Mike McGarry, author of A Biblical Theology of Youth Ministry, joins Tom to talk about how to run a youth group that is theological without being boring. Mike is also our first ever international guest, which means we're really in the big leagues now. If you have a question, suggestion, or just want to make us feel better about ourselves, email us:…

Tim and Tom chatted about the best books, podcasts, movies, and TV shows for your youth ministry, just like the title says. Full list of the resources mentioned down below. If you have a question, suggestion, or more resources for us to check out, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrou…

Alex's youth group had a hot cross bun bracket competition and kept talking about Luke. Lauren's crew slightly changed a game to not be offensive and finished off Galatians. If you have a question, suggestion, or amazing youth ministry story, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodc…

Jocelyn Bignill from All Saints, Petersham joined to share about her youth group, and their culture of prayer and leadership support. Tom's youth group had a night about the future and Shark Tank. If you have a question, suggestion, or amazing youth ministry story, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrenc…

Alex's youth group had a Lego Masters night, Tom's talked about friendship and ate pizza. If you have a question, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au. Alex doesn't have a website so you can't find her anywhere. AI made us an epi…

Tim'd youth group learnt about Jeptha and how not to make stupid vows. Tom's group talked about romance and went to a big youth event. If you have a question, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au. Find Tim's other podcast, Family…

This week you get an interview with Tom recorded at the Wimmera Easter Convention 2023 with Paul McCrohan. We'll be back to regular programing next week. To get Tom's books head to https://tomfrench.com.au/books Sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day: https://www.ridley.edu.au/event/childrens-and-youth-ministry-training-d…

Alex and Tom did a Photo Scavenger Hunt together. Alex's husband did a talk about Jesus. Sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day: https://www.ridley.edu.au/event/childrens-and-youth-ministry-training-day-from-little-things/ If you have a question email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://t…

Tim had a chilled out afternoon at youth group where the girls did MMA and everyone ate a bucket of curry. Tom took his churches youth on camp and they got rid of phones and electricity eventually. Sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day: https://www.ridley.edu.au/event/childrens-and-youth-ministry-training-day-from-little…

Tom chats to world-famous author Chris Morphew, who got his start right here on The Youth Group Podcast. Chris is shamelessly promoting his new book, which he wrote only for the money and to fulfill hie contractual obligations. (Community users have disputed some of this information.) Get Worth It: Following Jesus When Life Feels Complicated here -…

Lauren leant into Valentine's Day with some love song lip-sync battles, and Tom's had some prayers get answered, not always how they wanted. Sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day: https://www.ridley.edu.au/event/childrens-and-youth-ministry-training-day-from-little-things/ If you have a question email us: hello@youthgrou…

Tim went away on retreat with his leaders and then ran youth group while half asleep. Tom fed a lot of people and launched a (slightly) gamified year-long prayer activity. If you have a question email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.…

Meet the new hosts, hear about the start of the year, and the time Tom called a girl at youth group fat, twice. If you have a question email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au.De către Tom French, Lauren Mahaffey, Alex Sheely, and Tim Blagg

Chris is back, just so he can leave again. Tom has the gossip about the future of the podcast and he had his last week of youth group. Chris bought plane tickets like a rich man. If you have a question, have a segment idea, or want to suggest a podcast host, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tom…

Tom chatted to Josh Daniel from Canterbury Gardens Community Church about their water games and how to graduate year 12s. If you have a question or want to be a guest, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from T…

Chris is still in retirement, but Tom is back from parental leave and joined by Tim Blagg from Trinity Church, Adelaide. Tim talked about dating with a hoard of youth boys, and Tom went to a combined night and did virtually nothing. If you have a question or want to be a guest, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast reso…

Lauren ran a food truck night, Tom took his youth on a camp, Chris did nothing, as usual. Plus we talk a bit about phones and what to do with them. If you want to be a guest, have a question, or want to enter groceries or noceries, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppod…

Chris and Tom welcome Ruth Lee from Cornerstone Presbyterian Church to talk about her youth group. She has youth making the vibes, running games, and leading prayer groups. Tom talks about his social events. If you want to be a guest or have a question, email us: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrenc…

Chris and Tom welcome Dave Hall to talk about his youth group and leading Chris when he was a youth. Dave talks about how things have changed since the 90s. Tom let his youth run youth group again and he lost a game. Chris took his Dad sky diving in Dubai for a birthday outing. Also, if you want to be a guest or have a question, email us: chrisandt…

Chris and Tom welcome Ed Sowden from Bathurst Presbyterian to talk about youth group. Ed has a revolutionary way of doing things that turns youth group upside down. Tom let his youth run youth group and joyful chaos ensued. Chris got his nails done and had a spa evening. Also if you want to be a guest, email us: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppodcast@gmail.…

Tom and Nick (Generations Pastor at Deep Creek Anglican) went to VCYC with their youth and had a great time. Chris is missing. Who knows where Chris is? Not whoever is writing these show notes. Chris isn't even mentioned in the show. It's like he just never existed. He'll probably be back next week. Send your questions to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppod…

