Parhaat Youth Leader Podcastit (2024)

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Stay refreshed | Jeremiah 31:25-26 11:33

6d ago11:33

11:33

What can we do as leaders to stay refreshed? In this episode, Andy Castle explores the importance of our daily, weekly and termly refreshment moments. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive You…

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Overcoming anxiety | Psalm 37:1-7 10:06

13d ago10:06

10:06

Anxiety is increasing amongst our young people. This episode explores how Psalm 37 shows us ways to distract ourselves from our fears and to focus our attention on God. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Fou…

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Out of control | Mark 9:14-29 8:43

20d ago8:43

8:43

If only one person can be in control at any one time, what if the choice was between you being in control and God being so? That's what Andy Castle wrestles with in this week's episode. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy …

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Time to retreat | Psalm 27:4 10:32

27d ago10:32

10:32

Purposefully taking time out to retreat and to focus on our own relationship with God is essential if we want to lead healthy, leadership lives. Yet so many of us find this hard to do. Andy encourages us to set times aside to do this, regardless of whether we think we can find the time! He also mentions TallTrees, a wonderful retreat house in the M…

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How do you want to see your youth ministry grow? | Jeremiah 18:2-6 10:17

1M ago10:17

10:17

How would you answer this question? What do you want God to do most in your ministry? Andy Castle explores this issue in this week's episode and encourages us to reframe the question. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Ca…

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Does God tell dad jokes? | Jeremiah 1:11-14 9:51

1M ago9:51

9:51

As someone accused of too many dad jokes, this week Andy considers whether it might be possible that God tells Jeremiah one! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can als…

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Teach us to pray | Luke 11:1-4 9:38

2M ago9:38

9:38

In this week's episode, we explore the importance of teaching our young people how to pray, just as the disciples asked the same of Jesus. Andy Castle explores how this needs to start with us, as leaders, continuing to learn how to pray as well. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young pe…

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Loving your church | 1 Peter 2:9 10:09

3M ago10:09

10:09

In this episode we think about the importance of honouring and loving our own church fellowship, the good bits and the bad! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also…

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The necessity of practice and obedience | Matthew 5:17-20 10:13

3M ago10:13

10:13

This week, Andy Castle, founder & CEO of Thrive Youth Ministries, thinks about role models and how it is essential that we not only teach well but that we practice all that we teach, and the importance of keeping the Law. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context…

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Hanging onto every word | Luke 19:45-48 9:36

3M ago9:36

9:36

A new season and a new focus! In this week's episode, Andy Castle asks what you would do if your church service was disrupted and what our first priority should be. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder…

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Conversations with God | Exodus 33:12-17 10:59

6M ago10:59

10:59

This week, Andy Castle thinks about the partnership Moses had with God and how his prayer life seemed more of a conversation than anything else. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Min…

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The Challenge of Integrity | Proverbs 5:21 9:27

6M ago9:27

9:27

What if we realised that God's eye is always watching over us? Would it make a difference. In this episode, Andy Castle explores the issue of integrity and living a focused life. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle,…

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Loving the Word | Jeremiah 23:29 10:05

6M ago10:05

10:05

Most Christians would say they are Bible believers but in this episode Andy Castle asks, are you a Bible reader? If the Bible is God's word to us, surely we have to make sure to actually read it! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presente…

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Extravagant generosity | 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 9:59

7M ago9:59

9:59

In this episode, Andy Castle explores the fifth and final core value of Thrive Youth Ministries: extravagant generosity. He thinks about the importance of being generous in all things as we follow an extravagant God. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Eac…

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Purposefully encouraging & building others up | 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 8:33

7M ago8:33

8:33

In week four of our series exploring Thrive's core values, Andy Castle thinks about how we need to be intentional in encouraging those around us and how we can help them look to Jesus to keep on growing. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is …

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Dynamic & life-giving | John 10:10 7:23

7M ago7:23

7:23

Continuing our short series, exploring Thrive's core values, this week Andy Castle looks at the importance of being Dynamic and Life-giving. Are you a radiator or a drain? 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & …

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Making a Kingdom difference | Matthew 28:19-20 9:58

8M ago9:58

9:58

Thrive's second core value is 'making a Kingdom difference' and in this episode, Andy Castle explores what this means and what it might look like for each of us in our day to day ministries. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by …

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Courageous dependence on the Spirit | Galatians 5:13-25 8:49

8M ago8:49

8:49

In this episode, Andy Castle reflects on the first of five core values that Thrive holds. What does courageous dependence on the Spirit look like and why is it important? What impact might it have on your life and ministry? 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church conte…

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Guard your heart | Matthew 12:34 9:03

8M ago9:03

9:03

This week we think about the importance of integrity and how we need to protect what influences our heart so that we can confident that we are speaking well and communicating safely. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Cas…

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Keep smiling! | Romans 15:5-6 9:36

8M ago9:36

9:36

It's a new term and a new season! In this episode, Thrive's Andy Castle talks about how little changes can make a big difference and how we need to looking out for ways to encourage and support the young people we work with. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church cont…

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What are your hopes for the year ahead 9:09

9M ago9:09

9:09

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in January'22. In it, Andy thinks about the year ahead and explores what your hopes and dreams might be. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with childr…

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Entertaining angels 8:02

9M ago8:02

8:02

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in December'21. In it, Andy thinks about the importance of being honest, live with integrity and to put God first in all that we do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at al…

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Time to celebrate 10:34

9M ago10:34

10:34

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in November'21, when Thrive had just celebrated its 10th anniversary (this coming November will be our 12th!). In it, Andy thinks about taking time to celebrate what God has done, and celebratin…

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How to avoid complaining and moaning 9:32

9M ago9:32

9:32

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in August'21. In it, Andy thinks about how Jesus never complained and how we can become the same, avoiding the temptation to complain and moan whenever life does not go our way. 'The Heart of a …

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Courageous for Christ 12:11

10M ago12:11

12:11

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in July'21, just after England lost to Italy in the Euros cup final. In it, Andy thinks about the difference between worldly courage and having a courageous dependence on the Spirit. 'The Heart …

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The humility of Jesus 9:32

10M ago9:32

9:32

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in July'21. In it, Andy reflects on what humility is, how you know you have it and how we see it best displayed in Jesus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who…

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How approachable was Jesus? 9:31

10M ago9:31

9:31

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in June'21, at the time when Queen Elizabeth II was still alive and well. Andy explores how approachable Jesus was and how we can always be in His presence. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a we…

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Honour God in all things 9:07

10M ago9:07

9:07

Over the summer, we are listening back to some of our older episodes and reminding ourselves of God's goodness. This week's episode was originally released in May'21. In it, Andy thinks about the importance of being honest, live with integrity and to put God first in all that we do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all tho…

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Resting and Retreating | 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 10:07

10M ago10:07

10:07

Andy Castle talks about the importance of rest, Sabbath and retreating. We need to go at God's pace and not always be racing ahead. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You …

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Getting God's Guidance | Psalm 107:1-9 10:04

11M ago10:04

10:04

When life is busy it is so easy to simply try doing more and to make our own decisions on how to respond to the busyness. In this episode, Andy explores how it might be more helpful to step back a moment and ask God for what He wants you to do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young peo…

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Facing your fears | Deuteronomy 31:6-8 9:15

11M ago9:15

9:15

This week, we think about the pandemic and the effect is has had on young people today, and how we can help them deal with their struggles, emotions and anxieties. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder …

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Wearing the right clothes | Colossians 3:12 8:49

11M ago8:49

8:49

In this episode, we explore how we can start the day on the right foot and preparing ourselves properly for the day ahead. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also …

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Living for the teacher | Acts 7:48-60 8:52

11M ago8:52

8:52

The martyring of Stephen is such an inspiring story. This week, Andy Castle looks at this story and notices where Stephen has his focus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.…

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The prayer sandwich | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 9:29

12M ago9:29

9:29

Following on from the last episode, Andy Castle explores how the model of Rejoicing, Praying and Thanksgiving creates a wonderful positive and healthy way to pray. Enjoy! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & F…

