Next Gen Now

In this special episode of the Next Gen Podcast, we're thrilled to introduce you to the two newest members of our ministry team! You'll first hear from Jon Ahles, our new NRH Elementary Minister, as he shares his heart for children's ministry. Then, stay tuned as we sit down with Darrell Halk, our new Lead Student Minister, to talk about his passion for student discipleship and what excites him about serving at The Hills. Even when beloved leaders move on, God remains faithful. We're so grateful for how He continues to provide—and we're excited for what's ahead with Jon and Darrell on board! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Pastor Rick joins us on this special episode to discuss Kids & Communion. We're hitting pause on our leader equip series to cast vision for a powerful upcoming moment in the life of our church—Family Worship Day on Sunday, May 25. When you hear “family worship,” maybe you think, “No kids classes.” But we want to reshape that thought into something far more exciting: “I'm thrilled to worship as the intergenerational family of God.” This day is for all of us—parents, kids, teens, grandparents, singles—everyone who makes up the family of God at The Hills Church. Family Worship Day isn't just a break from routine—it's a step into the kind of worship Jesus envisioned: whole families, across generations, gathered together in His name. Whether you're a parent or not, this day is for you—because we are one church family. Family Worship podcast with Patty Weaver  Should my child take communion? Talking to Your Kids About Communion  Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Alexandra McAulay shares about her recent transition from full-time student ministry at NRH to full-time motherhood. Be encouraged and blessed by her powerful words to students, parents and leaders. Thank you, Alexandra, for your legacy in student ministry. If you would like to encourage Alexandra, contribute your blessings here: Alexandra Blessing Form  Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

What is religion? Why should Christ-followers know about other world religions? What is Hinduism? What is Buddhism? What is Islam? What is Judaism? Why Jesus? Mark Baur, Professor at Greater Atlanta Christian School, joins us again to answer these questions. Worldview Podcast with Mark  Connect with Mark on Linked In  Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Adam Herndon shares his breakout session from Leader Equip on LGTBQ+. Gain a working theology, current resources, and practical application in discipling kids and students as they navigate the confusing gender and sexual identity landscape. End by bathing it all in prayer.  See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

We flip the script on this one and Alexandra McAulay interviews Jill. Step into your calling as the "royal priesthood" in a world marked by anxiety. Explore the toxic cycle of anxiety versus God's cycle of renewal, and learn how to stand, carry, and bless as a priest who brings the presence of God.  See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

