Switch Leader Podcast

It’s Summer: How About Some Goals

We're heading into summer break and want to make the most of it. Listen as we talk through ideas on how to build relationships in the summer and how to set goals to make sure it happens! 

Challenging Students to Be Consistent

We know that consistency as leaders is vital, but what does it look like to challenge our students to do the same? This week we talk with Kaitlyn and Gabi about some practical ways for you to influence your students during the summer months to be fully devoted followers of Christ! 

Don’t Let Summer Stop You!

We know connecting with parents is important, but it's also very difficult. Adding summer time to an already challenging aspect of youth ministry can feel like one more ride on the struggle bus. This week we talk about some practical ways for you to partner with parents and how to get some significant wins in this area over the summer! 

Building a Core in the Summer

Switch is continuing on into the summer this year and we're excited about what that could mean for our students who want to stay connected! However, we also want Switch leaders to have healthy rhythms of rest as they set the example for students. In this episode James Meehan shares some healthy expectations for us as leaders, and how those expectations translate to our students. 

Disengaged Students Are Still Growing Students

Do you know a student who seems to never pay attention to the message or share anything of significance in small group? Some of you may have an entire small group that way! The good news is that just because a student isn't engaging the way we'd prefer, that doesn't mean they aren't growing. In this episode, James Meehan shares some of his experiences around this topic, and how to win in this season.

Leading Student’s With Accountability

Accountability matters more than we like to think. It's not just about having someone tell you when you're messing up, it about having someone you trust enough to help you live your life closer to God's plan. Our students need that from us! Listen as Tommy Stegmaier shares some wisdom on how we can do this well. 

Leading Small

Whether you're a rookie or a veteran in Switch, the basics are always going to be important. Tavares Johnson talks through 5 key things to do if you want to have meaningful relationships with Switch students that will lead to a lasting impact. 

 

These key ideas come from a great book that we recommend called Lead Small: Five Big Ideas Every Small Group Leader Needs To Know.

 

Switch Fights Human Trafficking

This week Josh sits down with Nick Domescik and Kaitlyn Caffrey to talk about the last half of our series "What Difference Do I Make?". We also talk in more details about the upcoming "Switch Fights Human Trafficking Night" at Switch. Be sure to listen and be prepared this week. 

Show Us What You’ve Got!

You serve in Switch, you’re on a team, and you know what is expected of you. That may all be true, but what if that’s just the beginning? What if there’s more ways for you to use your “particular set of skills” than you saw on that orientation paper when you first started serving? This week Josh meets with Switch Coach, Karly Simmons, as they talk through what it means to bring everything you’ve got to Switch, lead up, and change the game. 

Could Your Belief Be The Lid To Their Potential?

Often times we find ourselves being motivated when our students are behaving well, and discouraged when they’re not. What if we considered the idea that every season and every type of behavior is an opportunity for us to lead them toward their God given potential? This week we have a special guest joining us and her name is Kathy Davis. Between being a camp director and a high school leadership teacher, she has over 30 year of experience investing in teenagers. Be sure to take some notes as Kathy has some great insight to share with us.