Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Hello, early morning seminary teachers! We know you are probably enjoying the chance to sleep in a little later, but summer is actually a beautiful time to refresh, recharge, and "dig your own well" before the new school year begins!
In this episode of the Seminary Teachers Helping Seminary Teachers podcast, we are talking about the nuts and bolts of summer teacher preparation. Whether you are a brand new teacher or coming back for your third year, this episode is full of practical advice to help you stay spiritually fed and ready to bless your students.
In this episode, we cover:
Becoming a Learner Again: How to use the summer break to read the scriptures as an engaged student, so you can discover the best ways to invite your youth to do the same. Remember, it’s not about what you will tell your students, but what you will invite them to do!
Preparing for Isaiah & The Old Testament: We are heading into some dense scripture this coming semester. We discuss why we can't just rely on telling stories, and how to pay the price now to understand the culture and doctrine of the Old Testament.
Alternative Bible Translations: Did you know you can use alternative English translations of the Bible to help your students understand difficult verses? We talk about useful translations like the NRSV and NLT, and where to find the Church's official recommendations (check out Handbook 38.8.41.1 and the Gospel Library app!).
Gospel Library Study Hacks: Great ideas for creating thematic notebooks in the Gospel Library app and familiarizing yourself with the "Life Help" section to support your youth.
Summer Ministering: Simple ways to check in on your students' scripture study while they are at camp or home for the summer.
Take this time to fill your well with living water so you have plenty to draw from when the busy early mornings return.
Resources Mentioned: Don't forget to log in to your dashboard to check out the daily micro-trainings available to you this summer. Be sure to also look out for links to the summer religious educator conference to get expert insights into the world of Jonah, Isaiah, and the minor prophets.
As always, if you have any questions, reach out to your coordinators—we are here to support you!
Have a wonderful, spiritually filling summer, and happy studying!
Hello, early morning seminary teachers! We know you are probably enjoying the chance to sleep in a little later, but summer is actually a beautiful time to refresh, recharge, and "dig your own well" before the new school year begins!
In this episode of the Seminary Teachers Helping Seminary Teachers podcast, we are talking about the nuts and bolts of summer teacher preparation. Whether you are a brand new teacher or coming back for your third year, this episode is full of practical advice to help you stay spiritually fed and ready to bless your students.
In this episode, we cover:
Becoming a Learner Again: How to use the summer break to read the scriptures as an engaged student, so you can discover the best ways to invite your youth to do the same. Remember, it’s not about what you will tell your students, but what you will invite them to do!
Preparing for Isaiah & The Old Testament: We are heading into some dense scripture this coming semester. We discuss why we can't just rely on telling stories, and how to pay the price now to understand the culture and doctrine of the Old Testament.
Alternative Bible Translations: Did you know you can use alternative English translations of the Bible to help your students understand difficult verses? We talk about useful translations like the NRSV and NLT, and where to find the Church's official recommendations (check out Handbook 38.8.41.1 and the Gospel Library app!).
Gospel Library Study Hacks: Great ideas for creating thematic notebooks in the Gospel Library app and familiarizing yourself with the "Life Help" section to support your youth.
Summer Ministering: Simple ways to check in on your students' scripture study while they are at camp or home for the summer.
Take this time to fill your well with living water so you have plenty to draw from when the busy early mornings return.
Resources Mentioned: Don't forget to log in to your dashboard to check out the daily micro-trainings available to you this summer. Be sure to also look out for links to the summer religious educator conference to get expert insights into the world of Jonah, Isaiah, and the minor prophets.
As always, if you have any questions, reach out to your coordinators—we are here to support you!
Have a wonderful, spiritually filling summer, and happy studying!
