about Camp. Submit those questions through social media, email, or on the DYM Podcast Network site (links below)

Post-Credit Plug:
12 in 12 Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/twelve-in-twelve-summer-edition-game
First to 10 Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/first-to-ten-summer-edition-sidekick-game
Clumps Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/clumps-summer-edition
Digital Engagement Parent Notebook: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/digital-engagement-workbook-for-parents
Adolescence Parenting and Technology: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/adolescence-technology-and-parenting

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18401015Thu, 27 Jun 2019 16:43:17 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s Camp Season. Be intentional with it. In part 2 I walk through some specific things we’ve done with Camps to move toward our four goals with Camp that I outlined on Episode 41. For Episode 43 I’m going to answer your questions about Camp....
For Episode 43 I’m going to answer your questions about Camp. Submit those questions through social media, email, or on the DYM Podcast Network site (links below)

Post-Credit Plug:
12 in 12 Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/twelve-in-twelve-summer-edition-game
First to 10 Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/first-to-ten-summer-edition-sidekick-game
Clumps Summer Edition: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/clumps-summer-edition
Digital Engagement Parent Notebook: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/digital-engagement-workbook-for-parents
Adolescence Parenting and Technology: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/adolescence-technology-and-parenting

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2301cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/41-what-we-do-w-summer-camps-pt-1--18331738
Sponsors:
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Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18331738Thu, 20 Jun 2019 21:15:24 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s Camp Season. Be intentional with it. For this episode and the next two I will share some of what we do with Summer Camps. This one is all about our 4 goals with our Camps, how we landed on them, and why they are the ones we chose. Sponsors:...
Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in on this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org


The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1554cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/40-youth-ministry-turnover--18127024I take some time to reflect on the amount of situations and stories surrounding youth ministers leaving their church or losing their job over the past few months. What is happening? Is the youth ministry sky falling? How should we respond?

Mentioned in the show:
My conversation with Justin Knowles about partnering with Children’s Minsitry on the Youth Ministry Hacks Podcast:
On iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/54-hacks-on-aligning-childrens-student-ministry-in/id1229403372?i=1000439434425
On the Web: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/54-hacks-on-aligning-childrens-student-ministry-in-your-church-w-derry-prenkert/

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

Post-Credits Plugs:
12 in 12: Summer Edition and First to 10: Summer Edition are only available as a free Gold Member perk right now. Go to my author page after June 1 ( https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28 ) and both will be at the top of the page.

Devotionals:
Mail From Jail - https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/mail-from-jail
My 5 - https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/my-5-30-day-devotional

Worship Stations:
An Encounter With God: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/encounter-with-god-worship-night
Journey With Gopd: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/a-journey-with-god
Date With God: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/date-with-god
All Three in a bundle: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/interactive-prayer-expeirence-bundle-youthmin

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18127024Thu, 30 May 2019 20:52:27 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkTwo Thoughts. One Question. On Prayer. I take some time to reflect on the amount of situations and stories surrounding youth ministers leaving their church or losing their job over the past few months. What is happening? Is the youth ministry sky...I take some time to reflect on the amount of situations and stories surrounding youth ministers leaving their church or losing their job over the past few months. What is happening? Is the youth ministry sky falling? How should we respond?

Mentioned in the show:
My conversation with Justin Knowles about partnering with Children’s Minsitry on the Youth Ministry Hacks Podcast:
On iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/54-hacks-on-aligning-childrens-student-ministry-in/id1229403372?i=1000439434425
On the Web: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/54-hacks-on-aligning-childrens-student-ministry-in-your-church-w-derry-prenkert/

Sponsors:
DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Give Central. Your online giving solution. http://givecentral.org

Post-Credits Plugs:
12 in 12: Summer Edition and First to 10: Summer Edition are only available as a free Gold Member perk right now. Go to my author page after June 1 ( https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28 ) and both will be at the top of the page.

Devotionals:
Mail From Jail - https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/mail-from-jail
My 5 - https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/my-5-30-day-devotional

Worship Stations:
An Encounter With God: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/encounter-with-god-worship-night
Journey With Gopd: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/a-journey-with-god
Date With God: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/date-with-god
All Three in a bundle: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/interactive-prayer-expeirence-bundle-youthmin

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1793cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/39-meet-a-youth-pastor-who-became-a-real-pastor--17887738
Check out the Morning After Ministry Podcast live on Facebook Monday mornings at 11 EST or on the DYM Podcast Network:
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DYM Network: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/the-morning-after-ministry-show/

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17887738Fri, 10 May 2019 07:28:55 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkWait, can I be both an advocate for longevity in youth ministry and encourage those youth pastors who make the transition to senior pastor? Yup! Enjoy a conversation with Andrew Larsen who made this exact transition. Learn from his journey and mine as...
Check out the Morning After Ministry Podcast live on Facebook Monday mornings at 11 EST or on the DYM Podcast Network:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morningafterministry/
DYM Network: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/the-morning-after-ministry-show/

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2924cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/38-pre-avengers-end-game-mcu-re-watch-w-4-youth-pastors--17735400
We spoil a lot of the previous 21 movies as we share, and in the final 30 minutes we play out a lot of speculation. Sit back and enjoy.

MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:

-Watch the MCU in chronological order according to the MCU timeline: https://www.reddit.com/r/Marvel/comments/8eqqgo/my_friends_and_i_have_been_watching_the_entire/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x
-Ironman didn’t have a script: https://io9.gizmodo.com/jeff-bridges-admits-iron-man-movie-had-no-script-5417310?utm_medium=sharefromsite&utm_source=gizmodo_copy&utm_campaign=top
-Universal and Disney came together to pull of Stan Lee’s cameo in Captain Marvel: From Marvel Us Disney Podcast (story starts at 11:40) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-us-disney-episode-29-james-gunn-reinstated-as/id1412774662?i=1000432844333
Kevin Smith shares about that cameo (Warning: In the words of Captain America, “LANGUAGE!” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j0gsV9J7Ts
-Stan Lee is a Watcher theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QxFDfpZDbI
-Filming the Shawarma post-credit scenes in Avengers: https://youtu.be/2bR06fKnrCg

Follow Frank Gil: http://frankgil.com
Be Kyle Creel’s friend on Facebook: http://facebook.com/kylecreel
Follow David Reed: @DavidAllenReed on Twitter and Instagram
Follow Derry Prenkert: @derryprenkert on Twitter and Instagram

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17735400Wed, 24 Apr 2019 17:52:05 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkLongest episode yet, and it’s talking about the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I made a commitment for 2019 to re-watch every MCU movie, then realized I might as well do this leading into Avengers: End Game. I wasn’t alone, so 3 other youth pastors join...
We spoil a lot of the previous 21 movies as we share, and in the final 30 minutes we play out a lot of speculation. Sit back and enjoy.

MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:

-Watch the MCU in chronological order according to the MCU timeline: https://www.reddit.com/r/Marvel/comments/8eqqgo/my_friends_and_i_have_been_watching_the_entire/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x
-Ironman didn’t have a script: https://io9.gizmodo.com/jeff-bridges-admits-iron-man-movie-had-no-script-5417310?utm_medium=sharefromsite&utm_source=gizmodo_copy&utm_campaign=top
-Universal and Disney came together to pull of Stan Lee’s cameo in Captain Marvel: From Marvel Us Disney Podcast (story starts at 11:40) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-us-disney-episode-29-james-gunn-reinstated-as/id1412774662?i=1000432844333
Kevin Smith shares about that cameo (Warning: In the words of Captain America, “LANGUAGE!” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j0gsV9J7Ts
-Stan Lee is a Watcher theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QxFDfpZDbI
-Filming the Shawarma post-credit scenes in Avengers: https://youtu.be/2bR06fKnrCg

Follow Frank Gil: http://frankgil.com
Be Kyle Creel’s friend on Facebook: http://facebook.com/kylecreel
Follow David Reed: @DavidAllenReed on Twitter and Instagram
Follow Derry Prenkert: @derryprenkert on Twitter and Instagram

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>5591cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/37-youth-ministry-longevity-killers-the-big-3--17691441
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Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

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The Socials:
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Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17691441Fri, 19 Apr 2019 16:45:38 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkEvery once in a while I’m going to highlight attitudes and/or actions that can stunt or kill longevity in youth ministry or at the same church. Today I focus in on The Big 3; three things that, when handled inappropriately will not only end your time...
NORTHEAST US FRIENDS, CHECK OUT THE YOUTH LEADER SUMMIT at Harvey Cedars Bible Conference May 22-24. Join Todd and Josh Griffin! More info at http://www.hcbcyouthleadersummit.com/

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1542cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/36-meet-todd-pearage--17460321
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2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

NORTHEAST US FRIENDS, CHECK OUT THE YOUTH LEADER SUMMIT at Harvey Cedars Bible Conference May 22-24. Join Todd and Josh Griffin! More info at http://www.hcbcyouthleadersummit.com/

CONTROLLED CHAOS CONVERSATION WITH JUSTIN HERMAN. Hear a heartfelt conversation between Kurt Johnston and Justin Herman on Justin loosing his youth ministry job. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-0054-i-lost-my-job-so-you-dont-have-to-youth/id1354292517?i=1000431686556&mt=2

NEW RESOURCE: ADOLESCENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND PARENTING: Available on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/adolescence-technology-and-parenting


Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.


NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17460321Thu, 28 Mar 2019 05:00:33 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMy story is about longevity in youth ministry and at the same church, but what happens when staying at the same church is not an option? How do you transition well and keep in youth ministry for the long haul? Enjoy Todd Pearage’s story! There is much...
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SIGN UP FOR 30 DAYS OF DYM GOLD MEMBERSHIP, and help my wife and I get three days away to California!!!! If you sign up through MY LINK (http://fbuy.me/mfug_) you help me with a chance to win a three day trip to California, plus I’m throwing some added incentives. Send me a screen shot of your confirmation, I will throw in some freebies as well.
1. My Third Decade stickers and a button if you haven’t gotten one yet. (Value $2.50 plus shipping and bragging rights)
2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

NORTHEAST US FRIENDS, CHECK OUT THE YOUTH LEADER SUMMIT at Harvey Cedars Bible Conference May 22-24. Join Todd and Josh Griffin! More info at http://www.hcbcyouthleadersummit.com/

CONTROLLED CHAOS CONVERSATION WITH JUSTIN HERMAN. Hear a heartfelt conversation between Kurt Johnston and Justin Herman on Justin loosing his youth ministry job. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-0054-i-lost-my-job-so-you-dont-have-to-youth/id1354292517?i=1000431686556&mt=2

NEW RESOURCE: ADOLESCENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND PARENTING: Available on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/adolescence-technology-and-parenting


Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.


NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: 3025cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-your-youth-ministry-qs-w-my-as--17384636
-What responsibilities do you give middle school students in your ministry?
-What’s been the biggest thing to change in student ministry in the last 20 years for you?
-Favorite pizza topping?
-Favorite scripture/story and why?
-How can I slow down my male pattern baldness?
-What’s your take on the sports-as-competition-for-youth-group-commitments issue?
-Getting ready to lose several leaders after this school year. What are great recruiting tips?
-If your spouse isn’t in ministry with you nor is that their calling, how do you include them?

SIGN UP FOR 30 DAYS OF DYM GOLD MEMBERSHIP, and help my wife and I get three days away to California!!!! If you sign up through MY LINK (http://fbuy.me/mfug_) you help me with a chance to win a three day trip to California, plus I’m throwing some added incentives. Send me a screen shot of your confirmation, I will throw in some freebies as well.
1. My Third Decade stickers and a button if you haven’t gotten one yet. (Value $2.50 plush shipping and bragging rights)
2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

Thanks to Ronald Long for his opening story. Check out Ronald’s amazing Junior High Youth Ministry focused podcast “Talking Squirrels”: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-squirrels-the-middle-school-ministry-podcast/id1297070959?mt=2

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17384636Thu, 21 Mar 2019 07:05:10 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkI put a call out on Instagram for some questions, and I got some great ones, so this episode walks through the following: -What responsibilities do you give middle school students in your ministry? -What’s been the biggest thing to change in...
-What responsibilities do you give middle school students in your ministry?
-What’s been the biggest thing to change in student ministry in the last 20 years for you?
-Favorite pizza topping?
-Favorite scripture/story and why?
-How can I slow down my male pattern baldness?
-What’s your take on the sports-as-competition-for-youth-group-commitments issue?
-Getting ready to lose several leaders after this school year. What are great recruiting tips?
-If your spouse isn’t in ministry with you nor is that their calling, how do you include them?

SIGN UP FOR 30 DAYS OF DYM GOLD MEMBERSHIP, and help my wife and I get three days away to California!!!! If you sign up through MY LINK (http://fbuy.me/mfug_) you help me with a chance to win a three day trip to California, plus I’m throwing some added incentives. Send me a screen shot of your confirmation, I will throw in some freebies as well.
1. My Third Decade stickers and a button if you haven’t gotten one yet. (Value $2.50 plush shipping and bragging rights)
2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

Thanks to Ronald Long for his opening story. Check out Ronald’s amazing Junior High Youth Ministry focused podcast “Talking Squirrels”: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-squirrels-the-middle-school-ministry-podcast/id1297070959?mt=2

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2726cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/34-mtd-time-capsule-23-years-23-movies--17324990
You can see the entire list at: http://www.mythirddecade.com/23-years-23-movies/

SIGN UP FOR 30 DAYS OF DYM GOLD MEMBERSHIP, and help my wife and I get three days away to California!!!! If you sign up through MY LINK (http://fbuy.me/mfug_) you help me with a chance to win a three day trip to California, plus I’m throwing some added incentives. Send me a screen shot of your confirmation, I will throw in some freebies as well.
1. My Third Decade stickers and a button if you haven’t gotten one yet. (Value $2.50 plush shipping and bragging rights)
2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17324990Thu, 14 Mar 2019 22:36:08 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkWelcome to a different type of episode. In Time Capsule Epsiodes, I’m going to either go back to a specific year and share experiences, or pick out a highlight from every year since I’ve started, then give you my top 3-5 of each of those years. To...
You can see the entire list at: http://www.mythirddecade.com/23-years-23-movies/

SIGN UP FOR 30 DAYS OF DYM GOLD MEMBERSHIP, and help my wife and I get three days away to California!!!! If you sign up through MY LINK (http://fbuy.me/mfug_) you help me with a chance to win a three day trip to California, plus I’m throwing some added incentives. Send me a screen shot of your confirmation, I will throw in some freebies as well.
1. My Third Decade stickers and a button if you haven’t gotten one yet. (Value $2.50 plush shipping and bragging rights)
2. Dropbox link to a one off message, 4 games (one being a special version of 12 in 12), 30 day devotional, and an interactive worship experience... all not yet released on DYM... (combined value approx. $35).
3. You will get a shout out from Moses on an upcoming episode (value: priceless)
Again, sign up here: http://fbuy.me/mfug_

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade


DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2138cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-meet-the-makers-of-deadcat-youth-ministry-games--17250106https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=232

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17250106Thu, 07 Mar 2019 06:56:47 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkBrock O’Dell and John Michael Lindsay both serve on the Junior High Staff of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY. If you are familiar with the Download Youth Ministry World, they have created some of the best games DYM has to offer (like Dead...https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=232

Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

NEW SPONSOR!! Emory University’s Candler School of Theology
Looking to further your education, build your critical skills in ministry? Check them out at http://candler.emory.edu/mythirddecade

DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in othis online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org

The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2323cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-i-m-a-youth-ministry-grandpa--17108554
Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (released monthly): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17108554Thu, 21 Feb 2019 18:38:09 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMeet the replacement of my replacement. Sam Olson is the High School Pastor at my church. He is the 5th person on staff to lead our High School Ministry, and all 5 people are still on staff at our church in different roles. We talk about that, along...
Send me your epic fail, embarrassing moment, or story that just sums up youth ministry, and you could be featured in the opener of an upcoming episode.