We pause our Leader Equip series to interview Evangelism Minister Reid Overall where we discuss all things baptism in anticipation of Baptism Sunday, April 27. For Kids  We have a free baptism booklet designed for children ages 5-12 to help guide conversations about baptism. To receive a booklet, reach out to your Kids Ministry Team at the Welcome Desk. Use the QR code inside the booklet to let us know about any next steps your child may want to take.  For Students  Younger students (6th-7th grade) may still find the baptism booklet helpful.  One-on-One Conversations: Students can schedule a meeting with their campus student minister to discuss baptism further. We also encourage parents to have open conversations with their students about baptism, offering guidance and support as they explore this important step in their faith.   Ready to Take the Next Step? Baptism Sunday is coming up on April 27, and we can't wait to celebrate with you! If you've been considering baptism, this is your opportunity to take a bold step in your faith journey. Baptism is a public declaration of your decision to follow Jesus, and we're here to walk with you every step of the way. Whether you're ready to take the plunge or just have questions, we'd love to connect. Let's take this step together—sign up today and be part of this powerful day of transformation! Baptism Sign Up  Talking to Your Kids About Baptism  Baptism Revival and the Next Generation  NT Wright - Do I Need to Be Baptized?  Baptism is: · Commanded by Jesus: Baptism is a key part of making disciples, commanded by Jesus in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19). · Repentance and Forgiveness: It symbolizes repentance and the forgiveness of sins, with a promise of receiving the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38). · Salvation through Faith: Baptism is tied to belief and salvation, showing outward faith in Jesus (Mark 16:16). · Union with Christ's Death and Resurrection: Through baptism, believers are symbolically buried with Christ in His death and raised to a new life, identifying with His resurrection (Romans 6:3-4, Colossians 2:12). · New Identity in Christ: Baptism represents putting on a new identity, being clothed with Christ (Galatians 3:27). · Spiritual Rebirth: Jesus teaches that baptism represents being born again by water and the Spirit, necessary for entering the kingdom of God (John 3:5). · Conscience before God: It's not just an external act but a spiritual appeal for a clear conscience through the resurrection of Jesus (1 Peter 3:21). · Cleansing from Sin: Baptism is a symbolic washing away of sins as believers call on the name of Jesus (Acts 22:16). · God's Mercy and Renewal: Baptism reflects God's mercy in regenerating and renewing believers by the Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5). FAQs about Baptism What is baptism? Baptism is a beautiful ceremony where a person who has decided to follow Jesus Christ is immersed in water to demonstrate their faith in Him by publicly declaring Jesus Christ as their Lord and King. Baptism is the way Scripture teaches that we are united with Christ in his death, burial, and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4). Baptism was a command of Jesus (Matthew 28:18-20) and Jesus himself was baptized (Luke 4:21-22). Baptism is for everyone who believes that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and has decided to give their lives to him. Why does the Hills practice baptism by immersion (going under the water)? The word “baptism” we find in Scripture comes from a Greek word “baptizo” which means “to dip or immerse.” The examples we see in the New Testament show that the people who were being baptized went down into the water (Acts 8:26-38). And going completely under the water shows that we are participating with Jesus in his death, burial and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4). When we go under the water, it's as if we are dying and being buried. When we come back up from underneath the water, it's a sign of our resurrection and coming out of the grave as a brand new person. These are several reasons why we practice baptism by immersion at the Hills. Should I be baptized if I was baptized as an infant? Many people are baptized as an infant because their parents desired to dedicate them to the Lord and for his protection to be on their lives. We believe that choosing to be baptized later on in life honors that choice made on your behalf by someone else. As we read the New Testament, we see that the examples of all those who are baptized are people who are older and who are able to commit themselves to following Jesus Christ. So we welcome all those who have been baptized as an infant to be baptized again as a way to declare I personally choose to follow Jesus the rest of my days. Should I wait until I get my life together before I am baptized? We would emphatically say “no”! Waiting to come to Jesus until you get your life in order is like telling someone with a broken leg to set the bone themselves, splint it, learn how to walk on it, and then go see the doctor. We would never keep someone from the person who could heal them. The same is true with baptism. You come to Jesus, not because you have it all together, but precisely because you don't. The only thing we've proven on our own is that we can't do it on our own. Jesus is the only one that can put us back together. And it is by surrendering to Jesus that we receive his life, his healing, and the power of the Holy Spirit who begins to transform us from the inside out. Staying away from Jesus keeps us away from the only power that truly can change us. Come to Jesus, surrender to Him, be baptized, and watch what God can do in your life! How much do I or my children need to know before we are baptized? We have often made entrance into the Kingdom of Jesus a matter of information, when in reality it is a matter of surrender. A person does need to understand that Jesus declared that He was the Son of God and that our faith in Him is what saves us. A person needs to be able to understand that Jesus invites us to give up control of our lives so we can follow his ways and not our own. Beyond that, a person is free to come and learn about Jesus with Jesus instead of learning about him from a distance. Baptism is a starting place on our spiritual journey, not a test we must pass before we can begin. Jesus wants us to walk with him, learn from him as we go, and share as much life together we possibly can. Remember, Jesus is a person to love, not a subject to study. If you or your children believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and you are ready to follow Him, you are ready to begin that journey. We invite you to come and be baptized this Sunday! I've been baptized before but I'm not really sure I knew what I was doing or I haven't really followed Jesus since then. Do I need to be re-baptized? Certainly, when people are baptized, they need to be able to make a commitment that they believe that Jesus Christ is Lord and that they want to surrender to Him. But remember, the power of salvation comes not from our knowledge and understanding of every aspect of the spiritual journey but from Jesus' grace. Often what is needed is not re-baptism but a deeper surrender to the decision that was already made. In some cases, a person made the decision to follow Jesus and was baptized but then decided to follow their own path which could've even led them into deep sin and wandering. In situations like this, what is needed is not re-baptism but repentance. Jesus' grace is so immensely powerful all that God is expecting from us is to turn our faces back to him and come home, making the decision to honor the commitment we've already made to follow him. And sometimes people are baptized because they had a parent or grandparent or friend who wanted them to be baptized and it wasn't really a commitment they were making on their own. In these situations, we would encourage the person to consider being baptized again. Going through the practice of being baptized without commitment and without faith and is just an exercise in getting wet. It is faith that saves us, not water. What should I expect on Baptism Sunday? Baptism Sunday will be a very exciting day! We will have our regular worship service at the Hills. At the end of our time of preaching and sharing God's Word, Pastor Rick will invite everyone who would like to be baptized to come towards the stage. There will be people there at the stage who will welcome you and walk with you back to get you registered. After we get you registered, we'll take you back to the dressing rooms where we will have clothes you can change into for your baptism. The dressing rooms are private and are separated for men and women. After you change into your clothes, you can leave your things in the dressing rooms and they will be watched and kept safe while you are baptized. You can choose someone to baptize you or one of our ministers at the church can baptize you. If you are going to have someone personal to you baptize you, they will need to change into clothes, as well. They can bring their own if they'd like or they can change into clothes we will have available. You then will go into the baptistry (the water is warm and is heated) and you will be baptized in front of the church. You'll then go back and change into your clothes. After changing, one of our elders will pray over you and your family and friends as you begin your new journey. There will also be photo backdrops set up so you can take pictures with family and friends on your big day! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Diego Reinoso, NRH Student Minister, shares his breakout session from Leader Equip on Small Student Groups that Actually Talk. Foster trust, belonging, and deeper conversations with students in small groups. Get equipped with tools to build community and create space for the Spirit to work.  www.thehills.org/servechurch See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Hollee Ford (KLR) and Bailey Plake share how to build genuine relationships with the next generation by creating welcoming spaces and bridging the gap between isolation and community. How can you create a community family in your student group or kids' classroom? Where can you keep notes or information on students or kids? What roles could kids or students have inside your group or family? How can you track kids or students that are missing? How can you help them to know they were missed? What will you do differently after today? See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Jackson Sanford, WFW Student Minister, shares his breakout session from Leader Equip on Students Who Lead. Equip 6th-12th grade students to serve with Christlike humility, honoring peers as God's image bearers. Learn to lead others by reflecting Jesus' love, valuing everyone, and positively influencing friends and classmates.  See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

