Episode 70
RYM 070: How to Plan Your Next Big Youth Ministry Event
Have you ever been in charge of a youth ministry event that completely flopped? If you have, you’re not alone. The truth is, even though events are a staple in youth ministry, they’re not always easy to pull off. In fact, putting together an awesome event that students will love can be one of the toughest things to do. In this episode, join youth leaders as they talk about the best and worst events they’ve planned and the things every leader needs to consider while planning their next big event.
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EPISODE RECAP
- Today’s podcast guests share the worst event they’ve ever planned (3:18)
- Things you need to think through to decide whether or not to do the event (10:13)
- What to do when no one shows up to your event (17:45)
- The importance of clarifying the purpose of your event (21:52)
- The logistics needed to pull off a successful event (23:25)
- A seamless registration process should be a top priority (29:24)
- Why some events are better suited to be executed in a smaller group (31:00)
- The power of a transformational event (32:30)
- Building in one-on-one conversations with students and their leaders (34:20)
- What to consider in terms of keeping your students safe during events (36:27)
- Events don’t always have to be epic (45:01)
- Attending other churches’ events can be just as impactful (45:11)
QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE
Your event should align with the vision for your student ministry. —Charlie Conder Click To TweetEvents help reshape teenagers’ vocabulary of God and church. —Ben Crawshaw Click To TweetSmall group leaders are the epicenters of student ministry. —Ben Crawshaw Click To TweetIf we are going to be churches who are going to reach unchurched students through our events, we have to be prepared for them to bring a little trouble. —Ben Crawshaw Click To TweetYou don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a great event. Click To Tweet
RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
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