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Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2262cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tim-tebow-s-run-the-race-movie-special-interview-w-robby-tebow--17038709
Run the Race Official Site
http://runtheracemovie.com

DYM's Youth Event Guide for Run the Race
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/run-the-race-youth-event-guide

My Third Decade in Youth Ministry Podcast w/Derry Prenkert
https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/my-third-decade/

Reeling from his mother’s death and his father’s abandonment, Zach, an All-State athlete, finds glory on the football field, working to earn a college scholarship and the brothers’ ticket out of town. When a devastating injury puts Zach—and his dreams—on the sidelines, David laces up his track cleats to salvage their future and point Zach toward hope.

In theaters February 22nd, RUN THE RACE shows what’s possible when you run to—instead of from—the overwhelming love of God.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17038709Thu, 14 Feb 2019 04:27:16 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkRun the Race is in theaters February 22nd, 2019! A great inspirational film for your youth group or family with great themes to discuss together. Enjoy this special show with executive producer Robby Tebow! Derry Prenkert, host of the My Third Decade...
Run the Race Official Site
http://runtheracemovie.com

DYM's Youth Event Guide for Run the Race
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/run-the-race-youth-event-guide

My Third Decade in Youth Ministry Podcast w/Derry Prenkert
https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/my-third-decade/

Reeling from his mother’s death and his father’s abandonment, Zach, an All-State athlete, finds glory on the football field, working to earn a college scholarship and the brothers’ ticket out of town. When a devastating injury puts Zach—and his dreams—on the sidelines, David laces up his track cleats to salvage their future and point Zach toward hope.

In theaters February 22nd, RUN THE RACE shows what’s possible when you run to—instead of from—the overwhelming love of God.]]>10792/22,before,church,download,dym,film,ministry,movie,race,review,robbie,run,screening,set,showtimes,tebow,the,tim,uscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/31-marathon-goals-visions-plans-in-youth-ministry--16978311
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-5 Star Ratings and Reviews for this or any other DYM Podcast Network Show are appreciated.

- The updated Super Sexy Super Pack on DYM https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack
11 total resources now! 3 series (one JH, one HS and one Parent), 5 games, 2 devotionals, and one set of Instagram images that can all stand separate or can create one killer month of relationship, dating and sex content for your Student Ministry.

- 3 movies to check out:
1. 8th Grade is on Amazon Prime
2. Fyre Fraud on Hulu
3. Fyre: The Greatest Party that Never Happened

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16978311Thu, 07 Feb 2019 19:57:28 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt's just me in your ear holes. Some recommendations, a powerful story of a former student breaking the silence on an important ministry topic, and a principle that has been key to help me think longevity inside youth ministry. Mentioned in the...
Mentioned in the show:
-5 Star Ratings and Reviews for this or any other DYM Podcast Network Show are appreciated.

- The updated Super Sexy Super Pack on DYM https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack
11 total resources now! 3 series (one JH, one HS and one Parent), 5 games, 2 devotionals, and one set of Instagram images that can all stand separate or can create one killer month of relationship, dating and sex content for your Student Ministry.

- 3 movies to check out:
1. 8th Grade is on Amazon Prime
2. Fyre Fraud on Hulu
3. Fyre: The Greatest Party that Never Happened

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1741cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-what-we-do-with-relationship-dating-sex-series--16828184
Mentioned in the show:
- The updated Super Sexy Super Pack on DYM (comes out Monday, January 28): https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack
11 total resources now! 3 series (one JH, one HS and one Parent), 5 games, 2 devotionals, and one set of Instagram images that can all stand separate or can create one killer month of relationship, dating and sex content for your Student Ministry.

- YM Hacks most recent podcast Episode on balancing student and leader investment: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-hacks-on-how-balance-investing-into-leaders/id1229403372?i=1000428200194&mt=2

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16828184Thu, 24 Jan 2019 07:52:10 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkI’ve talked about sex and dating with students a lot over the years. However, in 2016, I did a deeper evaluation on the why, who, what, when, and how of covering these topics inside our ministry. I share what I learned and tell you about a resource...
Mentioned in the show:
- The updated Super Sexy Super Pack on DYM (comes out Monday, January 28): https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack
11 total resources now! 3 series (one JH, one HS and one Parent), 5 games, 2 devotionals, and one set of Instagram images that can all stand separate or can create one killer month of relationship, dating and sex content for your Student Ministry.

- YM Hacks most recent podcast Episode on balancing student and leader investment: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-hacks-on-how-balance-investing-into-leaders/id1229403372?i=1000428200194&mt=2

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2118cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/29-looking-back-looking-ahead--16576476
Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

*Even though it is episode 29, it is my 30th episode… someone told me to call my first episode “Episode 00” and now it’s all jacked up. #stillgoalz]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16576476Thu, 27 Dec 2018 17:59:59 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkAt the beginning of 2018, I set a goal to realease 30 episodes of this podcast, and on this last Thursday of 2018 my this is my 30th episode* #goalz Mentioned in the show: - Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get...
Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

*Even though it is episode 29, it is my 30th episode… someone told me to call my first episode “Episode 00” and now it’s all jacked up. #stillgoalz]]>1175cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-meet-the-sherpas--16448596
Steve Anderson and Matthew McCabe are youth pastors and good friends serving in Maryland. As veteran youth pastors, they are in the trenches with you. They love youth ministry and those who do it. They started Youth Ministry Sherpas because they know what it's like to feel the weight of this calling. Their goal is to create conversations to encourage you to stay in youth ministry for a long time and experience the blessings of longevity.

Check out their show on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/youth-ministry-sherpas/id1333665959?mt=2
The website: http://youthministrysherpas.com
On Instagram: @youthministrysherpas
On Twitter: @ymsherpas

Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

Check out some of my Christmas themed games on the DYM store. Take them all and use them in your programming to create a Very Derry Christmas Party: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/holiday-or-seasonal/winter-youth-ministry-resources/christmas?author=28

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16448596Thu, 13 Dec 2018 08:05:17 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIt’s the first Podcast crossover for My Third Decade as I sit down with the Youth Ministry Sherpas to discuss why we do what we do and what we are learning this year. Between the three of us there are 54 years of youth ministry at three churches and...
Steve Anderson and Matthew McCabe are youth pastors and good friends serving in Maryland. As veteran youth pastors, they are in the trenches with you. They love youth ministry and those who do it. They started Youth Ministry Sherpas because they know what it's like to feel the weight of this calling. Their goal is to create conversations to encourage you to stay in youth ministry for a long time and experience the blessings of longevity.

