Pass the Salt: Recent Episodes

Salt 'n Light Youth Ministy

A Salt 'n Light Youth Ministry Resource for youth leaders, teens, and parents. Join your hosts, Salt 'n Light team members, who will unpack faith topics and questions that YOU help us with. We're Salt 'n Light...Let's learn together, let's talk, let's "pass the salt."

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Join us for the second conversation we have about Names of God! In this episode, Hope and Chrisanna talk about one name for God specifically...and uncover everything else that name leads us to! Before our next episode, join us in reading John 10! Check out Pass the Salt on Spotify!

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Quick pause on our "Naming God" series, because.....It is HERE! Happy almost Easter from Salt 'n Light! Enjoy this conversation we had with our Zeteo 2024 speaker, Cody Sherry! He shares about his heart behind the Zeteo sermons, and also gives us some follow ups from the weekend!! Watch on YouTube, too: snlym!

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Here is this week's Pass the Salt episode, live now on YouTube and on Spotify!! Help us dive into this big topic. Let us know in our social media stories or in the comments what questions you have about the many names of God! And (or) tell us any experience you want to share about the way you think of God and names you've used for God (Yahweh, Provider, Good Shepherd, etc.)! Thanks for PASSING THE SALT!

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Pass the Salt Zeteo Talkback TWO!

Join our "Return" cast as they answer YOUR questions about everything Zeteo 2024! Comment on our instagram post any questions you have for our guest speaker, Cody, and our director/writer of "Return," Christie!! We hear from them next week!!

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A new Pass the Salt Podcast is here! Today, is one of two Zeteo talkbacks. We hear from Director/Writer of "Return," Christie, and two cast members, Cassidy (Violet) and Hope (SK, Spite, Skye). Join us next week for our talkback #2 with more cast!

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Our Salt 'n Light Youth Ministry Podcast is finally BACK! And today you, in our introduction episode, you will meet our new host, Hope! Also...look back at Zeteo 2024 with us and get ready to dive deeper into the world of Zeteo 2024 over the next three weeks!! Drop in the comments on our Instagram post any questions you want us to ask the cast of "Return" from Zeteo!

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Dance is powerful and in today's episode we talk with some directors from Encountered Heart Ministries about their dance ministry and the impact dance can have in worship. Whether you love dance, want to support dance as worship, or are interested in learning more about Encountered Heart, this episode is for you! And today's episode features a special guest in the intro...! Follow @encounteredheartministries or check out their website: encounteredheartministries.com!

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Ever wish you could give the younger you advice? In today's episode, Chrisanna chats with Pastor Jim and his wife Wendy who spent over 25 years in ministry. They talk about what they wish they knew going into ministry, and advice they would share to anyone considering a life of full-time ministry. If you are someone thinking about ministry as your life calling, this episode is for you! If you are someone wanting to learn more about how to live a life that exemplifies what we read in the Gospel, this episode is for you! If you want to hear about the "nitty gritty" of life as a pastor, the things pastors might not often share, this episode is for you! Thank you for passing the salt with us, learning with us, and listening!

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What do you know...or think you know...about social work, adoption, and foster care? Episode 25 of Pass the Salt is here and it is a wonderful conversation with Kyra Gonzalez. She is a Social Worker with Bethany Christian Services and talks with us about her work and the incredible ways she gets to show up for children and families. Learn some new things and ways to pray for this work! Thanks for Passing the Salt with us!

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We know, we know, this week's episode title is A LOT! But that is because today's conversation with Eden covers a lot of territory...literally! Eden was one of our Salt 'n Light Summer Interns who is studying abroad in Germany for the whole school year! She is halfway through her exchange program, and takes some time to tell us about life abroad and most importantly, what faith is like abroad! Find some encouragement today as you listen to what a faith journey can look like in the middle of unique circumstances. Thank you for Passing the Salt with us!

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Join us for a conversation with Pastor Emily Bingham, the Teaching Ministries Pastor at Messiah University. We look back at some of the themes and prayers she preached at Zeteo 2022, while discussing our past, present, and futures with Jesus. Emily also shares some wisdom for anyone in ministry who interacts with students. Let's Pass the Salt!

