The Youth Group Podcast The Theological Youth Group (with Mike McGarry from Youth Pastor Theologian)
Apr 23, 2025
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Overcoming Stutter to Teach Bible
- Mike McGarry was shy with a severe stutter but found teaching the Bible flowed naturally for him.
- This experience confirmed his calling to youth ministry despite early doubts about public speaking.
Include Youth in Church Worship
- Encourage teenagers to attend corporate worship with the whole church, not just youth-specific events.
- Structure youth ministry with Sunday school for Bible study and Sunday evening youth group including games, teaching, and small groups.
Youth Ministry is Theological Work
- Youth ministry is inherently theological, involving questions about God, identity, and Christian living.
- There's a lack of theological content and support for youth pastors who want meaningful, challenging discussions with teens.