100: Revisiting "What is a Youth Pastor Theologian" (Engle, Hartman, Tufano)

In this celebratory 100th episode of the Youth Pastor Theologian podcast, host Mike McGarry and guests Nick Hartman, Jason Engle, and Alex Tufano reflect on their experiences in youth ministry, the importance of theological depth, and memorable podcast episodes. They discuss the significance of the Youth Pastor Theologian identity, the need for practical theology, and the positive trends emerging in youth ministry today.

Discussion Includes:What does being a youth pastor theologian mean to you, practically speaking. How has that vision shaped your own ministry? What are some of the positive trends you’ve seen happening in youth ministry today? What are some ongoing concerns and needs that you’ve seen, and how do you think YPT could help?Jason, Nick, and Alex ask Mike a few questions, too...

Favorite Podcasts Mentioned Include:

Jason Engle: ep.76: Calling Youth to a God-Centered Faith, with Richard RossNick Hartman: ep.77: Disciplemaking with Teen Boys, with Jonathan DentonAlex Tufano: ep.29: Evangelism and Discipleship, with Greg StierMike McGarry: ep.89: Theology of Eating Together, with Seth Stewart

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Cohosted by Mike McGarry and John Gardner, each episode is filled with decades of youth ministry experience and plenty of laugher. Visit youthpastortheologian.com to learn more about YPT and how to bring Mike and John to your church.

• No. of episodes: 100
• Latest episode: 2025-05-06
• Religion & Spirituality Christianity

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