Jesus Is My Hashtag Podcast
The Jesus Is My Hashtag Podcast is where positive youth development and youth ministry intersect. Host Deb Schroeder will tap into her 27 years of training and experience in working with young people to discuss building relationships with youth, helping them explore and grow in their faith, and strategies for guiding them as they develop the skills and abilities necessary to transition successfully through adolescence and into adulthood. Whether you are a youth ministry volunteer, a youth pastor, teacher, coach, parent—well really any caring adult--this podcast is for you! Tune in each week for encouragement, resources and strategies to assist you in helping young people make Jesus their hashtag.
Episodes
73 episodes
In The Middle Of It All, Part 7
In today's podcast episode, we wrap up our special series called "In The Middle Of It All." We specifically look at what it means to be in middle school and balancing being a kid and growing up. As Always, Keep ...
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Episode 18
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10:57
In The Middle Of It All, Part 6
This episode looks at growing technology addiction and struggles I have watched young people face in the middle school. Keep Showing Up & Keep Caring!Deb
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11:07
In The Middle Of It All, Part 5
Today, we look at friendships and how they can evolve and change throughout the school year. Keep Showing Up & Keep Caring!Deb
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Episode 17
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10:42
In The Middle Of It All, Part 4
Today, we look at bullying in this podcast episode. I think I could fill hours talking about bullying and its impacts on young people.Sadly, this is something that is not just found inside a middle school. It happen wherever...
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Episode 16
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12:37
In The Middle Of It All, Part 3
This episode looks at language, specifically cursing as it relates to young people. We look at how this type of language has become normalized for youth and the potential impacts it can have on them.As Always,Keep Showing ...
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Episode 15
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8:35
In The Middle Of It All, Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of In The Middle Of It All where I share observations I have made all year long working with middle school students and the adults that work with them. Today I am looking at respect because it tops the list of so...
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Episode 14
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8:45
The Middle Of It All, Part 1
A long awaited return to the podcast brings a series of short episodes that share observations I have made all year long working with Middle School students and the adults that work with them. I'm excited about this series because...
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Episode 13
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5:53
Reflections of 2022
We are just a couple weeks away from Christmas and under a month from the New Year. This is a good time to pause and reflect on 2022 both within my ministry and personally. In this episode, I share my own reflections and als...
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Episode 12
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13:08
3 Gifts for Youth (Courtesy of My Dad)
This podcast episode is a look at 3 gifts we can give young people every single day. As I share what these gifts are, I share a story from my Dad's funeral and talk about his love of Jesus.As Always,Keep Showing Up & K...
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Episode 11
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7:44
Youth Worker Spotlight Featuring Michelle Pick, Part 3
In today’s episode, we look at the 3rd and final part of my interview with fellow youth worker and teacher Michelle Pick. We talk about who the caring adults were in her life and the difference they made. We also focus in on desirin...
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Episode 10
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18:19
Youth Worker Spotlight Featuring Michelle Pick, Part 2
On today's podcast episode, we return to part 2 of our interview with teacher and fellow youth worker Michelle Pick. In this episode we discuss strategies and tips, the importance of connecting with a caring adult, what we wish adults und...
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Episode 9
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18:03
Youth Worker Spotlight Featuring Michelle Pick, Part 1
Today's podcast episode is a 3 part interview with fellow youth worker Michelle Pick. Michelle is a mom of 2 daughters and a teacher of over 19 years, a student council adviser of 13 years and an Adjunct Instructor. But, more import...
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Episode 8
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17:50
Cultivating Growth
Today's podcast episode looks at how we as caring adults can feel while we wait to see and experience growth with young people. I compare youth development to a garden and we talk about what waiting can be like. I offer 4 questions...
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Episode 7
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14:22
Does God Equip Those He Calls?
Today's podcast episode looks at the question "Does God Equip Those He Calls?" As we answer this, we look to the Word of God and look into our own live for how God is calling us and equipping us.In the podcast, I also ask you to h...
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Episode 6
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14:47
Expectations for Youth: Part 2
This episode continues discussing Expectations for Youth but looks at what happens when different adults have different expectations for young people.I offer 5 things to keep in mind as we strive for consistency in working with youth.
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Episode 5
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15:58
Expectations For Youth: Part 1
On today's podcast episode, we look at expectations for youth and why they are important. We talk about engaging youth in the process of setting expectations.As Always,Keep Showing Up & Keep Caring!Deb
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Episode 4
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16:08
What's In A Name?
In this episode we look at why a name is important to young people and how it connects to their identity. I offer 8 different tips to help you learn the names of youth in your life.Don't miss out on what's happening over at our we...
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Episode 3
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13:09
I Want to Belong
On this today's episode, I look at what it looks like to want to belong. I talk about why it matters and how you as a caring adult can be a connector. I offer 3 strategies to help you assist young people to find a place to belong....
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Episode 2
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14:59
Welcome to Season 2
Welcome to Season 2 of the #Jesusismyhashtag Podcast! I am excited to be back. In this episode, I will update you on how I've spent the Spring and Summer months. I will also overview what we will be covering in the months ah...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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8:38
Season 1 Wrap Up
Today's podcast, Episode 53, wraps up Season 1. This season we have looked at:vision for the podcastbasic youth development principlesassumptions made about youthdevelopmental outcomes
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Episode 53
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6:52
Honoring My Fantastic Model of Faith
This week's episode is very personal for me. I share about my Dad, my Fantastic Model of Faith. I discuss what he taught me about faith. And, I task my fellow youth workers with a homework assignment that honors their ...
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Episode 52
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12:17
Modeling Faith To Youth
On today's episode I look at 4 ways to model faith to young people. I also share my own beliefs about why I think this matters.I also encouraged listeners to join me in praying for our youth and teachers. As I said, I believ...
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Episode 51
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16:06
Youth Need A Why & A How
On today's podcast episode, we look at 4 strategies in helping youth discover a why and a how for things they are asked to do or expected to do. You are even tasked with a homework assignment to put these strategies into practice.
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Episode 50
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14:47