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What is God's will for your life? | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 10:01

12M ago10:01

10:01

Do you know what God's will for your life is? In this episode, Andy talks about what the apostle Paul considers the answer to this question. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministr…

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Finding breathing room | Psalm 61 9:36

1y ago9:36

9:36

In this episode, Andy Castle talks about the trap of being too busy, too often and how we need to find space to keep our eyes on Jesus. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. …

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A sanctuary during bad times | Psalm 9:7-10 9:14

1y ago9:14

9:14

This week, Andy thinks about the challenges that face young people as well as how we need to take good care of ourselves, as youth leaders. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministri…

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What's God been saying to you? | Psalm 9:1-2 9:27

1y ago9:27

9:27

In this episode, Andy Castle looks at how our thankfulness leads us to worship and how we need to encourage each other with stories of what God is doing in our lives and in our youth groups. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by …

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How do you plan? | Proverbs 16:1-9 10:22

1y ago10:22

10:22

Are you a careful planner or do you prefer to go with the flow? This week, Andy Castle explores both approaches and asks what does God want us to do? 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Yout…

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Living the Commandments | Exodus 20:1-17 11:18

1y ago11:18

11:18

We all know the 10 Commandments but how are we helping our young people to live them out? A challenging thought this week! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries. You can also …

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Learning to wait | Psalm 130:5-6 9:03

1y ago9:03

9:03

In amongst the busyness and the planning, we need to learn to keep waiting on God, for His leading, His guidance and His voice. But how do we go about this? In this episode, Andy talks about an app called 'Centering Prayer'. You can find about more that here, but Thrive has nothing to do with it, and are not getting any kind of benefit from promoti…

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Praying one young person at a time | Romans 15:13 10:34

1y ago10:34

10:34

What if each and every young person had at least one adult praying for them each week? What difference might that make? In this episode, Andy Castle thinks about this a bit and uses this verse from the book of Romans to inspire us with what we can be praying. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with childre…

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Danger of over-working | Psalm 42 8:43

1y ago8:43

8:43

This is an important episode for many of us. We have a tendency to exhaust ourselves and to be too busy, yet our real need is to be dependent on God for all we need and to stop. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, …

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Moralistic Therapeutic Deism! | Romans 3:20-24 9:20

1y ago9:20

9:20

Don't be put off by the title! In this episode, Andy Castle explores the danger of youth ministry being more about being nice than receiving the gift of the grace of God. Enjoy! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, …

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Are you set in your ways? | Psalm 25:4-5 8:53

1+ y ago8:53

8:53

This week, Andy Castle talks about the need to not get over-busy or to be over focussed on what we do, but to keep in step with what Jesus is doing and asking us to be like. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO …

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Who are you working for? | Colossians 3:23-24 9:13

1+ y ago9:13

9:13

There's no question how hard youth workers work but it often a thankless task. It is so important to keep our focus right. In this week's episode, Andy talks about keeping our focus on the vision and not on the challenges. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church contex…

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Are you a planner or a reactor? | Psalm 127:1-2 7:22

1+ y ago7:22

7:22

Most of us are either committed planners or we tend to react to circumstances. In this episode, Andy explores how we need to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, either way, as He is the ultimate builder. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presen…

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What's your outlook? | 2 Corinthians 9:8 8:50

1+ y ago8:50

8:50

In the first episode of a new season, Andy Castle looks at how we can have different feelings about the year ahead, and how our outlook affects what we do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thriv…

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Obedience whatever the cost | Luke 1:26-38 8:10

1+ y ago8:10

8:10

Andy Castle looks at Mary, the mother of Jesus, and wonders what would have happened if Mary had said no the Angel Gabriel, and considers how we might need to say 'Yes!' to whatever God asks us to do. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is pre…

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You are God's masterpiece | Ephesians 2:8-10 7:30

1+ y ago7:30

7:30

It's a busy time of year and the work is full on. In this episode, Andy Castle encourages us to pause during our busyness and to keep focused on what's important. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder o…

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