Check out their show on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/youth-ministry-sherpas/id1333665959?mt=2
The website: http://youthministrysherpas.com
On Instagram: @youthministrysherpas
On Twitter: @ymsherpas

Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

Check out some of my Christmas themed games on the DYM store. Take them all and use them in your programming to create a Very Derry Christmas Party: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/holiday-or-seasonal/winter-youth-ministry-resources/christmas?author=28

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>3756cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-meet-a-youth-ministry-teenager--16399152
Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

- Follow Dan on Instagram @DanHamrick. Find Dan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dan.hamrick

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16399152Thu, 06 Dec 2018 07:04:30 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkDan Hamrick has been at the same church for 13 years (making him a Youth Ministry teenager, get it?) We sat down together and talked through his story, lessons learned along the way, and things you can learn from it. Grab something to take notes… this...
Mentioned in the show:

- Youth Pastor Diet: http://youthpastordiet.com Starts January 1. Get healthy (and maybe win some incredible prizes along the way)

- Sign up for the MTD Newsletter (1st edition not released yet): http://mythirddecade.com/newsletter

- Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

- New DYM Podcast! Leading Youth Ministry https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/category/leading-youth-ministry-podcast/

- Follow Dan on Instagram @DanHamrick. Find Dan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dan.hamrick

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast and other DYM podcasts on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2716cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/26-making-the-most-of-the-convention-nywc18-crowd-questions--16283635
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16283635Thu, 22 Nov 2018 06:30:43 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkYou should go to a youth worker conference/convention. If you do, here are my thoughts and tips on how to make the most of the convention. This episode was recorded live at National Youth Workers Convention (NYWC) 2018 in St. Louis. If you didn’t go...
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2771cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-lane-location-life-calling--16172347
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Find me at National Youth Workers Convention:
Friday 3:30 p.m. – Live My Third Decade Recording. Come to get free sticker, pin and a download of a new series for Parents: “Adolescence, Technololgy, and Parenting”
Saturday 3:30 p.m. – I’m sitting on a panel about becoming a DYM Author
Find me at one of the DYM booths throughout the weekend

Mentioned on the show:
Youth Ministry Sherpa Podcast Episode 34: Hitting the 4th Decade (holy cow; we’re old)! https://youthministrysherpas.com/2018/11/06/yms-episode-32-hitting-the-4th-decade-holy-cow-were-old/
The Longer Haul in Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 76: Reasons to Leave https://thelongerhaul.com/reasons-to-leave-youth-ministry/

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for information on the 2019 Youth Pastor Diet.


The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16172347Thu, 08 Nov 2018 22:26:49 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkBe careful having people turn to Verse 6. In this episode I walk through my recent shift in roles at my church and how I’ve had to hold three “L” words in balance as I seek to discern my direction in ministry. Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor...
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Find me at National Youth Workers Convention:
Friday 3:30 p.m. – Live My Third Decade Recording. Come to get free sticker, pin and a download of a new series for Parents: “Adolescence, Technololgy, and Parenting”
Saturday 3:30 p.m. – I’m sitting on a panel about becoming a DYM Author
Find me at one of the DYM booths throughout the weekend

Mentioned on the show:
Youth Ministry Sherpa Podcast Episode 34: Hitting the 4th Decade (holy cow; we’re old)! https://youthministrysherpas.com/2018/11/06/yms-episode-32-hitting-the-4th-decade-holy-cow-were-old/
The Longer Haul in Youth Ministry Podcast Episode 76: Reasons to Leave https://thelongerhaul.com/reasons-to-leave-youth-ministry/

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for information on the 2019 Youth Pastor Diet.


The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1616cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/24-5-youth-pastors-400lbs--16044546
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Mentioned on the show:
My Fitness Pal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
Crossfit: https://www.crossfit.com/
30 Day Plank Challenge (start slower): https://eastcobbyoga.com/2014/03/07/completed-week-1-30-day-plank-challenge/
30 Day Plank Challenge (aggressive): http://www.top.me/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/30-day-plank-challenge.png

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for information on the 2019 Youth Pastor Diet.

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16044546Thu, 25 Oct 2018 07:05:34 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIn this episode, we talk physical health. Bobby Cooley, Jeff Selph, Josh Mitchell, and Janelle Prenkert join me to discuss how they got healthy. Together, we have lost just under 400 collective pounds since beginning our journeys toward health. Be...
Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Mentioned on the show:
My Fitness Pal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
Crossfit: https://www.crossfit.com/
30 Day Plank Challenge (start slower): https://eastcobbyoga.com/2014/03/07/completed-week-1-30-day-plank-challenge/
30 Day Plank Challenge (aggressive): http://www.top.me/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/30-day-plank-challenge.png

Check out @MyThirdDecade on Twitter and Instagram or on the Facebook Page for the before/after pictures of our guests.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for information on the 2019 Youth Pastor Diet.

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>3850cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/23-meet-a-volunteer-turned-professional-counselor-turned-marriage-family-pastor-a-k-a-let-s-get-mental--159182861.Empowering High Level Volunteers
2.Navigating and addressing mental health with our students and parents.
3.Navigating and taking care of our own mental health.

Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for a bunch of my new resources that are out or coming out in the next several weeks.

“The Questionator” uses Pick Me in Sidekick to randomly generate discussion questions you can use in your next gathering. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/the-questionator-volume-one

“Celebrity Mood Match” is a Sidekick game that is basically Poser for your face, and big-time celebrities are your guides. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/celebrity-mood-match-game

“Making the Countdown Count” is a one-off message for when you are called into main service to preach. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/making-the-countdown-count


The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15918286Thu, 11 Oct 2018 07:05:02 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMarty Graverson joins me on this episode to share his story and provide some important thoughts on mental health. There are three valuable conversations in this interview that apply to any of us in youth ministry 1.Empowering High Level Volunteers...1.Empowering High Level Volunteers
2.Navigating and addressing mental health with our students and parents.
3.Navigating and taking care of our own mental health.

Be sure to check out the NEW sponsor to the show DYM University. If you haven’t, jump in our this online volunteer training course that 20,000 other youth ministry workers are already taking part in. By purchasing through this link, you actually help this show out! https://www.dymuniversity.com/a/10524/2Hn9zuot

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for a bunch of my new resources that are out or coming out in the next several weeks.

“The Questionator” uses Pick Me in Sidekick to randomly generate discussion questions you can use in your next gathering. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/the-questionator-volume-one

“Celebrity Mood Match” is a Sidekick game that is basically Poser for your face, and big-time celebrities are your guides. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/celebrity-mood-match-game

“Making the Countdown Count” is a one-off message for when you are called into main service to preach. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/making-the-countdown-count


The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2934cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-live-from-dym200-w-kurt-johnston--15864187In youth ministry since 1988, Kurt Johnston has been at Saddleback Church since 1997. Although he leads Saddleback’s kids and youth teams, he’s still a junior high pastor at heart. Kurt and his wife, Rachel, live in Southern California and have two adult children. Many would argue that Kurt literally wrote the book on Junior High Ministry… “Controlled Chaos,” which is coming out with a Revised and Expanded version on October 10, 2018 through youth cartel.
Pre-order or order here: https://theyouthcartel.com/product/controlled-chaos-making-sense-of-junior-high-ministry/

In this episode Kurt drops a ton of wisdom bombs on how to last at your church and in youth ministry. It was an honor to meet and talk with him. He’s the real deal, humble, encouraging and full of insight.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for a bunch of my new resources that are out or coming out in the next several weeks.

“Celebrity Mood Match” is a Sidekick game that is basically Poser for your face, and big-time celebrities are your guides. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/celebrity-mood-match-game

“Making the Countdown Count” is a one-off message for when you are called into main service to preach. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/making-the-countdown-count


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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15864187Thu, 04 Oct 2018 07:05:03 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkLive from DYM 200, I am joined by a youth ministry legend! In youth ministry since 1988, Kurt Johnston has been at Saddleback Church since 1997. Although he leads Saddleback’s kids and youth teams, he’s still a junior high pastor at heart. Kurt and...In youth ministry since 1988, Kurt Johnston has been at Saddleback Church since 1997. Although he leads Saddleback’s kids and youth teams, he’s still a junior high pastor at heart. Kurt and his wife, Rachel, live in Southern California and have two adult children. Many would argue that Kurt literally wrote the book on Junior High Ministry… “Controlled Chaos,” which is coming out with a Revised and Expanded version on October 10, 2018 through youth cartel.
Pre-order or order here: https://theyouthcartel.com/product/controlled-chaos-making-sense-of-junior-high-ministry/

In this episode Kurt drops a ton of wisdom bombs on how to last at your church and in youth ministry. It was an honor to meet and talk with him. He’s the real deal, humble, encouraging and full of insight.

Keep your eyes on Download Youth Ministry for a bunch of my new resources that are out or coming out in the next several weeks.

“Celebrity Mood Match” is a Sidekick game that is basically Poser for your face, and big-time celebrities are your guides. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/celebrity-mood-match-game

“Making the Countdown Count” is a one-off message for when you are called into main service to preach. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/making-the-countdown-count


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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2745cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-what-we-do-with-small-groups--15816239
It was great connecting with all you amazing folks who were along for the ride with DYM200. Look for some more episodes in the week to come that happened at the event.

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? Check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15816239Thu, 27 Sep 2018 07:05:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkJanelle joins me for her THIRD appearance as we talk about the why, the what and the how of our Small Group ministry. It was great connecting with all you amazing folks who were along for the ride with DYM200. Look for some more episodes in the...
It was great connecting with all you amazing folks who were along for the ride with DYM200. Look for some more episodes in the week to come that happened at the event.

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? Check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2320cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-meet-my-favorite-intern--15697348
Mentioned in the show:
- We are in the third decade of episodes! Thanks for joining us on the journey.
- Can’t wait to see you at DYM200.
- I have my first My Third Decade swag.. stickers! If you want one, find me at DYM200 and tell me your favorite episode or moment from the show.
- 5 star rating/review challenge: Over the next two weeks, leave an honest 5 star rating/review on iTunes, then message me with your name and address, and I’ll send you a sticker AND my son will give you a shoutout (aka roast you) on an upcoming show.

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15697348Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:05:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkGeoff Cocanower joins me for a conversation on internships. Geoff took part in all three types of internships we do at our church, and he was my first-ever resident intern, joining us for three years post-college to be trained up and take ministry...
Mentioned in the show:
- We are in the third decade of episodes! Thanks for joining us on the journey.
- Can’t wait to see you at DYM200.
- I have my first My Third Decade swag.. stickers! If you want one, find me at DYM200 and tell me your favorite episode or moment from the show.
- 5 star rating/review challenge: Over the next two weeks, leave an honest 5 star rating/review on iTunes, then message me with your name and address, and I’ll send you a sticker AND my son will give you a shoutout (aka roast you) on an upcoming show.

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2842cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-you-asked-the-qs-and-i-got-some-as--15598407http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com and click on the submit questions tab in the right corner. You can also email derry@mythirddecade.com or DM me through The Twitter, Instagram or Facebook Page.

Mentioned in the show:
Parenting Through the Phases Curriculum (so good!): https://store.thinkorange.com/parenting-through-the-phases.html
DYM University (great way to train): http://dymuniversity.com
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

If you are attending DYM200, let me know. I’d love to connect with you!


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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15598407Thu, 30 Aug 2018 07:15:05 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkThanks to Jordan, Erin, Tim, Monica, Kevin, and Anonymous for the great questions. I’d love to do more of these in the future, but I need questions. You can submit those by going to http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com and click on the submit...http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com and click on the submit questions tab in the right corner. You can also email derry@mythirddecade.com or DM me through The Twitter, Instagram or Facebook Page.

Mentioned in the show:
Parenting Through the Phases Curriculum (so good!): https://store.thinkorange.com/parenting-through-the-phases.html
DYM University (great way to train): http://dymuniversity.com
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Are you a Download Youth Ministry Member? check out the September Freebie in Sidekick for a fun “Poser”-style game I made called “Celebrity Mood Match.” If you aren’t a member, you should become one today! https://dymmembership.com/

If you are attending DYM200, let me know. I’d love to connect with you!


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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2503cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-meet-my-former-student-and-intern-who-got-married--15505497
In this episode we talk about the impact of being involved in a ministry marked by longevity, the challenges of sticking it out in urban ministry, the beauty and brokenness in the communities we serve, and about 20 other incredibly valuable insights for you.

Check out Kory and Ali’s ministry at https://www.transformation58.com/ or follow them on Instagram at @transformation.ministries

If you haven’t checked out all the other fantastic episodes the DYM Podcast Network has recently released on Camp, do it!

And speaking of the DYM Podcast Network, it looks like someone trolled us all by leaving a several one star ratings overnight. If you’d be up for helping us out by heading to any show you’ve enjoyed and leave an honest five star rating/review.

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15505497Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:14:32 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkDefinitely my most controversial episode title to date, but it’s not as scandalous as it seems. Kory and Alison Lantz are a former student and intern who did get married. Kory was a part of the youth group and graduated in 2005. Ali came on as an...
In this episode we talk about the impact of being involved in a ministry marked by longevity, the challenges of sticking it out in urban ministry, the beauty and brokenness in the communities we serve, and about 20 other incredibly valuable insights for you.

Check out Kory and Ali’s ministry at https://www.transformation58.com/ or follow them on Instagram at @transformation.ministries

If you haven’t checked out all the other fantastic episodes the DYM Podcast Network has recently released on Camp, do it!

And speaking of the DYM Podcast Network, it looks like someone trolled us all by leaving a several one star ratings overnight. If you’d be up for helping us out by heading to any show you’ve enjoyed and leave an honest five star rating/review.

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
Email derry@mythirddecade.com

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>3252cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-meet-a-student-impacted-by-summer-camps--15452933
If you haven’t checked out all the other fantastic episodes the DYM Podcast Network has recently released on Camp, do it!

And speaking of the DYM Podcast Network, it looks like someone trolled us all by leaving a several one star ratings overnight. If you’d be up for helping us out by heading to any show you’ve enjoyed and leave an honest five star rating/review

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
Email derry@mythirddecade.com

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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15452933Thu, 09 Aug 2018 05:51:57 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkThis is a bonus episode. I recorded an interview with one of our Seniors talking about for a podcast we do with our church. In it, he talked about the impact our Summer Camps have had on him. I asked the student (Dawson) if he would be okay with me...
If you haven’t checked out all the other fantastic episodes the DYM Podcast Network has recently released on Camp, do it!

And speaking of the DYM Podcast Network, it looks like someone trolled us all by leaving a several one star ratings overnight. If you’d be up for helping us out by heading to any show you’ve enjoyed and leave an honest five star rating/review

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
Email derry@mythirddecade.com

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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1681cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-meet-my-ministry-assistants--15402871
Janelle Prenkert (my wife) and Kristy Mikel (a former student and mentee of my wife who turned into her best friend) are the two primary Administrative Assistants I’ve had over my time in my role. We sit down together and talk about our stories, why they love what they do, and best practices between the up front and behind the scenes team members.

Kristy is now on the mission field in Thailand and doing amazing things to empower the underprivileged and marginalized along the Thai/Burma border. For more information on Outpour Movement and specifically the Braverly go to the following places.
Outpour Movement: http://outpourmovement.com
Bravery: http://braverly.com
Follow Braverly on Instagram @BeBraverly

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15402871Thu, 02 Aug 2018 13:25:03 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkLook, I get it. Most ministries do not have the luxury of hiring on administrative staff. However, we all need and have those behind the scenes/detail people who make our run smoother and look far better than it would if we were running it on our own....
Janelle Prenkert (my wife) and Kristy Mikel (a former student and mentee of my wife who turned into her best friend) are the two primary Administrative Assistants I’ve had over my time in my role. We sit down together and talk about our stories, why they love what they do, and best practices between the up front and behind the scenes team members.

Kristy is now on the mission field in Thailand and doing amazing things to empower the underprivileged and marginalized along the Thai/Burma border. For more information on Outpour Movement and specifically the Braverly go to the following places.
Outpour Movement: http://outpourmovement.com
Bravery: http://braverly.com
Follow Braverly on Instagram @BeBraverly

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR AN UPCOMING Q&A SHOW:
Email derry@mythirddecade.com

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The Socials:
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2861cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-meet-my-former-student-brad-bullock--15296312
Brad Bullock is a former student who met his wife in our youth group. He is now the youth pastor at Pathway Community Church in Fort Wayne, IN. For more info about Pathway go here: http://pccfw.org
To connect with Brad go here: http://pccfw.org/brad-bullock/

Check out this episode of The Morning After Ministry to hear me talk with Tim and Andrew about Summer Camp (and DYM and Disney World): https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/episode-9-a-conversation-w-sam-pettersen-west-side-safety-harbor-story-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15296312Fri, 20 Jul 2018 16:35:36 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkMeet Brad Bullock, one of the first students to say I was like a father to him (I was 25 at the time)! Brad Bullock is a former student who met his wife in our youth group. He is now the youth pastor at Pathway Community Church in Fort Wayne, IN....
Brad Bullock is a former student who met his wife in our youth group. He is now the youth pastor at Pathway Community Church in Fort Wayne, IN. For more info about Pathway go here: http://pccfw.org
To connect with Brad go here: http://pccfw.org/brad-bullock/

Check out this episode of The Morning After Ministry to hear me talk with Tim and Andrew about Summer Camp (and DYM and Disney World): https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/episode-9-a-conversation-w-sam-pettersen-west-side-safety-harbor-story-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/

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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2567cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-meet-my-replacement--15186643(Release July 5)

Show Notes:

Meet Tim Veenstra, the guy who took my job, and keeps taking it!

We are consistently coached to multiply ourselves or make ourselves replaceable as a leader in youth ministry, but what do you do when you meet the person you believe is supposed to take your position, but you don’t sense it’s time for you to step away from the church. I have been the one stepping in to replace (hear more about that in Episode 08 – Meet My Mentor), and I have been the one stepping to the side to be replaced by my guest on this episode.

Tim Veenstra is the Student Ministries Pastor at Nappanee Missionary Church. He started as a Summer intern between his Junior and Senior year of college. Upon graduation from Indiana Wesleyan University, he came on in a 2 year transition to ministry internship at NMC, and after one year, he was hired on as the High School Pastor. Tim has now been at NMC for 6 years. I’m confident you will be encouraged and challenged from our story and his words.


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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15186643Thu, 05 Jul 2018 07:15:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkEPISODE 014 – MEET MY REPLACEMENT (Release July 5) Show Notes: Meet Tim Veenstra, the guy who took my job, and keeps taking it! We are consistently coached to multiply ourselves or make ourselves replaceable as a leader in youth ministry,...(Release July 5)

Show Notes:

Meet Tim Veenstra, the guy who took my job, and keeps taking it!

We are consistently coached to multiply ourselves or make ourselves replaceable as a leader in youth ministry, but what do you do when you meet the person you believe is supposed to take your position, but you don’t sense it’s time for you to step away from the church. I have been the one stepping in to replace (hear more about that in Episode 08 – Meet My Mentor), and I have been the one stepping to the side to be replaced by my guest on this episode.

Tim Veenstra is the Student Ministries Pastor at Nappanee Missionary Church. He started as a Summer intern between his Junior and Senior year of college. Upon graduation from Indiana Wesleyan University, he came on in a 2 year transition to ministry internship at NMC, and after one year, he was hired on as the High School Pastor. Tim has now been at NMC for 6 years. I’m confident you will be encouraged and challenged from our story and his words.


The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
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The Socials:
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2832central,church,derry,doug,experience,fadi,fields,give,mentor,ministry,missionary,nappanee,prenkert,student,students,succession,successor,teenagers,veteran,youthcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-what-we-do-with-traditions--15100885Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org

Coming to you on location from one of my most favorite places in the world, I talk about how you can develop healthy traditions as well as share some of our specific traditions inside our ministry.

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
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Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15100885Thu, 21 Jun 2018 16:14:38 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to my daughter Katylynn for the Ad read. Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org Coming to you on location from one of my most favorite places in the world, I talk about how you can develop healthy...Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org

Coming to you on location from one of my most favorite places in the world, I talk about how you can develop healthy traditions as well as share some of our specific traditions inside our ministry.

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
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Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2175cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-what-we-do-with-missions-trips--14994003Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode, I share about 5 keys to how we do our cross-cultural missions trips.

For more on the Before, During and After approach, check out this article from Kara Powell, Brad Griffin and David Livermore: https://fulleryouthinstitute.org/articles/if-we-send-them-they-will-grow-maybe

Great books on Short Term Missions or engaging Students in Missions:
Deep Justice Journeys by Kara Powell: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Justice-Journeys-Leaders-Guide/dp/0310286034
What Can We Do by David Livermore and Terry Linhart (I was interviewed in part of this book): https://www.amazon.com/What-Can-We-Practical-Conscience/dp/0310670357/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
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Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14994003Thu, 07 Jun 2018 18:25:07 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to my daughter Katylynn for the Ad read. Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and...Be sure to check out our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode, I share about 5 keys to how we do our cross-cultural missions trips.

For more on the Before, During and After approach, check out this article from Kara Powell, Brad Griffin and David Livermore: https://fulleryouthinstitute.org/articles/if-we-send-them-they-will-grow-maybe

Great books on Short Term Missions or engaging Students in Missions:
Deep Justice Journeys by Kara Powell: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Justice-Journeys-Leaders-Guide/dp/0310286034
What Can We Do by David Livermore and Terry Linhart (I was interviewed in part of this book): https://www.amazon.com/What-Can-We-Practical-Conscience/dp/0310670357/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1894cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-failures--148687921.Not catching the vision to invest in and empower leaders.
2.Dumping instead of delegating.
3.Siloing our Student Ministry.
4.Letting my ministry = my identity.
I’m grateful that I’ve been able to identify these failures and grow through them.

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

Special thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14868792Thu, 24 May 2018 12:15:06 +0000DYM Podcast Network20+ years of youth ministry comes with it’s share of struggles and failures. In this episode I walk through four failures in how I approached ministry at different points along the way. 1.Not catching the vision to invest in and empower leaders....1.Not catching the vision to invest in and empower leaders.
2.Dumping instead of delegating.
3.Siloing our Student Ministry.
4.Letting my ministry = my identity.
I’m grateful that I’ve been able to identify these failures and grow through them.

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

Special thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org]]>1560cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-what-we-do-with-6th-grade--14717137The rivalry with Josh on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/936744550181326848
https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/938203032877191168

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode,
1.I answer a question about a female pastor ministering to male students.
2.I answer a question about hiring young staff.
3.I talk about what we do to transition our 6th Grade into the Student Ministry world.

This episode’s recommendation:
The Youth Ministry Sherpas Podcast.
http://youthministrysherpas.com/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

Special thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14717137Thu, 10 May 2018 13:05:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to my son Moses for the Ad read. The rivalry with Josh on Twitter: https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/936744550181326848 https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/938203032877191168 Every once in a while I want to share...The rivalry with Josh on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/936744550181326848
https://twitter.com/derryprenkert/status/938203032877191168

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode,
1.I answer a question about a female pastor ministering to male students.
2.I answer a question about hiring young staff.
3.I talk about what we do to transition our 6th Grade into the Student Ministry world.

This episode’s recommendation:
The Youth Ministry Sherpas Podcast.
http://youthministrysherpas.com/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network and submit questions: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com

Special thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org]]>1949cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-what-we-do-with-seniors--14709039http://givecentral.org

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode, I talk about Graduation season and what we do with our Seniors as a part of our Sticky Faith Initiatvie.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Fuller Youth Institiutes Sticky Faith Resources: http://stickyfaith.org

My Senior Super Pack (12 resources all tied to our Sticky Faith Bridge) https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

*You can purchase the 12 resources individually or in one entire bundle at 50% the cost.

THE BIG CONTEST DRAWING HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE! Congrats to our two winners…. (you have to listen to find out who they are)

The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack

The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

This episode’s recommendations: Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee with Jerry Seinfeld.

On Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80171362

Website: http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee.com/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitterand Instagram@mythirddecade

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry:  https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14709039Fri, 04 May 2018 19:22:57 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas...http://givecentral.org

Every once in a while I want to share what we do in our ministry and why we do it. The hope is not for you to copy and paste what we do, but hopefully pull some principles and ideas that could be transferred to your context.

In this episode, I talk about Graduation season and what we do with our Seniors as a part of our Sticky Faith Initiatvie.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Fuller Youth Institiutes Sticky Faith Resources: http://stickyfaith.org

My Senior Super Pack (12 resources all tied to our Sticky Faith Bridge) https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

*You can purchase the 12 resources individually or in one entire bundle at 50% the cost.

THE BIG CONTEST DRAWING HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE! Congrats to our two winners…. (you have to listen to find out who they are)

The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack

The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

This episode’s recommendations: Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee with Jerry Seinfeld.

On Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80171362

Website: http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee.com/

Check out the other amazing podcasts in the DYM Podcast Network: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitterand Instagram@mythirddecade

Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry:  https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28

Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2117cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-meet-my-mentor--14613919http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/ and, as always, Give Central: http://givecentral.org


When it came to introducing you to my friends, it only made sense to start with my wife Janelle Prenkert. It also only made sense to have the second guest by my mentor Terry Bley. Terry is the one who brought me on staff at my church and willingly moved to the side to allow me to grow in leadership. He currently serves as the Life Development Pastor at Nappanee Missionary Church where is has been on staff since 1992 (yeah he’s been on staff at a church longer than a lot of you have been alive). Get ready to hear a great story of another guy’s journey of longevity as well as be challenged to be a multiplier. Terry talks a lot about internships. If you want to connect more with him, you can find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TerryLBley

THE BIG CONTEST DRAWING IS NEXT WEEK! I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Three ways to enter for a total of :
1.Leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
2.Tag an episode or social media profile to one of the other shows on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram (and tag this show as well so I know you did it) and you can get one entry per tag.
3.Look for a post on Instagram that has a pic saying “Pick Me?” Leave a comment, and you get an entry.

The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14613919Thu, 26 Apr 2018 07:05:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to this episodes sponsor XP3 Curriculum from Orange: http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/ and, as always, Give Central: http://givecentral.org When it came to introducing you to my friends, it only made sense to start with my wife...http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/ and, as always, Give Central: http://givecentral.org


When it came to introducing you to my friends, it only made sense to start with my wife Janelle Prenkert. It also only made sense to have the second guest by my mentor Terry Bley. Terry is the one who brought me on staff at my church and willingly moved to the side to allow me to grow in leadership. He currently serves as the Life Development Pastor at Nappanee Missionary Church where is has been on staff since 1992 (yeah he’s been on staff at a church longer than a lot of you have been alive). Get ready to hear a great story of another guy’s journey of longevity as well as be challenged to be a multiplier. Terry talks a lot about internships. If you want to connect more with him, you can find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TerryLBley

THE BIG CONTEST DRAWING IS NEXT WEEK! I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Three ways to enter for a total of :
1.Leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
2.Tag an episode or social media profile to one of the other shows on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram (and tag this show as well so I know you did it) and you can get one entry per tag.
3.Look for a post on Instagram that has a pic saying “Pick Me?” Leave a comment, and you get an entry.

The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2765cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-meet-my-wife--14493062
It’s time for Phase 2 in the My Third Decade Universe. Phase 1 has been MY STORY… solo shows all centering around my journey of 20+ years in Student Ministry at the same church and lessons learned along the way. In Phase 2 you are going to meet MY PEOPLE… these episodes will be interviews with a variety of folks who have played into this journey of longevity. I can’t wait for you to meet them!

It only made sense to start with the most consistent AND important individual in this journey… my wife Janelle Prenkert. Besides being a “youth pastors wife,” Janelle has her own story of long term Student Ministry and varying staff roles inside the profession. If you have are in ministry and are married, listen closely to hear some great insights, and then maybe pass this episode onto your spouse so he/she can enjoy it as well.

THE BIG CONTEST CONTINUES. At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Now three ways to enter:
1.Leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
2.Tag an episode or social media profile to one of the other shows on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram (and tag this show as well so I know you did it) and you can get one entry per tag.
3.Look for a post on Instagram that has a pic saying “Pick Me?” Leave a comment, and you get an entry.

Finally, JANELLE’S recommendations to keep your spouse from hating the church when you are working on something late at night:
-Toy Blast by Peak Games https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/toy-blast/id890378044?mt=8
-Block! Hexa Puzzle™ by BitMango https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/block-hexa-puzzle/id1095572547?mt=8
-And the greatest board game ever… Ticket to Ride: https://www.daysofwonder.com/tickettoride/en/

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14493062Thu, 12 Apr 2018 15:51:59 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkSpecial thanks to this episodes sponsor XP3 Curriculum from Orange: It’s time for Phase 2 in the My Third Decade Universe. Phase 1 has been MY STORY… solo shows all centering around my journey of 20+ years in Student Ministry at the same church...
It’s time for Phase 2 in the My Third Decade Universe. Phase 1 has been MY STORY… solo shows all centering around my journey of 20+ years in Student Ministry at the same church and lessons learned along the way. In Phase 2 you are going to meet MY PEOPLE… these episodes will be interviews with a variety of folks who have played into this journey of longevity. I can’t wait for you to meet them!

It only made sense to start with the most consistent AND important individual in this journey… my wife Janelle Prenkert. Besides being a “youth pastors wife,” Janelle has her own story of long term Student Ministry and varying staff roles inside the profession. If you have are in ministry and are married, listen closely to hear some great insights, and then maybe pass this episode onto your spouse so he/she can enjoy it as well.

THE BIG CONTEST CONTINUES. At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Now three ways to enter:
1.Leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
2.Tag an episode or social media profile to one of the other shows on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram (and tag this show as well so I know you did it) and you can get one entry per tag.
3.Look for a post on Instagram that has a pic saying “Pick Me?” Leave a comment, and you get an entry.

Finally, JANELLE’S recommendations to keep your spouse from hating the church when you are working on something late at night:
-Toy Blast by Peak Games https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/toy-blast/id890378044?mt=8
-Block! Hexa Puzzle™ by BitMango https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/block-hexa-puzzle/id1095572547?mt=8
-And the greatest board game ever… Ticket to Ride: https://www.daysofwonder.com/tickettoride/en/

The Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
THE PLACE for YM Resources: http://downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @mythirddecade
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2817cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-clout-builders-clout-killers--14400604
Thanks to CJ for the question.
Thanks to XP3 Curriculum for sponsoring this episode: http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/
Thanks to our Sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org
Check out the other podcasts in the DYM Network: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

ENTER TO WIN THE SUPER SUPER PACK
At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Get 1 entry for each of the following:
1.Leave a 5 star rating and review for the podcast on iTunes
2.Leve a 5 star rating and review for the podcast on the MTD Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
3.Share an episode from one of the other DYM Podcast network shows on Twitter
4.Share an episode from one of the other DYM Podcast network shows on Facebook
5.@mention one of the Instagram accounts for the other shows in an insta post.

Be sure to tag @mythirddecade in the post so I can track if you do it)

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14400604Thu, 29 Mar 2018 04:05:05 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkClout… say that word 10 times and it will sound really weird. I say it about 50 times in this episode as I talk about ways I was able to build up relational credibility and trust among key groups tied to my ministry life. I walked through a lot of...
Thanks to CJ for the question.
Thanks to XP3 Curriculum for sponsoring this episode: http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/
Thanks to our Sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org
Check out the other podcasts in the DYM Network: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

ENTER TO WIN THE SUPER SUPER PACK
At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

Get 1 entry for each of the following:
1.Leave a 5 star rating and review for the podcast on iTunes
2.Leve a 5 star rating and review for the podcast on the MTD Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
3.Share an episode from one of the other DYM Podcast network shows on Twitter
4.Share an episode from one of the other DYM Podcast network shows on Facebook
5.@mention one of the Instagram accounts for the other shows in an insta post.

