Navigating Conflict In Youth Ministry
How to Navigate Conflict in Youth Ministry
Conflict is an inevitable part of student ministry, but how we handle it can make or break relationships with volunteer leaders, parents, and students. In this episode, we dive into practical strategies and biblical wisdom to help youth pastors navigate difficult conversations with grace and clarity.
Whether you’re managing misunderstandings with your team, addressing concerns from parents, or resolving tensions among students, this episode offers actionable insights to turn conflicts into opportunities for growth and unity.
Key takeaways include:
✅ Approaching conflict with humility and wisdom
✅ Communicating effectively with volunteer leaders
✅ Addressing parental concerns with empathy and transparency
✅ Encouraging healthy conflict resolution among students
Don’t let conflict derail your ministry—learn how to handle it faithfully and foster stronger relationships in the process.
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Ricky Smith
Ricky Smith is the Lead Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church — a Snowbird partner church in Columbus, GA. He has a bachelor’s degree in Christian Education with an emphasis in Youth Ministry from Bryan College, in Dayton, Tennessee. He also holds a Masters degree in Theology from Liberty Baptist Seminary, and a Degree in Educational Leadership from Liberty University. Ricky served as a student pastor several years, and then joined the Georgia Baptist Mission Board as the NextGen Catalyst. He as worked with youth pastors across the state of Georgia to see this generation engaged with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