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Ready to re-live your favorite Zeteo!? WE ARE! Join us for a talkback (previously recorded on Instagram Live 2/10/22). Get to know Salt 'n Light for the first time, or discover some of the behind the scenes facts from "Begin Again." Thanks for tuning in to Season 2 of your favorite podcast, Pass the Salt!

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Our Monday Podcast episode comes to you today...on a Wednesday...'tis the season! Today we talk about JOY. Have you ever struggled to find joy, feel joy, or share joy? Let's talk about why joy matters and how it is different than happiness.

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What does love mean to you this holiday season? Let's talk about love...but not just any love, the greates and most unconditional love there ever was or will be. On today's Podcast Episode, we talk about Christmas games, and of course an Advent devotional focused on love. Let's not only receive love, but work on showing it this Advent.

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Welcome to the first Christmas Episode of "Pass the Salt!" During Advent, our Podcast episodes will feature an advent devotional, some Christmas game ideas for your youth groups (or families!), and other fun surprises! Some episodes will feature a guest! Today's episode talks all about HOPE! Why do we need hope? What if we just don't feel any this Christmas season? Let's pass the salt on hope and turn our eyes to the manger this Advent 2021!

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Episode 18 is here and our guest today is, Cassidy Nuss! She is a high school student who interned with Salt 'n Light over the summer! Cassidy and Chrisanna talk about surrendering: why is it difficult, why is it good, and why it matters. Listen today and...jump in the river...

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Have you ever had to wait on the Lord? Waiting for an answer to prayer...waiting for a breakthrough...waiting for a change...waiting for ANYTHING is hard, but especially when we are faced with unknowns. On today's Episode 17 of "Pass the Salt," Chrisanna talks with her friend, Molly Bruce. Molly has a B.A in Human Development and Family Science and an M.B.A. Her life experiences have taught her about patience with God, perseverance, and discovering hope in unlikely places. Listen to their conversation for some encouragement, new ideas, and your own Monday-dose of hope while waiting.

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Episode 16 of "Pass the Salt" is here! We are so excited to share with you an interview with Bill Marshall, the director at Meddard's House in New Cumberland. Meddard's House is a youth outreach center providing some incredbiel resources and acitivites to teens in the central, PA area. Bill shares the story of his work and what Meddard's House does! Don't miss this interview! If you want to work or volunteer with for your community, you'll want to listen to Bill share his first-hand experience! #Glindaisthebest

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Episode 15 of "Pass the Salt" is a GREAT conversation. Wow. This episode is for youth leaders, teens, worship leaders, and parents. Rachel and Spencer Rennels and Chrisanna dive into a variety of topics from theology on worship to how to run a successful worship rehearsal...and many things in between. We would love to hear from you: what further questions about worship teams do YOU want answered from SnL?

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Episode 14 of "Pass the Salt" is here! Today we have an amazing interview with Claudia Mingora! She shares some very helpful and practical advice for incorportating your faith into your every day life. After you listen to Claudia's wisdom, try some of what she suggests this week!

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Today's Podcast Episode is for TEACHERS and STUDENTS! If you lead students, whether in a classroom, Sunday School room, or Youth Group...you'll want to listen to Episode 13 of "Pass the Salt" on Spotify! Students, this episode is for you TOO! Start your Monday off right, be encouraged with wisdom and new ideas from an enlightening conversation with a real life doctor...of education! School years are only a few months underway, spend some time getting new ideas about how you can make the most of this year. Pass the Salt with us today!

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Episode 12 of "Pass the Salt," is ready for you to listen to! Today's episode features stories and memories from YOU all about Salt 'n Light Retreats! Listen for a walk down memory lane, and information about how your church or organization can book a Salt 'n Light fall or spring retreat!

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Episode 11 of Pass the Salt is here! Today marks day 2 of our 11th annual "Celebrate the Light" fundraiser! And in honor of celebrating the light, we are celebrating YOU, our wonderful youth leaders and youth group volunteers. Today's episode offers some encouragement, scripture, and resource information that you'll find practical and helpful! May you be blessed today, and know that we are grateful to partner in ministry with you!

