In our rapidly changing world, the issues of smartphones, COVID-19, social media, and travel sports have left many children, youth, and family ministries looking for clarity. This workshop and panel discussion, recorded at TGC25, provides an overview of the landscape. Panelists Cameron Cole, Anna Meade Harris, Danny Kwon, Isaiah Marshall, and Chelsea Kingston Erickson suggest adjustments we can make to effectively disciple young people via an integrated, collaborative approach in a post-everything world. In This Episode 00:00 – Introduction and purpose 02:10 – Cameron Cole on the purpose of next-gen ministry 03:47 – Defining “people of the Word” 07:07 – Challenges in forming people of the Word 12:05 – Way forward: practical steps for churches and parents 16:04 – Emphases for youth ministry and parental engagement 27:12 – Panel discussion: collaboration and vision for family ministry 32:35 – Challenges in selling the vision of family ministry 38:41 – Practical strategies for youth and family ministry 45:10 – Closing and prayer Resources Mentioned: Rooted Ministry Handing Down the Faith: How Parents Pass Their Religion on to the Next Generation by Christian Smith and Amy Adamczyk SIGN UP for one of our newsletters to stay informed about TGC’s latest resources. Help The Gospel Coalition renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel: Give today. Don’t miss an episode of The Gospel Coalition Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube