Student Ministry Matters

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about DNOW and spiritual emphasis weekends with your students.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community    

Check out the fourth session of The 2026 Care of Souls Conference. Dr. Russell Threet shares a session entitled "Does the Bible Really Address the Problems We Have?" Dr. Threet is an author and Pastor of West Park Baptist Church of Ozark, Arkansas.    Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community    

Check out the third session of The 2026 Care of Souls Conference. Danny Paul shares about "What Change Does the Bible Demand?" Danny is the Pastor of Grace Baptist Church of Russellville, Arkansas.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community    

Check out the second session of the 2026 The Care of Souls Conference. Bart Herrington shares about "Why Should the Church Counsel?" Bart is the Pastor of South Main Baptist Church of Malvern, Arkansas and a PhD candidate at Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community  

Check out the first session of the 2026 The Care of Souls Conference. Dr. Tim Brewer shares about "What is Biblical Counseling?" Dr. Brewer is the Pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Guy, Arkansas, and a professor at Central Baptist College of Conway.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community  

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about budgeting for student ministry, especially summer ministry.   RamseySolutions.com - Budgeting principles and helps.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community  

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Jordan Tew of the Baptist Publishing House about the importance of Bible-based Curriculum and student ministry.     Baptist Publishing House: https://www.baptistpublishinghouse.com/ Download the Spring Edition of the REAL Life Youth Curriculum from BPH: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/jim6hl3fetzokyairzfwe/ALEL0LWVh3YS0jQHfAXJh9I?rlkey=1uqaxl9aw4252lyol572lu9dg&st=tbeyqtmi&dl=0     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community  

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Danny Paul, pastor & Biblical counselor, about the value of Biblical counseling.     Resources: Side by Side, by Ed Welch is an introduction to many principles that Biblical Counseling is built on. It is an every Christian's approach to developing helpful relationships. Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands, By Paul David Tripp. It is a deeper dive into the practice of Biblical Counseling. How People Change, By Paul David Tripp and Tim Lane Saints, Sinners, and Sufferers, by Mike Emlet Many online training options to go through individually or with a group from your church from the Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship. Find free resources and training at Ibcd.org Find the Truth in Love Podcast, articles, and resources from the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors at biblicalcounseling.com     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community  

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Russell Threet, author of Ministry Across the Spectrum. The book discusses autism and some practical ministry approaches in the local church.    Resources for ministry to those with Special Needs: Ministry Across the Spectrum by Dr. Russell Threet Joni and Friends Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder — Barbara J. Newman  Autism and the Church- Grant Macaskill Thinking Biblically about Autism with Daniel Berger     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Reuben Bredenhof, author of The Ministry of Small Things.   www.reubenbredenhof.com Instagram: @reubenbredenhof Seminary Website: www.canadianreformedseminary.ca Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS29SD6V     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk through the idea of continuing to lead in your ministry as you experience your own personal loss.    1. Lean on God & His Word. 2. Lean on Your Immediate Circle. 3. Lean on Your Spiritual Family. 4. Lean on Professionals.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Mike McGarry, the Youth Pastor Theologian, and his new book, Iconic. They also talk about the importance of theology in student ministry and how to lean into that arena.   Iconic by Mike McGarry Grasping God's Word by Duvall & Hays   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about finding the right rhythm for your youth group meetings.     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about what motivates them to serve and minister to students.      Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson catches up with Dr. Sam Bierig as they discuss a new series called Real World Theology for students.   Iconic: Being God's Image in Your World by Mike McGarry Nomad: A Short Story of Our Long Journey Home   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about some things to consider as you deal with snacks in your student ministry.   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines discuss making time to read in ministry.   Book Recommendations: How to Read a Book by Andy Naselli Fulfill Your Student Ministry by Sam Bierig   Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines discuss sticking around for the long term at your church.     Check out our partnership with Shaping Student Ministry at https://www.shapingstudentministry.com/studentministrymatters. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Stephen Castleberry shares the second message from the 2025 Student Ministry Workers Retreat, where we focused on Technology and Student Ministry. Stephen is the Experience Pastor of Antioch Georgetown in Georgetown, Texas.   Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Stephen Castleberry shares the first message from the 2025 Student Ministry Workers Retreat, where we focused on Technology and Student Ministry. Stephen is the Experience Pastor of Antioch Georgetown in Georgetown, Texas.   Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines discuss the impact of Charlie Kirk's death and how we might navigate it as truth tellers in our society.   You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about supporting your pastor from the perspective of a student ministry worker.   You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. David Hellwig of the BMA Theological Seminary of Jacksonville, Texas, about the need for student ministry workers to invest in their futures by taking a good look at seminary.   BMA Theological Seminary - www.BMATS.edu   You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Dr. Jennifer Thomas about her and Gary Chapman's book, A Teen's Guide to Conflict. Crisis Text Line: 741741 The Apology Language Quiz A Teen's Guide to Conflict on Amazon The 5 Apology Languages on Amazon The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers on Amazon You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about connecting with schools. ----------------- You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about key things to think about as you plan your next Back to School Event for your student ministry. ----------------- You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com. Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com. Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson shares about this year's Student Ministry Workers Retreat at Central Baptist College of Conway, Arkansas, on September 20, 2025, from 9-4, a new partnership with Shaping Student Ministry, and a new opportunity to connect with us on Substack.   You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at http://smwr2025.eventbrite.com.   Check out Shaping Student Ministry at http://www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com.   Student Ministry Matters on Substack... https://studentministrymatters.substack.com/.     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Jon Azzarello about worship and how we can help students better engage.   Jon's Website -- https://jonathanazzarello.com/   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan talks with Pastor Andy Comer of Antioch Georgetown and SOAR 2025 speaker about being a better communicator.    https://antiochgt.com/   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Ian Dunaway about the resources and connections that you can find at Shaping Student Ministry.   [email protected] www.ShapingStudentMinistry.com     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Stuart Estes and Kaitlyn Dahler about the value of college campus ministry at the University of Arkansas.     Book Recommendation: The Fuel & The Flame by Steve Shadrach and Paul Worcester   Association of Baptist Students at the U of A: https://www.thehedgeuark.com/   Kaitlyn's Music Choices: Christus Victor (Amen) Goodness of God Indescribable   The Sing Conference: https://gettymusicworshipconference.com/     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Central Baptist College's Band Director, Donna Bradley, about music at CBC and the value of music in students' lives. To find out more information about CBC and its music department, contact Donna at [email protected].       Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines share about change and when it is not appropriate in your student ministry.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines share about change and when it is appropriate in your student ministry.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Tony Brown about sharing the Gospel with Jehovah's Witnesses. Tony is a missionary / evangelist to those caught in New Religious Movements, especially Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mormons. As a former JW, he is keen to help Christians share the truth in love with those trapped in falsehood. He is a member of a counter-cult ministry in the U.K. named Reachout Trust., a charitable organization that reaches out to people in cults, educates Christians in how to share their faith with cult members, and publishes material that keeps people informed and equipped with biblical truth. Tony resides in Yorkshire in the U.K. with his wife Cath, and together they have three children.  www.reachouttrust.org [email protected]   Sharing the Gospel with a Jehovah's Witness by Tony Brown Sharing the Gospel with a Mormon by Tony Brown   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Travis Deans about the 9 Month Mission Trip initiative and some of the challenges students have about thinking of school as more than just activity and academics.    https://www.9monthmissiontrip.com/   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about some tips for budgeting in student ministry.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen as we share an interview with Pastor Wade Allen, who talks about discipleship and his new Discipleship Pathways series. Wade will be serving as one of our breakout leaders at the 2024 Student Ministry Workers Retreat at Central Baptist College on September 14. You can register at SMWR2024.eventbrite.com.   Previous Podcasts with Wade: Episode 83 - Connecting With God Episode 116 - What Lead Pastors Are Looking For in a Youth Pastor Wade Allen -- [email protected]   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

