Youth Down South

As schedules fill up with school, activities, friends, and responsibilities, how can we help teens and pre-teens keep their relationship with God a priority? Gloria Diavangama, Territorial Student Ministries Coordinator, joins us to talk about practical ways parents and youth leaders can encourage teens and pre-teens to build lasting habits of prayer, Bible reading, and spending time with God.

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Join Youth Down South hosts Emma Edelman and Major Matt Satterlee as they sit down with Tim Benitez, guest speaker for TYI 2026. In this conversation, Tim shares about his ministry, his passion for investing in the next generation, and why he was excited to return to TYI for a second year. Together, they discuss the strengths they see in today's young people, the importance of staying rooted in God's Word, and the vital role that y...

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In this episode, Emma sits down with Major Matt Satterlee and Jon Avery to explore the growing presence of AI in ministry. Together, they unpack the benefits, risks, and ethical questions surrounding tools like ChatGPT—asking how pastors, leaders, and teachers can use technology responsibly while still grounding their work in Scripture, prayer, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. From practica...

This week, we're taking the podcast on the road! Emma Edelman is on location at Camp Grandview, sitting down with members of the summer conservatory staff, Caden Thomas and Tatyana Cummings, for a fun and encouraging conversation about camp life and camp ministry.

From lighthearted rapid-fire questions and favorite camp snacks to heartfelt conversations about why they chose to serve and wh...

In this special solo episode of Youth Down South, Emma Edelman shares encouragement for youth leaders, camp staff, officers, volunteers, and ministry teams serving throughout the summer. Whether your days are packed with camps, VBS, and activities or your schedule feels a little quieter, this episode is a reminder that ministry continues beyond programs and events. From staying connected to young people during the summer months to ...

In this episode of Youth Down South, host Emma Edelman sits down with Major Anne Westmoreland and special guest Alina Pawar to discuss the exciting new 24/7 Territorial Prayer Initiative launching at Commissioning. Together, they explore the vision behind this territory-wide movement of prayer, its purpose and goals, and how Salvationists of all ages can participate as we journey toward the Territorial Centennial. Listeners will al...

In this episode, host Emma Edelman is joined by They unpack everything delegates, parents, and leaders need to know about this year’s Territorial Youth Institute—from the theme, special guests, and daily schedule to the tracks, electives, night programs, and application process. Whether you're considering attending for the first time or returning for another unforgettable summer, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes ...

In this episode of Youth Down South, host Emma Edelman is joined by Tom Hanton and Tim Burleigh from the Territorial Music & Arts Department to talk all things TMI 2026 — (Territorial Music Institute)! Together, they unpack what makes this summer music and arts institute such a meaningful experience for young people across the Southern Territory. From majors and electives to worship, concerts, night programs, and spiritua...

This week on the Youth Down South Podcast, we sit down with Major Sandra Pawar, Territorial Mission, Evangelism, and Cultural Ministries Secretary, for a conversation about the exciting ministries, initiatives, and opportunities happening through Adult Ministries across the Southern Territory. From discipleship and leadership development to building stronger intergenerational connections within our corps, this episode is full of en...

Get ready for a big summer across the territory! In this episode of Youth Down South, Emma sits down with returning guest Roberta Simmons-Smith to talk all things Commissioning and Bible Conference. From themes, dates, locations, and special guests to youth programming, childcare, young adult opportunities, worship experiences, and what attendees can expect this year, this episode is packed with helpful information and excitement f...

There’s a big goal happening across the territory—and it starts at the local level. In this episode of Youth Down South, Emma sits down with Majors Matt and Jamie Satterlee to unpack “The Big Three”—three key youth local officer roles every corps is encouraged to have: Junior Soldier Sergeant, Corps Cadet Counselor, and YPSM.

They break down what these roles do, why commissioning matters, and how these...

There’s something exciting happening across the territory—and it’s called Spotlight. In this episode of Youth Down South, Emma sits down with Tom Hanton (Territorial Worship Arts Education Director) and David Delaney (Potomac Divisional Music Director) to talk about this new (to most) initiative that’s already making waves.

Together, they unpack the heart behind Spotlight—how it started, what it looks ...