Episode #29 Chad Daugherty

Chad Daugherty, Minister of Middle School at Olive Baptist Church, shares insights on ministry, sermon preparation, and transitioning students into middle school ministry. The conversation covers the challenges of engaging middle schoolers in church, intentional programming for middle schoolers, creating a welcoming environment for first-time guests, and building a solid foundation of faith through spiritual disciplines.TakeawaysMinistry requires intentional planning and a focus on equipping students with sound biblical truth.Transitioning students into middle school ministry involves building relationships, equipping parents, and creating a welcoming environment for new students. Engaging middle schoolers in churchCreating a welcoming environment for first-time guestsBuilding a solid foundation of faith through spiritual disciplinesChapters00:00 Insights on Ministry and Sermon Preparation18:19 Transitioning Students into Middle School Ministry25:00 Engaging Middle Schoolers in Church33:49 Creating a Welcoming Environment for First-Time Guests39:06 Building a Solid Foundation of Faith Through Spiritual Disciplines