Be sure to tag @mythirddecade in the post so I can track if you do it)

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2092cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-sprint-walk-rest--14274104https://blog.downloadyouthministry.com/sprint-walk-rest/

Time for some giveaways!
1st, if you submit a question (submit it here: and I read it on the show, you get a free download of the following month’s “Holiday or Not-a-day” game. For example, Kyle Creel is winning a download of the April version (available here: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/holiday-or-not-a-day-april

2nd is the BIG contest. At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

There will be multiple ways to enter your name, and you can get multiple entries.
To start, leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade

More ways to enter still to come!

Finally, a subtle recommendation if you want to start reading Marvel Comics. Check out Marvel Unlimited (not a sponsor… yet!) http://marvel.com/comics/unlimited

The Actual Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14274104Thu, 15 Mar 2018 11:00:06 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkDaily balance in the Student Ministry world is a pipe dream, but balance can be found over a span of time. This episode draws from a blogpost you can read here: https://blog.downloadyouthministry.com/sprint-walk-rest/ Time for some giveaways!...https://blog.downloadyouthministry.com/sprint-walk-rest/

Time for some giveaways!
1st, if you submit a question (submit it here: and I read it on the show, you get a free download of the following month’s “Holiday or Not-a-day” game. For example, Kyle Creel is winning a download of the April version (available here: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/holiday-or-not-a-day-april

2nd is the BIG contest. At the end of April I’m going to pick not one, but TWO winners through the Pick Me Game on the DYM Games App. Those winners will each win what I’ve dubbed the “Super Super Pack”... my three Super Packs. 30 total resources individually valued at over $200.
The Senior Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack
The Parents Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/parent-super-pack
The Super Sexy Super Pack: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/super-sexy-super-pack

There will be multiple ways to enter your name, and you can get multiple entries.
To start, leave a 5 Star Rating and submit a review on iTunes for one entry, and then another 5 Star Rating and review on the “My Third Decade” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade

More ways to enter still to come!

Finally, a subtle recommendation if you want to start reading Marvel Comics. Check out Marvel Unlimited (not a sponsor… yet!) http://marvel.com/comics/unlimited

The Actual Sponsor: http://givecentral.org
The Podcast on the Web: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com

The Socials:
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1955cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-five-times-i-almost-quit--14048113
Referenced in the Show:
- Thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org
- Podcast Network Site: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
- What Happened/What's Next Missions Trip Debrief Resource: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next


Recommendations:
The Disney Dish With Jim Hill: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disney-dish-with-jim-hill/id452620851?mt=2
ESPN's 30 for 30: https://30for30podcasts.com/
Reply All: https://www.gimletmedia.com/reply-all/ (start with the Episode "Long Distance")
Disclaimer: These three podcasts are not faith-based. The language may get salty at times and there are beliefs/opinions shared that don't always reflect my personal faith/opinions.

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14048113Thu, 01 Mar 2018 14:15:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIf you think the past 21 years of Student Ministry at the same church have been filled with only Skittles, rainbows and ponies, be prepared for disappointment. The reality is ministry can get tough, tricky and lonely. We may want to quit or give up. I...
Referenced in the Show:
- Thanks to our sponsor Give Central: http://givecentral.org
- Podcast Network Site: http://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com
- What Happened/What's Next Missions Trip Debrief Resource: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/what-happened-whats-next


Recommendations:
The Disney Dish With Jim Hill: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disney-dish-with-jim-hill/id452620851?mt=2
ESPN's 30 for 30: https://30for30podcasts.com/
Reply All: https://www.gimletmedia.com/reply-all/ (start with the Episode "Long Distance")
Disclaimer: These three podcasts are not faith-based. The language may get salty at times and there are beliefs/opinions shared that don't always reflect my personal faith/opinions.

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>2106cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-03-nailing-the-transitions-part-2--13850856
Recommendations:
The Sticky Faith research with Fuller Youth Institute: http://stickyfaith.org
Senior Super Pack on DYM:
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13850856Thu, 15 Feb 2018 08:05:03 +0000DYM Podcast Network"With longevity comes the need to reinvent yourself." (thanks for the quote Jalen Rose) Last episode, we talked about ways I've transitioned my role inside my current church and youth ministry. This episode, we talk navigating life transitions and...
Recommendations:
The Sticky Faith research with Fuller Youth Institute: http://stickyfaith.org
Senior Super Pack on DYM:
https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/the-senior-super-pack

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28
Email: derry@mythirddecade.com]]>1638cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-02-nailing-the-transitions-part-1--13850847
My hope is that through sharing my story, you will be encouraged, challenged and/or inspired in your own student ministry story that could some day be measured in decades.

Recommendations:
The Just a Phase Project (from Orange) http://justaphase.com/
Sam Petterson's amazing Transition Videos available at his DYM author Page: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=78

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13850847Thu, 01 Feb 2018 08:05:04 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkWhat if you were able to transition your role inside your current church in order to stay there and stay in student ministry? You can, because I have done that. In this episode, I walk through 8 different roles I've held at my church (all inside the...
My hope is that through sharing my story, you will be encouraged, challenged and/or inspired in your own student ministry story that could some day be measured in decades.

Recommendations:
The Just a Phase Project (from Orange) http://justaphase.com/
Sam Petterson's amazing Transition Videos available at his DYM author Page: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=78

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>1539cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-01-the-setup--13850846
Recommendations:
Join the DYM Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DYMCommunity
Jeff Manion's awesome book: https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Big-Think-Small-Extraordinary/dp/0310328578

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13850846Sat, 20 Jan 2018 21:31:21 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkIn this episode I explain why I might actually stink at youth ministry and may simply be a product of an incredible environment. I walk through three key factors that were present at my church that set me up for longevity, and some principles I think...
Recommendations:
Join the DYM Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DYMCommunity
Jeff Manion's awesome book: https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Big-Think-Small-Extraordinary/dp/0310328578

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>1321cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-00-introductions--13850831In this episode you will get to know me, Derry Prenkert, and hear what the point of this podcast really is.

Check out Nappanee, Indiana:
The promo piece put out by the city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOtM2D5R_e0
A video made by our HSM students for an Outreach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4ASJk9NdZ0

Check out Nappanee Missionary Church:
The church website: http://www.nmc.church
A message from Pastor Dave Engbrecht conveying the church vision and mission: https://nmc.church/media/sermon-series/nmc101-our-mission-our-vision-our-values/

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13850831Thu, 11 Jan 2018 21:20:00 +0000DYM Podcast NetworkWelcome to... my podcast. In this episode you will get to know me, Derry Prenkert, and hear what the point of this podcast really is. Check out Nappanee, Indiana: The promo piece put out by the city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOtM2D5R_e0...In this episode you will get to know me, Derry Prenkert, and hear what the point of this podcast really is.

Check out Nappanee, Indiana:
The promo piece put out by the city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOtM2D5R_e0
A video made by our HSM students for an Outreach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4ASJk9NdZ0

Check out Nappanee Missionary Church:
The church website: http://www.nmc.church
A message from Pastor Dave Engbrecht conveying the church vision and mission: https://nmc.church/media/sermon-series/nmc101-our-mission-our-vision-our-values/

The Podcast on the Web (Follow Me):
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/mythirddecade
Follow on Twitter and Instagram @derryprenkert
Check out Derry's resources on Download Youth Ministry: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=28]]>1306church,decade,derry,download,dym,first,longevity,min,ministry,missionary,nappanee,prenkert,show,third,youthcleanfull