Ministry Conversations

This bonus episode of the Ministry Conversations Podcast features Pastor Quincy Randall as he shares the amazing work that the Lord is doing through his church.

In this episode of Ministry Conversations, Bobby Contreras interviews Pastor Sam Bunnell about the incredible work that his church is doing to push the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to the congregation and their community.

Resources recommended by Linda Howell:A Beginner's Guide to Crossing Cultures: Making Friends in a Multicultural World - Patty Lane Patty's book is excellent and has been used in University settings as a text book for those working or planning to work cross culturally Foreign to Familiar - Sarah A. Lanier Sarah's book is a great book for cultural awareness and has a wonderful premise that is easy to remember and apply The 3D Gospel - Jayson GeorgesJayson's book is excellent at showing how God's word speaks to people no matter what their culture, and the different ways that the gospel crosses culture to reveal God's amazing grace.

Summary:In this kickoff episode of the Ministry Conversations Podcast, Clay Jacobson hosts Jennifer Howington and Kurt Krodle to explore the purpose, philosophy, and practice of NextGen Ministry. They discuss how children’s and student ministries can work in sync, what it means to disciple the next generation holistically, and how churches of all sizes can create intentional strategies that stick.Topics Covered:What NextGen Ministry actually means—and what it doesn'tThe importance of alignment between kids, student, and adult ministriesDiscipleship as a long-term, relationship-centered journeyEquipping parents and caregivers to be primary spiritual influencersOvercoming silos in church staff roles and ministry teamsEncouragement for leaders in small and rural churchesPractical first steps for churches wanting to build or strengthen a NextGen modelQuotes:“It’s not about programs—it’s about people and a pathway of discipleship.” – Jennifer Howington“When kids and students grow up in a church where every age group is aligned, the long-term spiritual impact is exponential.” – Kurt KrodleResources Mentioned:Texas Baptists NextGen MinistryConnect with Us:📩 Email questions or feedback: [email protected]🔗 Learn more about Texas Baptists ministries: https://texasbaptists.org