It has been a long hiatus, but we are back! Listen in as Dan Carson shares about our upcoming Student Ministry Workers Retreat at Central Baptist College of Conway, Arkansas on September 14, 2024 from 9-4.   You can register for the Student Ministry Workers Retreat at https://SMWR2024.eventbrite.com.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks with Kyle Isabelli about his new book Refined by the Fire(d) and navigating the difficult issue of being fired from a ministry role.    Connect with Kyle: website- www.kyleisabelli.com email- [email protected] FB- https://www.facebook.com/kyle.isabelli IG- https://www.instagram.com/kyleisabelli/   Book Links:  Amazon- https://a.co/d/bOOyRXU Barnes and Noble- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/refined-by-the-fire-kyle-isabelli/1143261888   Organizations: Pastoral Transitions- https://pastoraltransitions.com/ Pastor's Hope Network- https://pastorshopenetwork.org/     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the place of importance that reading should have in our lives as well as some thoughts on how to best approach reading.     Resources: 25 Christian Books I Love to Recommend by John Piper 2024  Reading Challenge by Tim Challies The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch Spurgeon by Arnold Dallimore Fulfill Your Student Ministry by Samuel Bierig Teaching to Change Lives by Howard Hendrix     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines share things to think about in life and ministry as one year ends and another begins.     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk to the lead pastor of Garrett Memorial Baptist Church of Hope, Arkansas, Dr. Clif Johnson. They discuss student ministry workers saying "no" to their lead pastors.    Recommended Resources: When People are Big and God is Small by Ed Welch  Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud Humility by Andrew Murray Humility by C.J. Mahaney   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about reasons to say "no" to the parents connected to your ministry.    Reasons to Say No to Parents: When parents have wrong expectations. When a parent's request interferes with the care of your own family. When a parent's request goes against personal convictions. When a parent's request conflicts with the mission and/or vision of the church. Things to Keep In Mind When Saying No to a Parent: Be respectful. Show love. Communicate well. Don't assume the worst outcome of the conversation. Trust the Holy Spirit as you walk through the conversation.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the need to say "no" in the life of student ministry workers.    The Need to Say No: To protect my theology. To protect my family. To protect the length of my ministry. To protect my own well-being.   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines share some practical thoughts about preparing messages and lessons for your students.    Resources: Communicating for a Change by Andy Stanley 8 Hours or Less by Ryan Huguley How to Eat Your Bible by Nate Pickowicz   Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson talks about two more signs of a healthy student ministry, parentally-connected and outwardly-focused.     Episode 146 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part One Episode 147 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part Two Episode 148 - Signs of a Healthy Student Ministry, Part Three      Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about the drop-off culture, how that impacts student ministry, and practical steps to help in addressing it.      Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk with Dr. Brian Sheppard of Park View Baptist Church of North Little Rock about mental health and student ministry. If you need help in this area, please reach out.     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community

Listen in as Dan Carson and Chris Vines talk about community in your youth group and moving your group to real connections.     Podcast Partner: Central Baptist College -- www.CBC.edu 501-329-6872 / [email protected] Become a Patron at https://patron.podbean.com/StudentMinistryMatters Hosts:  Dan Carson - [email protected] Chris Vines - [email protected] Student Ministry Matters, 1410 North Porter Road, Fayetteville, AR 72703 www.StudentMinistryMatters.com StudentMinistryMatters.Podbean.com [email protected]   Student Ministry Matters on the Christian Podcast Community