In this episode, we're joined by Kyle Hoffsmith—youth pastor at Old North Church and host of The Word in Youth Ministry podcast—for a powerful conversation about rethinking the typical youth group model. Instead of relying on games, pizza, and surface-level engagement, Kyle has built a student ministry rooted in God’s Word and rich theology—even for middle and high schoolers. He shares practical strategies, honest stories of student transformation, and how a foundation of biblical truth is leading to lasting faith in the next generation.

Whether you're a youth pastor, church leader, or parent, this episode offers encouragement and actionable insight for discipling students toward long-term spiritual maturity.

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In this episode, Eric sits down with Maggie Olmedo, longtime partner of Momentum, to talk about how ministry leaders can better serve students who think, learn, and experience the world differently. They explore common misunderstandings and practical ways churches can create environments where every student can thrive.

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On this week's episode, Eric is joined by Todd Pearage as the two have an insightful conversation on youth ministry, and specifically what Youth Pastors need most in today's world.

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Join Eric Miller and Vice President Donny Varney this week as they discuss the different levels of vision in ministry and the work of building God’s Kingdom.

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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is joined by Jared Stewart of Video Game Ministries. Listen as the two discuss how to leverage the world of online gaming for the gospel.

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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, join Eric Miller and Donny Varney as the two discuss how to embrace obstacles in ministry as they share their personal experiences on the topic.

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This week on the podcast, Eric is joined by Bryce Johnson as the two discuss how to leverage the community of fantasy sports for the Gospel and advancement of the Kingdom.

Learn more about Bryce's ministry through these websites! 💻

www.unpackinit.com

https://www.fantasyfootballfellowship.com

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This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric is joined by Ian Shire of Authentic Intimacy. Ian is the Leader Program Manager and is on the front lines of serving our leader community. He has a passion for encouraging men and women toward Christlike sexual integrity. Ian joined the ministry of Authentic Intimacy in 2023 with the role of training and supporting pastors and leaders to engage their ministries with a biblical approach to sexuality.

Listen as Eric and Ian have a powerful conversation on navigating sexuality within a ministry context in today's world. Discover more on their website here: www.authenticintimacy.com/leader/

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