EPISODE 19 (Mark Oestreicher)

In this episode, we sat down with Mark Oestreicher. Marko has been involved in church ministry his whole life, particularly with students and youth workers. He has had a broad experience working in churches in roles ranging from Junior High Pastor to Executive Pastor.

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https://www.htdt.org/podcast/marko

WHAT’S IN THIS EPISODE?

00:48 – Introduction of Marko

1:03 – Youth Ministry Shout Out (Travis Armstrong)

2:09 – Marko’s back-story

4:14 – Marko’s choice to remain in student ministry for so many years

8:03 – How Marko’s volunteer role at his local church meshes with the full time staff person

11:31 – What is the Youth Cartel?

15:16 – The fruit of YC coaching. How to convince your boss to fund your coaching

20:03 – Where has student ministry come and where is it going over the last/next 10-20 years?

30:28 – Ministry advice: how to maintain focus and keep from being complacent.

35:02 – Where should a student ministry rookie begin?

40:38 – Lightning Round

44:54 – Connecting with Marko

45:54 – Final thoughts from Marko’s interview

46:30 - Credits

RESOURCES:

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HOW TO CONNECT:

www.theyouthcartel.com

Marko’s Twitter: Marko’s Beard

Marko’s Instagram: Whyismarko