Talking Youth Ministry - A Youthscape Podcast

What do you make of Marc Guéhi’s armband issues?Which one of the team is an avid Swiftie? What do Gen Z’s listening habits reveal to us?It’s that time of the year again and the team dig into what Spotify’s annual round up of music highlights to us as youth workers. They also delve into the world of football as one Christian footballer has been making headlines with what he’s put on his armband…Links:Martin's article on Taylor Swift - https://www.premierchristianity.com/culture/the-gospel-according-to-taylor-swift/17102.articleRachel Earwicker's early music career - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nraS1AjH5xAsF3EWBAtEg?si=mMYMlZZhQiOq9mUhXXKwLgStudy that Lucy referred to - https://djmag.com/news/93-young-people-rely-music-lyrics-therapeutic-tool-study-findsTo hear more episodes like this, search for Talking Youth Ministry: A Youthscape Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.For more content from Youthscape, find us on Instagram and Facebook.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered what happens when a priest enters a reality show jungle? This discussion digs into spirituality's unexpected rise in mainstream media and how it resonates with young audiences. Expect laughter as chaos erupts over the funny incident involving Matt Dobson at a recent youth event. The importance of community gatherings for youth faith is highlighted, alongside amusing hypothetical challenges that spark camaraderie. Tune in for insights on navigating the evolving spiritual landscape with humor and heart!

We have a special guest - the one and only author, presenter, speaker and all-round legend Lauren Windle. Martin sits down with Lauren as they discuss some of her story, and how to support young people who are going through challenging situations.Meanwhile, the hosting trio dig into Domingo, film fancies and a little game of 'would you rather' - youth-ministry-style!To hear more episodes like this, search for Talking Youth Ministry: A Youthscape Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.For more content from Youthscape, find us on Instagram and Facebook.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The recent resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury opens up significant discussions about accountability in youth ministry. The hosts tackle the importance of safeguarding practices while navigating this transition. Excitement builds for the National Youth Ministry Weekend, promising valuable resources and engaging seminars. They explore why the event is sold out, emphasizing the passion of both leaders and volunteers. With a mix of humor and insightful commentary, the dialogue remains vibrant as they seek to foster lifelong faith in young people.

Dr. Gemma Madle from the Youthscape Centre for Research shares fascinating insights on young people's discontent with traditional politics. They crave authentic engagement and express frustration over polarized discourse and social media chaos. The discussion highlights the intersection of faith and politics, emphasizing the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue. With a new theme centered on hope for youth festivals and a fresh Bible study resource for reflective conversations, the episode is both enlightening and engaging!

The discussion dives into the influence of smartphones on today's youth, spotlighting the challenges of sleep deprivation and social isolation. There's a focus on recognizing successes in youth ministry, highlighting small wins and innovative strategies to engage young people. The hosts also tackle the spiritual aspects of youth curiosity about the supernatural. Fun playful activities for youth engagement are explored, along with memorable anecdotes that emphasize connection and community building.

The hosts dive into the intriguing rise of 'WitchTok' and its implications for youth culture and ministry. They explore how driverless cars could affect traditional rites of passage for young people. The conversation touches on the challenges of navigating youth transitions, especially moving from primary to secondary school. Humor and personal anecdotes bring life to discussions about spirituality, community, and the evolving landscape of adolescence, all while emphasizing the importance of engaging youth during spooky season.

In the final episode of the season, Rachel interviews the legendary John Roberto, author, researcher and all-round expert on lifelong faith. He lifts the lid on faith development and lays down the challenge for those of us in ministry of 'how do we disciple people through all 10 decades of their life?'Meanwhile, Martin opens up about a recent toothache gone wrong story that isn't for the faint-hearted... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.