Talking Youth Ministry - A Youthscape Podcast Six Big Ideas for 2026
Jan 8, 2026
The hosts kick off the new term with a lively discussion on what's ahead for youth ministry. They dive into cultural trends, predicting nostalgic comebacks and examining the cringe factor of 2025. AI's impact on creativity and relationships raises eyebrows, while opportunities around the World Cup 2026 are explored as potential community-building events. Self-care for youth workers is emphasized amid a polarized climate. And, of course, a playful snow-themed quiz adds some lighthearted fun to the mix!
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Prayer, Tech Fail, And Laughter
- The hosts open with a tech-failure story where Lucy's pre-match prayer coincided with a mic falling off.
- They laughed about corpsing and decided to make the episode longer because of it.
Pomade Shortage Holiday Tale
- Martin shares small Christmas-present frustrations, like his discontinued pomade and buying spares that ran out.
- He jokes listeners should buy him more if they find it in shops.
Use The Four-Gift Rule For Kids
- Lucy shares listener Joe's four-gift rule: something you want, need, wear, and read to curb overspending.
- She recommends keeping Santa gifts distinct to avoid confusion about big presents.