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"The One About Battleball."

Enjoy today's special treat for our tenth episode of Pass the Salt! It features conversations with students from ten different youth groups who all played on our Battleball Tournament 2021. You'll be pretty amazed by these students capacity to show sportsmanship and understand the kindness of Christ. Let's Pass the Salt...or in this case...Pass the Ball!

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Episode 9 of Pass the Salt is here, and it is geared towards anyone who might face anxiety, or anyone who wants to understand their faith deeper. Our guest, Alexa, works for In Him Christian Wellness, and helps people achieve total wellness. She offers insight, wisdom, and support as well as a real-time exercise you can do while you listen! Learn about your mind, body, and soul, and how all three can work together to help you walk closer to God daily!

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Episode 8 is here! Do you feel rushed? In a hurry? Busy? Drained? Worn out? Is it even possible to find true, genuine rest...rest for your soul? In today's episode on the podcast, "Pass the Salt," Chrisanna and Youth Director/SnL Alum, Megan Warren, talk all about these feelings and about the holiness of rest. Whether you are a student, leader, or parent, give today's episode a listen and drop us a comment below about your takeaways!

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Have you ever doubted your testimony? Episode 7 of "Pass the Salt" gets to the root of that with SnL intern, Micah LaRue. We talk with Micah about our testimonies and the power all testimonies have! Get ready to be inspired by and proud of the testimony God gave YOU! Send us a message via our website snlym.com or on Instagram, "snlym."

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It's time to "Pass the Salt" on one of the most important, life-changing, and profound topics we will ever discuss at Salt 'n Light. BATTLEBALL. In today's episode, Chrisanna interviews SnL alum, and her former Impact hosting-partner extraordanaire, Jesse King. They talk all things Battleball. As you prepare for the epic tournament happening on September 26th, listen to this episode. In between push-ups and thirty mile runs, spend some time on Spotify learning from Jesse the rules, the tricks, and tips you need to win the most important game of your life. And, if you aren't already registered for Battleball...SIGN UP TODAY at snlym.com/battleball

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Mission Impossible! Is it possible for everyone to be a missionary...every day...everywhere? Let's find out! Eden, a Salt 'n Light Summer Intern, talks with Chrisanna about mission fields and how we are all a part of one. We also get to hear about her nonprofit called "Backpacks of Hope," which everyone is encouraged to support! Is the mission set before us impossible? (spoiler alert: its not!)

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Let's "Pass the Salt" with Julianna Chen and Jaremy Bady, two Salt 'n Light Interns. They led a seminar at our Impact festival about racial reconciliation. In this episode, we talk about racial justice and how the church can do a better job of addressing racial reconciliation. Julianna and Jaremy do a wonderful job of sharing honestly, openly, and gracefully the important truths that teens, youth leaders, and parents need to know.

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The first episode in our "Seminar Series!" In this conversation with Salt 'n Light Intern, Sarah Swartz, we discuss a seminar she taught called "Oh You’re Not Going to a Christian College? Are You Even a Christian?" Let's talk together about the challenges with choosing a secular school and why and how churches can better support their teens as they head off to college. If you attended Impact, or are just a fan of Salt 'n Light here is a chance to either hear more from this seminar you attended, or learn about it for the first time!

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Our first official episode of Pass the Salt is here! Join us as we chat with Christie Miller, the Director of Creative Arts for Salt 'n Light Youth Ministries. The summer 2021 theme for our ministry was "Mighty Close." We talk with Christie about the "why" behind that theme and also get a behind the scenes look at all of the creative arts pieces Salt 'n Light has under the theme!

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Get to know Salt 'n Light Youth Ministries new podcast resource!! We will posting new episodes every Monday and every episode is a helpful resource on a topic geared towards teens, youth leaders, or parents. Let's pass the salt! As always, check out snlym.com and follow Salt 'n Light Youth Ministries on social media!