In this conversation, Sid interviews Tim Barnett on the topic of the deconstruction of faith. Tim will explore the reasons behind deconstruction, the role of social media in organizing the deconstruction movement, and the difference between doubt and deconstruction. He’ll share his personal journey of discovering apologetics and his work in helping young people navigate their faith. They also discuss the importance of Scripture in youth ministry and how the shift away from the authority of Scripture has radical implications. Tim will also explain how Scripture is not only right but also good, and how it is relevant to our lives. You’ll discover practical steps for walking with someone going through deconstruction in your ministry.

Learn more about Tim by following him on Youtube, Instagram, or through his website. And check out Tim’s book, The Deconstruction of Christianity.

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2024-2025 Conference

Lydia Kidd shares her insights on student leaders and how her church has prioritized their development by involving them in ministry and providing them with mentors. Whether you are running a dedicated program for student leaders or just looking for ways to support some of your more committed students, Lydia will give you some great ideas. Not only that, but she’s making some of her documentation available to help you as you develop more leaders. You can find those resources at this link: https://bit.ly/3XiRxdZ

You can access the Renegotiating Faith research project at renegotiatingfaith.ca.

Learn more about the Coalition for Youth Ministry Leadership at youthworker.community/coalition

Find out more about where Lydia serves by heading to cschurch.ca. You can also access some of her student leadership resources at this link: https://bit.ly/3XiRxdZ

Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing jeremy@youthworker.community

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2024-2025 Conference

Listen in to this week’s conversation as Jeremy and William discuss how small group leaders can see more progress with their students. Will talks through the discipleship quadrant he uses with his team, which consists of four different quadrants: permissive, authoritarian, cozy, and Jesus-centered. He’ll emphasize the importance of balancing challenge and support in order to create a culture of growth and transformation. Will also provides practical ideas for small group leaders, such as praying for students, playing with them, posturing as shepherds rather than chaperones, and connecting with them outside of program moments.

Find out more about where William serves by heading to ebenezerbaptist.ca/youth or follow him on Instagram.

Want to chat about youth ministry? Give us a shout by emailing jeremy@youthworker.community

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You are invited to a YWC Conference near you!

Check out youthworker.community/conferences

2024-2025 Conference