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20:09

Sometimes Students are Punks

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/18

Middle school students are great. But sometimes they're also punks. Michelle has a rule in her group: Don't be a jerk.Our students don't always live by that rule.But we get to watch them grow, mature, and change over time.Sometimes... a long time.This week Michelle and Ronald talk about how to handle the punk kid, even when they end up on stage to play a game.What are your plans for dealing with that student?Who are your adults that you can partner with the rough student?Why is it important to have

5:08

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 02.16.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/16

Sunday Morning Squirrels:What a Sunday morning! It was a fun and crazy morning, but we made and students really got challenged by the lesson! Good times all around.Countdown Video:People are Awesome and Some FailsThis was a fun video, but if your group doesn't appreciate some shirtless or sports bra stunts, skip it and find something similar!Games:Castle SiegeWe played a move around game with this interesting take on the lesson. Each team had a bucket up on the wall and were given a straw and a pile

19:13

Love is in the Air. It's Sex Talk Time.

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/11

Who in their right mind would talk to middle school students about sex?Well, people who are in their right mind of course!Someone is talking to your middle school students about sex. It might be the parents, but it might also be social media, Netflix, their buddies, Tik Tok and porn.This week Ronald and Michelle talk about what doing a sex series with middle school students looks like and how they approach it. Be brave!How do you communicate to parents that you're going to talk about sex?What tools

4:17

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 02.09.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/09

Sunday Morning Squirrels:Sunday mornings are crazy and fun all at the same time. Today was definitely both and why I love Sundays with middle school students!Countdown Video:Things You Take for Granted in Video GamesHonestly, this video wasn't great. I edited it to make it shorter, but it was just ok. You can use parts of it if you want, but I wouldn't. I'd go with another video.Games:Clumps Vol 2This game was a blast! Students were up and moving and having a great time during the whole thing

16:47

85 - When you disagree with the Camp Speaker

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/04

You finally got your students to camp! It's been a crazy ride of getting all the paperwork in, the money collected, and the leaders all lined up.And then the camp speaker starts to talk. And you disagree with... most of it. What do you do? It's happened to us all (and if it hasn't yet, it will). This week Michelle and Ronald talk about what they have done in the past when they disagree with the camp speaker and how they've turned that bad experience into a chance for growth.How do you still respect

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Sunday Morning Squirrels - 02.02.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/02/02

Sunday Morning Squirrels:We finally made it through January! Does anyone else feel like this month was a whole year long? Just me? Ok then. We started a new series called "Retro" this week where we are going to look at some of the Old Testament kings and what we can learn from them.Countdown Video:Bad Day at WorkWhat a fun way to connect students to the king of our story today! Asa was a young king whose first job was probably not what he wanted it to be. Games:Color MixerLast week's mixer was a

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84 - Mourning, Loss, and Middle School Students

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/28

Life means that sometimes sad stuff is going to happen. This week Ronald and Michelle talk about some recent tragedies they have both faced, how they've handled them with their students, and how modeling mourning is good for the students we all spend time with.Do you try to hide when your sad or share with your students?How can you model mourning for your middle school group?Who has experienced loss recently in your group? Have you checked in on them?When do you let others around you know about your

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Sunday Morning Squirrels - 01.26.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/26

Sunday Morning Squirrels:I've been sick the last few days. This morning I took cough medicine to help me get through the day. Turns out, it was NOT non-drowsy. I've been loopy all morning and gave what I think was my best middle school talk yet. I don't think these things are related, but they might be.Oh well!Another day in middle school ministry!Countdown Video:Vintage Jesus 04The last vintage Jesus video (that I'm area of!) was played this week. It's a little slow, but my students still got it

4:19

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 01.12.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/24

Sunday Morning Squirrels:Now we find a rythym! With two weeks under our belt, it's beginning to feel like a good time to get back to ministry! I love these students and the challenge they give us each week!Countdown Video:Vintage Jesus 02Since we're talking about Jesus, we wanted to show some misconceptions about Jesus. This was the second video we showed and it was hilarious. These videos are old, but they hold up!Games:ArrowsDo you REALLY want your crew to get stumped? Have them play this brainy

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83 - Here's to the New Year and New Things!

