Cultivate Co-op

24: Grant Skeldon @ YMC

This episode is a recording of our YMC held in the fall of 2024 from Grant Skeldon. Grant is a young leader who's passionate about empowering the next generation. He's the Next Gen Director at THINQ and has written lots of content to help leaders connect with and inspire young people, including his book, The Passion Generation. Today Grant is sharing about practical discipleship in a busy world.

23: Ashley Bohinc

Gabi and Zoe sit down with Ashley Bohinc to discuss her experiences in ministry and her unique perspective. They delve into various ways to connect with God, the importance of rest, and other relevant topics for young people. Ashley offers valuable advice and provides insightful commentary on the challenges and opportunities of next-generation ministry.
Side note: The Northern Lights absolutely showed up and showed OUT! God is so cool.
Ashley's super cool non-profit: https://www.carry117.com/

22: Ken Castor

In this episode of Cultivate Co-op, Ryan sits down with Ken Castor to discuss the importance of the Bible in engaging the next generation. Ken shares practical tools and insights on how to use the Bible effectively and relate its teachings to teenagers in a meaningful way.
Check out the Make a Difference Youth Bible here: https://makeadifferencebible.com/

21: The Rossinator

On this episode, Ryan and Gabi hang out with Ross Van Kley, youth pastor at First Reformed Church in Hull, Iowa. They dive into Ross's ministry journey, exploring the differences between serving in rural versus urban areas, and how small-town churches are evolving in today’s world. Get ready for giggles and gouda!

20: Stuart Hall @ YMC

This episode is a recording of Stuart Hall from our YMC event in Orange City this past January. In this session, Stuart breaks down the vital role of scaffolding in youth development and the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. Through a youth ministry lens, he sheds light on empowering young individuals to navigate life's complexities with resilience and purpose.

19: Kevin & Sarah Vander Schaaf

In this episode, Zoe chats with Kevin and Sarah Vander Schaaf to discuss the blessing of organizing teams and staff for events. They dive into details of behind-the-scenes, touching on everything from the Chick-fil-A drive-thru experience to the importance of well-maintained grass and perfectly executed spreadsheets.

18: Orchard Hill Collective

Ryan and Zoe get to sit down with members of Orchard Hill Collective at Power Connection in July. Together, they dive into the importance of team cohesiveness, the joy of leading worship, and the value of having fun together. Along the way, of course there’s some lighthearted and silly conversations that highlight the playful spirit of this amazing group.

17: John Michael Hinton

John Michael Hinton joins Ryan and Zoe for a captivating conversation about the intersection of faith and creativity. They delve into the essence of trusting God's calling, the power of embracing challenges, and how to channel these experiences into a fulfilling ministry.

16: Justin Knowles

Join Gabi and Zoe as they sit down with Justin Knowles at Power Connection to delve into his journey and explore three essential characteristics of a Jesus-like leader. Discover insights on leadership rooted in humility, kindness, and grace.

15: Book Club part 1

In this episode, Ryan, Gabi, and Zoe dive into the highlights of their latest “Book Club” read, Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer. They explore the profound insights and practical applications of Comer's teachings, sharing their personal reflections and takeaways from this transformative book. More episodes like this to come as Cultivate Co-op continues the Book Club!