Tom re-did the competitive Bible reading activity. Chris and Tom talk about being evangelicals. Tom introduces a new segment. You can get the Jesus DNA Episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2953ec14 Send your questions to: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find mor…

Alex ran youth group for the entire church. Tom had people injured and spewing at youth group. Chris just chimes in. You can get the Zacchaeus book here: https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/the-man-in-the-tree-and-the-brand-new-start Send your questions to: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/yo…

Chris left his youth group and got married. Tom ran some games in the dark. Send your questions to: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Chris had to do a talk at the last minute when the original speaker got sick. Tom had angst over running a night without any Bible teaching. Send your questions to: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https:/…

Tom ran another huge scavenger hunt. Chris played some slideshow karaoke. Tom and Chris also reflect on how to equip leaders well. Send your questions to: [email protected] Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench…

Chris' youth group ran a super easy ball game and talked about prayer. Tom's crew made toasties and created a vibe crew. Tom's video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/46FICP3-BRg Get more podcast resources at https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast To find out more and sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day (16th Marc…

Chris watched someone else run his game. Tom took his youth group to an event with a long talk and a heckler. To find out more and sign up for the Ridley Children's and Youth Ministry Training Day (16th March) head to: https://www.ridley.edu.au/ccym-training-day/ To get Chris' box set go to: https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/big-questions-complete-col…

Chris played nailed it. Tom reflects on teaching methods. Send your questions to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Chris played water games and had some magic moments. Tom made his youth group watch his YouTube videos. Help us by filling out the survey here: https://tomfrench.com.au/survey/ Send your questions to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Help us by filling out the survey here: https://tomfrench.com.au/survey/ Send your questions to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Chris made a big announcement at youth group. Tom ran some Olympics but for food. Find all the books mentioned in Episode 40 here: https://tomfrench.com.au/youthgrouppodcast/ Send your questions to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Chris and Tom talk about books, which books ones are good for youth, what books they've written, and publishers who don't like Jesus. See below for full list of books. This is the last episode for 2023, we'll be back when we get our lives together in 2024. Send your questions to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https…

Chris and Tom review people's questions and answers, think about how to grow a youth group, consider what the best carols are, and review their youth group Christmas celebrations. Send your questions and competition entries to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench…

Chris went to a carols event and still made it to youth group in time for the talk. Tom had an under-planned Christmas party. Send your questions (and answers) to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Chris engaged in some ball sports. Tom encouraged sin during some cake decoration. Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

We're back! Again! Chris talked about one of the trickiest passages in the Bible. Tom took his youth group out for a fancy dinner. Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

We're back! After our 1+2 week break, we're back for Term Four! Chris saw a youth leader emulate his style with skill and made a thoughtful tangent in his talk. Tom ran a YouTube film festival, Slideshow Karaoke, and had some toothpaste fun, but not all in one week. Send your questions and anything else you want to say to: chrisandtomsyouthgrouppod…

Chris and Tom chat about their experiences running combined youth groups. Also Chris clears up some confusion about his romantic life. Send your questions about combined youth groups and anything else you want to say to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

This week we hear about the youth ministry at Summer Hill Church with Assistant Minister Lauren Mahaffey! Plus Chris has some exciting news! Send your questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Tom’s youth ran youth group, and Chris played slideshow karaoke Send your competition entries, questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Chris was reminded that youth ministry does make a difference, and Tom cancelled youth group. He also cancelled his microphone, silly duffer. Send your questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Chris had a crime on his hands and he doxes Tom. Tom's youth ran youth group. Send your questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Chris and Tom went to a youth event together. Tom did the talk. Chris wrangled youth. They both learned they were the same person in a different font. Get a copy of Talks That Don't Suck here: https://tomfrench.com.au/ttds Send your questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorp…

We get some great ideas from Ed, Chris' small group is gelling, and Tom bought fake cash. You can hear Tom's chaotic talk here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e94996e9 Send your questions and youth group ideas to: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

We're back. Chris is back especially. (Get it?) We find a winner in our Groceries or Noceries, and we chat about camps and focusing your talks. Also Chris' mic was overly enthusiastic again. Ask your questions: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Chris and Tom share their best youth group activities. Also: Jesus Christ Gotta Save Them All - https://youtu.be/dt0kRJX_jR4 Ask your questions and enter Groceries or Noceries: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…

Tom's youth group was back with some big games, Chris was still on holidays, and we answer a question about oversharing youth. Ask your questions: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Tom and Chris chat to Pre Shunmugam from MBM Rooty Hill about intentional youth ministry and building a multicultural youth group. Ask your questions: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.auDe către A Bunch of Youth Pastors

Tom chats to James Beaver from Campbell St Church about starting at a new youth group and how to prevent a movie night disaster. Chris is away running a kids program this week. Sorry Chris fans. Ask your questions: [email protected] Find more from Chris at https://chrismorphew.com and from Tom at https://tomfrench.com.au…