How do you create an intentional, impactful youth ministry? In this episode of Ministry Matters That Matter, recorded at Exposure Youth Camp (EYC) in Huntsville, AL, Philip Jenkins shares his 20+ years of youth ministry experience and proven strategies for discipleship, evangelism, and church growth. 💡

🎯 Discover the six essential pillars of youth ministry, the Bucket List strategy, and how data-driven decisions can increase engagement and baptisms. Learn about the Lunch Ladies outreach program and practical ways to retain young Christians beyond high school.

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Chapters:

00:13 - Welcome to Ministry Matters That Matter | EYC 2024

00:50 - Introducing Philip Jenkins | His Background & Ministry Roots

02:28 - Growing Up in a Family of Preachers

03:06 - Finding Purpose in Ministry | Advice from His Father

04:08 - Why Philip Chose Youth Ministry Over Preaching

04:43 - 14 Years at Mount Juliet | Finding Your Niche in Ministry

05:52 - The Importance of Intentionality in Youth Ministry

06:23 - The 6 Pillars of Youth Ministry: Commit, Connect, Grow, Serve, Tell, Thrive

09:01 - The Youth Ministry Bucket List | Key Spiritual Milestones

10:38 - Why Evangelism Should Be a Core Focus in Youth Ministry

12:33 - The Lunch Ladies Outreach Program | How It Works

14:09 - Tracking Evangelism & Baptism Decisions

16:08 - Powerful Story: A Teen Gets Baptized by His Friend

17:13 - Data-Driven Ministry: How to Track Youth Engagement

19:14 - Practical Tips for Following Up With Visitors & New Converts

21:14 - Final Thoughts: Why Ministry Matters Because Our Master Matters

Keywords:

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