Episode 45: More Than A Weekend: The Art Of Intentional Youth Retreats

Summary:In this episode of the Youth Ministry Soul Keeper Podcast, hosts James and Todd discuss the nuances of youth retreats, including the debate between fall and winter retreats, tips for speakers, and the importance of building relationships with youth. They also address how to handle unexpected situations during retreats and emphasize the significance of clear communication and expectations between youth pastors and speakers. The conversation wraps up with practical advice for creating positive retreat experiences.Takeaways:Clear expectations help speakers deliver better messages.Building relationships with youth enhances the impact of the message.Being low maintenance as a speaker eases the host's stress.Treating volunteers as heroes fosters a positive environment.Assessing the situation calmly is crucial in a crisis.Documenting decisions helps maintain transparency with parents.Swag can create a sense of belonging among youth.Engaging with students during free time builds rapport.The focus should always be on the well-being of the kids.Show Notes:ADAM KEEHN FOUNDATIONhttps://adamkeehnfoundation.com/Connect With The Show:Webpage - https://ymsoulkeeper.carrd.coFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088943467640&sk=followersInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ymsoulkeeper/Youtube (watch pod vids here) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIqvY3ftXO8-8poUuRYUZ8wTwitter - https://twitter.com/YMSoulKeeperConnect with James:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamessabin13/ / https://www.instagram.com/edgestudentministries/Instagram EDGE Students - https://www.instagram.com/edgestudentministries/Youtube EDGE Students - https://www.youtube.com/@MinistryEDGEYouthConnect with Todd:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/toddpearageInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/toddpearage/Twitter - https://twitter.com/toddpearageWe would love to hear from you with questions and comments at the following email: [e-mail] Out Coleader and plan your next month of ministry in just one click - https://www.coleader.coSign-up for Coleader here: https://share.coleader.co/SikZuk/joinGet help with the weekly grind with the help of Download Youth Ministry here - https://www.downloadyouthministry.comYouth Leader Summit Conferences: https://www.youthleadersummit.com/Connect with Guest Co-Host - Eben EddyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ebeneddy/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eben.eddy