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The RYM Podcast
Hosted by Reformed Youth Ministries · EN
The RYM Podcast is brought to you by Reformed Youth Ministries. Since 1972, RYM has sought to reach and equip youth for Christ. This podcast aims to equip youth leaders, pastors and parents with the same desire. For more information on RYM’s summer youth conferences, training offerings and resources, visit rym.org.
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Digital Christianity - Episode 13: Breaking Up With Our Devices
Mar 31, 202500:26:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode of 'Digital Christianity', we delve into the profound impact of smartphones on our relationships and on our own souls. Explore how a community comes together to combat digital addiction through a 28-day digital fast, fostering increased devotion and reduced distractions. Hear firsthand from Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, a tech platform designed to encourage time away from phones and strengthen family and spiritual bonds. Learn how religious groups can lead the charge in transforming the digital landscape, inspired by the collective action principles shared by Jonathan Haidt and successful stories from various churches. Join us as we examine the role of technology in our lives and discover actionable steps to reclaim control and rediscover what truly matters.
Transcribe →Digital Christianity - Episode 12: Rejecting and Redeeming Technology
Mar 24, 202500:27:08Tap to summarizeIn Episode 12 of Digital Christianity, "Rejecting and Redeeming Technology," we dive into the pervasive presence of technology in modern life, particularly focusing on its impact on worship and education. Join us as we explore how digital devices distract churchgoers from meaningful worship and pose significant challenges in classrooms, affecting children's educational outcomes and mental health. You'll hear a past clip from a public seminar given by Sophie Winkleman on how social media and screen time are changing societal dynamics, leading to a crisis in collective spiritual and mental well-being. We also hear from Patrick Miller and Jen Pollock-Michelle, who discuss the dangers of school-issued screens and the complexities of parenting in a digital age. Additionally, Dr. Read Schuchardt offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Amish, highlighting their thoughtful approach to technology and the lessons contemporary Christians might actually learn from them. As we grapple with balancing technology's benefits and pitfalls, this episode urges us to consider rejecting harmful aspects while redeeming its potential for good. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7V6nucKFK88 https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/dear-pastor-bring-your-bible-to-church/?amp=1 https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/resist-school-screens/
Transcribe →Digital Christianity - Episode 11: The Tensions of the Embodied Life We Try to Live
Mar 17, 202500:33:59Tap to summarizeThis episode of Digital Christianity delves into the profound effects of smartphones and social media on our lives, featuring insights from comedian Bo Burnham and Dr. Read Schuchardt. As these digital tools become increasingly integrated into our everyday existence, Burnham highlights the evolving nature of phones and their spiritual interaction with our lives. Dr. Schuchardt discusses the pervasive grip smartphones have on youth, advocating for a return to tangible, embodied experiences. Listeners will explore the societal pressure to engage constantly with technology and the potential to reclaim personal focus and meaning. Additionally, Jen Pollock Michel and Dr. Schuchardt emphasize the importance of balancing digital interactions with real-world connections, underscoring the value of church and community in cultivating a rich, meaningful life. https://www.crossway.org/books/scrolling-ourselves-to-death-tpb/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUTbnjIHfkg
Transcribe →Digital Christianity - Episode 10: A Generation Unable to Hear the Preached Word
Mar 10, 202500:35:24Tap to summarizeThis episode of Digital Christianity explores the parallels between a 1961 dystopian story and the current challenges faced by today's generation with our guest Collin Hansen from The Gospel Coalition. We delve into the impact of constant digital notifications on teenagers and how they deal with declining attention spans. We also highlight the struggles preachers face in maintaining attention and authority in the age of smartphones, where an abundance of information and distractions are at everyone’s fingertips. https://www.crossway.org/books/scrolling-ourselves-to-death-tpb/ https://www.amazon.com/Social-Media-Pressure-Finding-Alongside/dp/1645073106/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=L1YUNQV54IRD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FuMaCkxjiruIrOrETaHQg_CpNWOx_uDMrSerzm4Nebd36BqefEm-ab0BM2vwb9sX._MXYOAVFSXwtqo5Ii1VjJdDRgo0uXT-FbcLJte7s2ng&dib_tag=se&keywords=social+media+pressure+rym&qid=1741298147&sprefix=social+media+pressure+rym%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1-fkmr1
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Episode 090 Rev. Ryan Hughs
Jan 26, 2018Tap to summarize090 - What are some books you’re reading right now that have been helpful to you and what are some of the books that have impacted you the most? (rymonline.org)
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Jan 25, 2018Tap to summarize089 - What are some practices in ministry that have really assisted you in soul-care? (rymonline.org)
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Jan 24, 2018Tap to summarize088 - What are some practical ways youth workers can come alongside RUF campus ministers? (rymonline.org)
Transcribe →Episode 086 Rev. Ryan Hughs
Jan 22, 2018Tap to summarize086 - As a college campus minister, what advice would you give to youth workers? (rymonline.org)
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