Hybrid Ministry
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We found 10 episodes of Hybrid Ministry with the tag “nick clason”.
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Episode 149: Youth Ministry in the Summer? Should You Shut It Down or Show Up Strong?
May 15th, 2025 | 13 mins 59 secs
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Summer is coming, and youth pastors everywhere are asking—do we keep programming or hit pause? In this video, we’ll break down the pros and cons of both options and help you decide what’s right for your ministry this summer. Stick around till the end for a FREE resource: 100 social media ideas to keep students engaged—even if you hit pause.
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Episode 147: From No Budget to Pro - Summer Camp 2025 Photography & Videography Setup Guide
May 1st, 2025 | 13 mins 17 secs
camp photography, camp videography, church content creation, church media, church photography, church tech, content creation, digital ministry, dslr for churches, hybrid church, hybrid ministry, iphone videography, media ministry, ministry marketing, ministry on a budget, ministry video gear, nick clason, no budget setup, social media for churches, summer camp, summer camp tips, video editing tips, youth camp content, youth group videos, youth ministry
Want pro-level camp content without a pro-level budget? In this episode, Nick Clason, of Hybrid Ministry, breaks down the exact gear, tips, and hacks you need to capture incredible summer camp photos and videos—even if you’re starting from scratch. Whether you’re using a phone, DSLR, or just your creativity, we’ll help you level up your visual game to create that momentum back at your church that camp deserves!
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Episode 146: How I Produce a Weekly Leader Podcast
April 24th, 2025 | 22 mins 26 secs
church communication tips, how to create a weekly leader podcast, hybrid ministry, leader podcast, leader training, nick clason, podcast gear, podcast host, train my volunteers, volunteer training
You need to train your volunteer youth leaders, but how do you produce a podcast, which gives you the outlet to offer more trainings than you even know what to do with? And how do you not lose your life to it?
Here's how I produce a weekly leader podcast with only one hour per month of a time committment!
Yes, I'll show you everything I do from getting started, the gear, and maintaining it!
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Episode 145: 10 Simple & Effective Partnering with Parent Tips that REALLY work!
April 17th, 2025 | 18 mins 32 secs
building trust, communication strategies, download youth ministry, family dynamics, family relationships, hybrid ministry, josh boldman, nick clason, parent engagement, partnering with parents, youth group, youth ministry, youth ministry advice, youth pastor tips
In this conversation, Nick Clason (Hybrid Ministry) and Josh Boldman (Download Youth Ministry) discuss the importance of partnering with parents in youth ministry. Josh gives 10 tips from the perspective of a parent NOT working at a church. Several tips are incredibly Hybrid, and best of all, it's not going to add anymore work to your plate!
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Episode 143: How I Avoid Burnout with Derry Prenkert
April 3rd, 2025 | 44 mins 42 secs
balance, burnout, coaching, community support, derry prenkert, grading, mental health, ministry leaders, nick clason, personality profiles, reflection, refueling, self-awareness, standing stone, unplugging, vacation, walk sprint rest, working genius, youth ministry
In this Episode Derry Breaks down 3 principles to avoiding burnout.
From Self-Awareness, to Working Genius to Sabbathing Well this episode has it all!
Derry's take on Vacationing is worth the entire episode. -
Episode 140: Social Media that [ACTUALLY] Works | Engage Don’t Broadcast
March 13th, 2025 | 14 mins 12 secs
better church announcements, church communication tips, church engagement, church growth tips, church social media tips, clear church messaging, communication tips for churches, creative church communication, digital church strategies, digital discipleship, effective ministry communication, engaging church content, hybrid ministry, hybrid ministry podcast, ministry communication, ministry outreach, ministry social media strategy, more fun church announcements, nick clason, noisy world communication, simplifying messages, student ministry, two-way communication, youth ministry coach, youth ministry communication, youth ministry strategy
Struggling to make social media actually work for your youth ministry or overall church? In this episode, we’re breaking down a 3-step strategy to move from just broadcasting announcements to real engagement that inspires and connects. If your social feed is just a wall of static graphics, it’s time to rethink your approach—let’s build a social media presence that truly makes an impact!
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Episode 139: The Best Communication Method for Your Church
March 6th, 2025 | 15 mins 56 secs
better church announcements, church communication tips, church engagement, church growth tips, church social media tips, clear church messaging, communication tips for churches, creative church communication, digital church strategies, digital discipleship, effective ministry communication, engaging church content, hybrid ministry, hybrid ministry podcast, ministry communication, ministry outreach, ministry social media strategy, more fun church announcements, nick clason, noisy world communication, simplifying messages, student ministry, two-way communication, youth ministry coach, youth ministry communication, youth ministry strategy
Struggling to figure out the best way to communicate with your church? In this episode of The Hybrid Ministry Show, Nick Clason breaks down the most effective communication methods for parents, teens, and volunteers—backed by real stats and practical strategies. From email to social media to podcasts, find out how to make sure your church announcements actually reach the right people!
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Episode 138: Steal this Clearer (& Less Boring) Church Announcement Strategy
February 27th, 2025 | 19 mins 51 secs
better church announcements, church communication tips, church engagement, church growth tips, church social media tips, clear church messaging, communication tips for churches, creative church communication, digital church strategies, digital discipleship, effective ministry communication, engaging church content, hybrid ministry, hybrid ministry podcast, ministry communication, ministry outreach, ministry social media strategy, more fun church announcements, nick clason, noisy world communication, simplifying messages, student ministry, two-way communication, youth ministry coach, youth ministry communication, youth ministry strategy
Tired of your church announcements being ignored? In this episode of the Hybrid Ministry Podcast, we’ll show you how to create clearer and less boring announcements using three practical hacks: reduce your CTAs, centralize next steps, and inspire over inform. Stop overwhelming your audience with noise—learn how to simplify your messaging, engage your community, and make your announcements impossible to miss.
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Episode 137: 3 Reasons Your Announcements Aren’t Working
February 20th, 2025 | 17 mins 54 secs
church communication tips, church engagement, church growth tips, church social media tips, clear church messaging, communication tips for churches, creative church communication, digital church strategies, digital discipleship, effective ministry communication, engaging church content, hybrid ministry, hybrid ministry podcast, ministry communication, ministry outreach, ministry social media strategy, nick clason, noisy world communication, simplifying messages, student ministry, two-way communication, youth ministry coach, youth ministry communication, youth ministry strategy
Ever feel like no one’s listening to your church announcements? In this episode of the Hybrid Ministry Show, Nick Clason dives into the common pitfalls of church announcements, revealing three reasons why they’re not working—and offering actionable solutions to fix them. From battling “inattentional blindness” to cutting through the noise of a digital world, this episode will help you craft announcements that inspire life transformation, not just attendance.
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Episode 135: Rules for Teens - Building Real Relationships in a Digital Age
February 6th, 2025 | 16 mins 55 secs
always-on world, balancing online and offline life, christian tiktok, church social media, clean up algorithm, digital detox, digital hygiene tips, digital mindfulness, digital natives, digital overload solutions, digital well-being, finding tech-life harmony, healthy tech habits, hybrid ministry, mental health and tech, nick clason, parents and teens, reducing screen time, screen time management, social feed audit, social media detox, tech talk, technology balance
Social media has transformed how we connect, fueled by the rise of smartphones and evolving platforms. In this episode, we define social media’s roots, from its early pioneers like MySpace and Facebook to today’s dynamic apps like TikTok, and explore how to use technology as a tool to foster authentic relationships. Plus, we share practical tips for building deeper connections and introduce a Phone-Free Family Planning Guide to help balance digital and real-world interactions.