Resources for Engaging Young People and Intergenerational Discipleship & Mission – October Update
11 October 2024
To help Enable, Equip and Encourage a growing and flourishing church across Queensland, we regularly share links to resources for education, worship, discipleship, and mission both with Young People, and Intergenerationally.
The resources are a selection of practical materials, interesting articles, books and podcasts, worth considering and exploring.
If you haven't done so already, NOW is the time to register for How We Gather Matters, taking place in Brisbane - ideally with others from your community. For ministers, pastors, church leadership teams and those with a specific generational focus, this will be an incredibly valuable event.
And keep your eyes peeled for the Rejoice! Advent materials being released later this month.
If you would like to connect with the Mission Accompanying Team to chat about the resources, or how we might encourage you, please reach out to Jessica.pinkerton@ucaqld.com.au
Emmanuel Uniting Church – Saturday 9 November, 9am – 3pm
Aimed at ministers, pastors and church leaders, as well as being suitable for those with a specific generational focus, How We Gather Matters is arguably the most significant intergenerational ministry resourcing opportunity we have offered in Queensland. With contributions from Darren Philip (UK, author of Being an Intergenerational Church), Christina Embree (USA, from ReFocus) and Tammy Preston (AUS, from Intergenerate), How We Gather Matters will be an incredibly valuable day. Plan to bring your team and register today
Weekly Intergen Resources
Oct 13 Chess, Thrones and Grace
Lost Sheep Stories
A collection available to borrow from the Trinity Theological Library
Fish, Loaf, Lunch [John 6:1-15]
The Lampstand [Matthew 5:14-16]
Webster the Preacher Duck [James 1:22]
ALL Lost Sheep stories [including multiple Advent/Christmas options]
RiseUp Faith has just released a brand-new, exclusive BibleProject for Youth curriculum designed for 11–15-year-olds. Each lesson is built around BibleProject’s stunning videos and includes icebreakers, engaging discussions, and meaningful prayer. It’s the perfect way to help young people dive into God’s great story.
This and more curriculum and articles are available at www.RaiseUpFaith.com
Breast Cancer Support Resource
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and has a devastating impact on thousands of Australians each day. This free resource will help ministry leaders be prepared to support those impacted, including the patient and their family and friends. Free Download: Ways to Support People Impacted by Breast Cancer (childrensministry.com)
Articles to read and watch…
Being the Body of Christ through Intergenerational Practice
The Benefits of Intergenerational Christian Formation
The importance of faith rituals for teens
Creating routines for pre-schoolers
Discipleship & Mission in Australian Micro-Churches
Engaging Polarisation with Kindness
Talking to kids about scary events
19 October – 23 November, online
The Max7 AI Academy is an opportunity to learn the latest about AI tools from global ministry leaders who are using them every day. This Academy aims to be an up to the minute practical learning experience in using AI chatbots, generative art & music, AI video & animation. It also builds off the skills and momentum of the media and animation team behind Max7.org and the Max7 animations seen by tens of millions of people. The Academy draws on decades of pre-AI media development experience.
Converge Oceania Conference – Hearing the Faith stories of Young Australians
Thursday 14 November, Arana Hills (Brisbane)
Converge Oceania invites you to hear Dr Graham Stanton and Dr Rowan Lewis unpack what they’ve discovered about the supportive and contrary factors for robust discipleship, and how these factors impact the faith journeys of our young people. The conference will be an informative, practical and collaborative event addressing churches, youth groups, schools, families, training institutions and other community-based Christian organisations.
Paper Bag Puzzles – everyday items connect with Scripture
Anticipating Advent
Watch out for NEW Rejoice! Advent resource in November update
Australian Advent (Wreath Liturgy)
Advent: Something is Coming! (Worship resource)
Advent: Life In Faith Together (Intergenerational resource)
Advent Collection (All previous Intergen Advent resources)
Thanks to Chris Barnett from INTERGEN for generously compiling and sharing this list
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