Talking Youth Ministry - A Youthscape Podcast

Martin sits down with author, lecturer, broadcaster and host of The Sacred podcast, Elizabeth Oldfield. Together they unpack what faith development looks like in the period of 'perma-crisis' that young people are growing up in, and discuss Elizabeth's latest book - Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times. Elizabeth also tells us about her journey of rediscovering her faith as an adult and an insight into what she was like as a teenager in youth group. Meanwhile back at 'Youthscape Towers', Martin tells us of his mid-life crisis/chrysalis... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a shocking change of events, Martin is answering the questions rather than asking them! Rachel is joined by the podcast producer Dave as they dig into Martin's new book, Signal Fire. Martin unpacks his journey in crafting this book as well as a deep dive into how important prayer is in lifelong faith development in young people... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Rachel sits down with Rick Otto, who is the Diocese Of Manchester's Childrens Advisor as well as heading up the children's work at New Wine. Rick unpacks some of his latest research about longevity in faith and what it means for us as leaders for the long haul. Meanwhile, Rachel and Martin play 'would you rather - youth work style' and Martin recalls his woes with his disastrous sabbatical...  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Martin chats to Aaron Nayagam from Fusion, all about young people transitioning from youth work to university, the pitfalls and the challenge that the youth work community need to take up around setting these young people up to win. Meanwhile Rachel and Martin discuss their youth work confessions and how they'd fare in 'Race Across the World'... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is Liz Bewley, Executive Director from OneLife. Liz and Martin dive into the importance and role that being a young leader can have on lifelong faith development in young people, Liz introduces Martin to 'The Character Death Star'. Meanwhile, back at Youthscape Towers, Martin and Rachel open up the conversation around influencers, the place of young people's voice in the church and the ever-popular Mr Beast... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim and Emma Owen from the Message Trust discuss event evangelism in schools, emphasizing the importance of local church partnerships. The hosts talk about age, the Enneagram, and aspirations for the future. They explore leadership styles, personal growth, and engaging young people through music and evangelism, emphasizing long-term relationships in youth ministry.

This week Rachel sits down with Andy Du Feu, Principal of Moorlands College, to lift the lid on what the Bible says about faith formation. Back in the studio, Martin and Rachel divulge on some of their youth work 'zingers', and Rachel shares the story on the journey of church plant in Blackburn as well as a funny story about late night mistaken identity... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Clark, Online Pastor at Holy Trinity Brompton, shares insights on building discipleship for long-term impact in youth ministry. Discussions include reflections on past behaviors, the importance of relational youth ministry, challenges in maintaining faith, and addressing struggles within the church.

The podcast is back! This season we’re asking the important question of ‘how do we set up young people for a lifetime with Jesus’ and digging into the misconceptions and foundations of building lifelong faith.Martin and Rachel sit down with Dr Hannah Bowden, part of the Youthscape Centre for Research, as they kick off the start of the season exploring what data is already around there, how good Rachel is at sound effects and the topic of metaphorical pizza… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We want to invite you to join Rachel Gardner and Dr. Lucie Moore as they explore the first part of the Translating God research from the Youthscape Centre for Research in their own podcast. They lift the lid on what the research is all about and give a sneak peak at some of the headlines and topics that they'll cover over the next 4 episodes. Still not sure? Have a listen by searching for 'Translating God: A Youthscape Podcast', you won't want to miss out… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.