The Whole Youth Worker: Advice on Professional, Personal, and Physical Wellness from the Trenches, 2nd Ed. [Paperback]

Jay Tucker (Author), Jeanne Mayo (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 25, 2011

Being a youth minister is not for the meek!
Youth ministry is difficult and you need every useful resource you can get your hands on. The Whole Youth Worker, 2nd Edition is advice straight from the heart of a guy who has been in the youth ministry trenches for over a decade. Whether you are a youth minister rookie or a seasoned pro, The Whole Youth Worker, 2nd Edition should be on your resource shelf. Inside the new 2nd Edition, you will find advice on:

Being a professional inside the office

Dealing with criticism

Balancing family and ministry

Challenging your congregation's definition of success

Creating a more parent-friendly ministry

Creating a clear vision for ministry

Ministering to others when your spirit is struggling

Staying health as a form of worship

And new insights available only in this edition include:

Advice on interviewing well

How not to let an event become bigger than God

Celebrating successes

When good kids make bad choices

Youth Ministers and Pastors Acclaim for The Whole Youth Worker
"Here is a brass-tacks companion for those who would aspire to being not a master but a servant, one who is willing to put forth great effort on the young, even though not all the recipients will be appreciative. Jay Tucker is the opposite of preachy, he is practical and instructional with down-to-earth language that brings a smile." --Most Rev. Heyward B. Ewart, PhD, DD, Metropolitan Archbishop, Holy Catholic Church International

"If you want to hear from the heart of a youth worker who struggles to enjoy the Monday-to-Friday part of youth ministry and wants to help you get through it too, then you need to read The Whole Youth Worker." --Mike Kupferer, Youth Ministry Exchange

"In The Whole Youth Worker, Jay gives us a glimpse at what it's like to be in the trenches--both good and bad. You will read this book and say, 'Been there--it's good to know I'm not alone!'" --Rev. Bill Fisackerly, IV, Gulf Cove United Methodist Church

Learn more at www.JayTucker.net

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Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Youth ministry is difficult and you need every useful resource you can get your hands on. The Whole Youth Worker, 2nd Edition is advice straight from the heart of a guy who has been in the youth ministry trenches for over a decade. If you are a youth ministry rookie or a seasoned pro, The Whole Youth Worker, 2nd Edition should be on your resource shelf. Inside the 2nd Edition you will find advice on;

• Being a professional inside the office
• Dealing with criticism
• Balancing family and ministry
• Challenging your congregation's definition of success
• Creating a more parent-friendly ministry
• Creating a clear vision for ministry
• Ministering to others when your spirit is struggling
• Staying healthy as a form of worship

And new insights available only in the 2nd Edition include;

• Advice on interviewing well
• How to not let an event become bigger than God
• Successful youth ministry in a less than successful economy
• Celebrating success
• When good kids make bad choices
• an updated guide to the most healthful choices at the most popular fast food places in the country
• an inspiring foreword by America's Youth Leader, Jeanne Mayo

About the Author

Jay Tucker is a husband, father, youth minister, and author who is fervently pursuing God. He has been involved in youth ministry as a volunteer and full-time salaried youth minister for almost 20 years. Jay lives and ministers in the Southwest Florida area with his wife and children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 174 pages
• Publisher: Loving Healing Press; 2 edition (February 25, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 161599078X
• ISBN-13: 978-1615990788
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,182,550 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jay Tucker is a life long South Floridian. His passions are Jesus Christ, his family, education, and enjoying life. "You should do whatever it is that gets you out of bed in the morning," is Jay's philosophy on work. He writes for pleasure and has three published works. "The Whole Youth Worker; Advice on Professional, Personal, and Physical Wellness from the Trenches", "The Whole Youth Worker, 2nd Edition", and "Ferdinand Uses the Potty". All of the books are from Loving Healing Press.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Book for Anyone Working With Youth, August 8, 2011

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lastnerve "Val" (SC, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Whole Youth Worker: Advice on Professional, Personal, and Physical Wellness from the Trenches, 2nd Ed. (Paperback)

Although this book is written with the Youth Pastor in mind, I found it to be essential for anyone who may work with youth in any capacity. I am a person who can relate to humor so I found this book not only entertaining but informative as well. A well rounded book, just about every aspect of being a youth pastor was covered. From dealing with the parents to finding out you may not be the hero that you thought people would think you were, I found nuggets of information that will remain with me my entire lifetime.

In The Whole Youth Worker, you will find many topics covered such as a nutrition table that shows healthy options in bold, a list of lock in ideas as well as a list of movies and projects. Some were really funny and I plan to do a vast majority of them with my own children. God is not a boring God and Jay Tucker breathes a breath of life into what some people make a monotonous ritual.

Filled with all types of ideas for lock ins, menus and even small surprises for the kids you have been given the responsibility to watch over, The Whole Youth Worker is a must have book on every shelf. I personally work with younger children at church but have teenagers at home. This book has helped me as a resource guide in more ways than I can tell you. As a parent, I am reminded that no child is perfect. As a teacher, I have found a reliable resource in which I can refer to.

With a flair for the humorous, Jay Tucker has nailed it with this book. I laughed at moments and my heart was heavy at others. I highly recommend you pick up this book, you will not regret your decision to do so. I look forward to reading more from Jay Tucker in the future.

3.0 out of 5 stars The Whole Youth Worker Review, June 6, 2011

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Pastor Mark Wilcox - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Whole Youth Worker: Advice on Professional, Personal, and Physical Wellness from the Trenches, 2nd Ed. (Paperback)

The Whole Youth Worker: Advice on Professional, Personal, and Physical Wellness from the Trenches, 2nd Ed. Is a good book to have if you are a youth pastor or working with youth in any capacity in a church setting. The book will give you sound day to day advice about being involved in the youth ministry. I would equate this book to a Youth Ministry for dummies or a training type of book. I plan to use this book as required reading for my youth pastor and or anyone involved in the youth ministry as a youth ministry handbook within my church. This is an easy-to-read textbook on youth ministry by a proven professional with years of experience.

This book lays out the foundation of what a day in the life of a youth minister will look like. The author also give good advice on how to avoid bad situations that will happen as a youth minister. Jay Tucker speaks from years of experience and his advice is sound and informative. This book is a must for all beginning youth ministries from the youth pastor to an volunteer that may help out within the ministry, especially if you were thrown into it out of another profession.