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/14

Hello 2020! I've already written you down wrong every day of this new decade...Michelle and Ronald talk about the big things they are getting ready for in 2020 and what it means for their ministry to middle school students! From teaching series to the next big trip, Spring is here and so are the students! Let's go!How far in advance do you begin signing up for your next big retreat?Who needs to know what series are coming up and when they'll be?What is your overall theme for the Spring? Is it

15:46

82 - Holiday Breaks and Hot Takes

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/10

Just kidding. There aren't many hot takes. But Michelle and Ronald talk about what they're doing during their break over the Christmas and New Year holiday!What do you do with any natural breaks from "normal" programming?How far do you try to plan ahead?What helps you choose what to talk about in youth group?Mentioned on the podcast: DYM Community Facebook GroupGot a middle school ministry question?Email talkingsquirrelspodcast@gmail.comNeed student ministry resources?Check

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Sunday Morning Squirrels - 01.05.20

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2020/01/07

Sunday Morning Squirrels:Woohoo! Taking a break is nice, but getting back into the swing of things is great! I'm glad we're back into the rhythm of Sunday mornings! We're starting off 2020 with a new series and some new ideas! Can't wait to share them with you! Countdown Video:Vintage Jesus 01Since we're talking about Jesus, we wanted to show some misconceptions about Jesus. These videos are old, but they hold up!Games:1 Arm, 2 Arm, NoneThis is an easy game to make in Sidekick, a great tool from

6:40

Happy New Year!

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/31

Good-bye Christmas and 2019!Happy New Year!From Michelle and Ronald, we want to wish you a blessed 2020 as you continue to minister to middle school students and show them the love of Jesus!

5:55

Merry Christmas from Talking Squirrels

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/24

Merry Christmas everybody!From Michelle and Ronald, we hope you have a wonderful Christmas and remember that in the middle of all of the chaos of ministering to Junior High and Middle School students, you would enjoy that God has given you this wonderful job to these wonderful pre-teens.Merry Christmas!

3:24

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 12.22.19

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/22

Sunday Morning Squirrels:We didn't meet today! What a weird feeling. But it really helps our students, our parents, and our volunteers get a break. Oh. And me too. Do you take any kind of break over the holidays for your program? Reach out and let us know!

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81- NYWC

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/20

The BEST gathering for youth ministry workers all year long. Michelle got to go. Ronald didn't. So to cure his FOMO, they talk about all of her experiences.Stick with ministry. Don't give up. Stay the course!Get to know youth ministers and make relationships so conference feel like reunions!Learn everything you can. Even from people who don't think like you.Women rock at ministry.Mentioned on the podcast: DYM Community Facebook GroupGot a middle school ministry

3:24

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 12.15.19

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/17

Sunday Morning Squirrels:Last Sunday of the year! I know. We take a two-week break, one before and one after Christmas. This lets us prepare for the New Year and gives our students and parents a breather.But!This week we wrapped up our Christmas series and it was a lot of fun!Countdown Video:Ridiculous Christmas VideoWe did it again. A silly video just for the lol's. You can enjoy it too by downloading above!Games:In Other News - Christmas EditionEasy game for the Christmas season! We had students

15:54

80 - Echo Weekend Debrief

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/10

This week, Michelle and Ronald talk about Ronald's Disciple Now weekend and how it went. The event is a stay in host homes retreat with worship at the church. Everything went really well! Here's a few of the lesson's learned:Anyone of any age can volunteer to help with student ministry! Just give them the right job.You can change up an annual event and have it go really well! Don’t' be afraid.Students get EXCITED for their first retreat!Take feedback on retreats seriously. Change what needs to be

4:04

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 12.08.19

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/08

Sunday Morning Squirrels:I feel like this Sunday was the LEAST crazy we've had in a while. Good energy. Great student participation. All in all, a very nice Sunday indeed!Countdown Video:Ridiculous Christmas VideoTis the season to be silly. This video was just to watch Christmas fails. It was a hit!Games:Will It Burn - Christmas EditionHonestly, my students love these games! Something about fire I guess. We had them move from one side of the room to the other to guess it things burned in this large

3:21

Sunday Morning Squirrels - 12.01.19

Middle School Ministry Podcast ·

2019/12/03

Sunday Morning Squirrels:Whew! Our crazy weekend event is over and Christmas season is finally here! Can't wait to get back in the saddle and back to ministry! This Sunday we had all the Thanksgiving leftovers you could ask for and lots of Christmas fun!Countdown Video:Slow Motion Water BalloonIt didn't make sense. It was just funny. Sometimes, that's okay.Games:1 2 3 LookThis was an attempt at a crowd game. It was alright, but a bit confusing at first. Everyone pairs up, and students decide who

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