The Youth Group Podcast Power, Safe Relationships, and Shrek
Nov 12, 2025
Tim and Tom explore the intersection of pop culture and youth ministry, highlighting influences from K-pop and Shrek. They discuss the importance of addressing domestic abuse and fostering healthy group dynamics. Insights into enhancing family connections touch on practical strategies for engagement. The conversation also delves into addressing modern relationship topics and prioritizing youth voices in discussions. Overall, they emphasize creating a culture of openness and awareness while planning for impactful future activities.
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Teaching Power With Games And Stories
- Tim ran the Before It Starts session on power with games, videos, and a domestic abuse survivor story to gently introduce power dynamics.
- His junior boys made balloon faces to describe characters and discussed how unnoticed power affects daily safety.
Protect And Monitor Group Culture
- Build a healthy youth culture proactively; notice small group issues and address new members' maturity.
- Keep monitoring culture because one new person can change group dynamics quickly.
Primary Prevention By Naming Power
- The curriculum caused girls to discuss dating and boys to recognise hidden power they already hold.
- Primary prevention works by helping young people see and name power before relationships escalate.