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The Word in Youth Ministry - A CPYU Podcast

The Word in Youth Ministry - A CPYU Podcast

By: Linda Oliver Kyle Hoffsmith Matt Beham
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A podcast by youth workers, for youth workers, from the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding. The Word in Youth Ministry equips and encourages youth pastors to preach God's Word in their youth ministries and develop biblical literacy among teens.2021 Center for Parent/Youth Understanding Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Episode 104: A Transition & Continuing to Focus on the Word
    Apr 7 2026

    Kyle invites Jason Engle onto the podcast. He re-introduces Jason to our listeners and lets them know that over the next few episodes Jason will be stepping in to take over hosting duties of The Word in Youth Ministry. Kyle will be stepping aside to focus on ministry at his church as well as taking some time to promote his upcoming new book "Youth Ministry and the Vine: A Ministry Mind-Shift for Discipling the Next Generation." Jason and Kyle discuss what the transition will look like, talk about their favorite books of the Bible to teach from, and provide some helpful book resources.

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    40 mins
  • Episode 103: "Knowing the Word and Making Disciples" with Peter Krol
    Mar 3 2026

    Kyle invites the President of campus ministry group Disciple Makers, Peter Krol, to discuss his book Knowable Word. They talk about biblical literacy and helping our kids realize they can read, study, and know God's Word. They discuss the importance of paying attention in English class so that we know language, how to approach text, and the basics of reading. Sometimes we have to realize students haven't been taught these things well and we might have to step back and teach the basics. They also talk about how to best leave our assumptions behind when approaching studying Scripture, and Peter offers a warning about premature application. They wrap up by discussing the OIA method of Observation, Interpretation, and Application.

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    35 mins
  • Episode 102: "Using The Apostles' Creed with Students" with Andrew Slay
    Feb 10 2026

    Kyle and fellow youth pastor Andrew Slay discuss using The Apostles' Creed in our youth ministries. Andrew lays out ways in which it can be helpful to use as a tool to help students understand the Bible better. He also explains how it can help answer some of the biggest questions that teens are facing in life.

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    34 mins
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