259: (Part 2) Why do we have to play these stupid games at youth group?

Jeremy and Sid talk about one of the most polarizing parts of youth ministry: games . Why do we play them? Do they actually matter? And how can they go so wrong so quickly? Together, you’ll hear how games can be a powerful tool for building community, creating belonging, and developing trust between leaders and students… when they’re done with intention. From thinking about games as a means to an end (and sometimes an end in themselves) to practical principles like inclusivity, age-appropriateness, timing, and clear explanation, this conversation will help you rethink game time. Whether you love games or dread them, this episode will help you see how play can support deeper ministry and healthier group culture. You can check out our training series that talks about Play as a core responsibility of youth workers here: 4 Core Responsibilities Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community

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259: (Part 2) Why do we have to play these stupid games at youth group? is an episode from Youth Ministry Team Podcast by jeremy@cywc.ca.

This episode is 20:38 long.

This episode was published on Dec 9, 2025.

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