We had a full house for this one. Kids Leader Developers Jennifer Young (WFW) and Rachel Herman (KLR) and the Cave Family (WFW) join us to share their breakout session from Leader Equip on Teaching Kids to Pray. Equip kids to connect with God through prayer. Discover why prayer matters, how to teach the next generation to hear God's voice and gain tools to nurture a lifelong relationship with Him. Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home through Time, Moments, and Milestones book by Matt Chandler  See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.    Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Capture the big picture of Scripture and learn the PROBE tool to enrich your Bible reading and the Word of God effectively with kids and students. Hear from Twila Higginbottom. Previous Next Gen Now episode with Twila, Season 4 Episode 64: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-gen-now/id1637468749?i=1000641682106 https://sites.libsyn.com/427094/episode-64-teaching-with-the-master-teacher Link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.     

Get to know Hollee Ford and hear some of her story and her heart for the next generation.  Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

This will encourage you! Listen to Sophomore Ty Siegmund share his testimony and encourage all of us to "testify to the gospel of the grace of God". (Acts 20:24) If you didn't listen last week, Ty's parents shared on that episode.  Check out Ty preaching at The Gathering at NRH Student Ministry this past fall. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fd9t9wasQM&t=10s Check out the song - Use Me by Josiah Queen - https://youtu.be/q1-6SLWRf8E?si=f32y6lXlEPgl8wgY Check out Ty leading communion at the 1:58:00 mark of this video - https://www.youtube.com/live/yy8-qNXLeSU?si=YnMDLUgIjIQyb0eB Join us at Gather25 to join the global church in reaching the lost. https://thehillschurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/3360/responses/new Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org  

Say "yes" to Jesus! Ryan and Mikel Siegmund share how discipling your children is really about where you are in your own journey. That discipleship is about whole life orientation and it starts with what we say "yes" and "no" to. Parents, you'll be simultaneously encouraged and challenged in this one. Tune in next week when you hear directly from Ty! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Get to know Trystian Broussard and hear some of his story and his heart for the next generation. Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

What's the greatest motivator for mission? Kingdom Expansion Minister Chris Shelby shares what the global church has to teach us in this area, how listening and responding to God grows our faith, and that love is the greatest motivator for mission. https://at-network.org/ https://thehills.org/harvest/  Student Ministry is engaged in a series called Engage the Mission of God. See scheduling below where they learn about the different opportunities to participate in the mission of God right here (at The Hills), here (local evangelism), near (community engagement), and far (world missions).  •         2/5                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Here with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/12                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Right Here wiht Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangeilsm Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/19                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister         2/26                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Right Here Connections Ministers                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister WFW - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister Make plans to join us for Gather 25! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Want to know what intergenerational community on mission could look like? Want to know what a stole is? Hear new Minister of Celebrate Recovery and Community Engagement Nathan Irwin share about how his experience growing up in a church with older Christians pouring in to him, his time as a youth minister, and his recent years in North Africa as a missionary have shaped his outlook. Hear how hospitality is the great door opener and how we can all reach the city with the good news of Jesus. Celebrate Recovery - https://thehills.org/cr   Dash Network - https://www.dashnetwork.net/  Local Houses of Prayer - https://localhousesofprayer.org/  Student Ministry is engaged in a series called Engage the Mission of God. See scheduling below where they learn about the different opportunities to participate in the mission of God right here (at The Hills), here (local evangelism), near (community engagement), and far (world missions).  •         2/5                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Here with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/12                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Right Here wiht Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangeilsm Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/19                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister         2/26                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Right Here Connections Ministers                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister WFW - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister Make plans to join us for Gather 25! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Join us for all things evangelism as The Hills' new Minister of Evangelism Reid Overall shares how evangelism is built on love and care for people. Hear how kids and students can be activated for evangelism by engaging in simple listening prayer, asking God, "Who's my 1?" Prayer is foundational and you'll see how Reid's daughter prayed for her dad before he went on the podcast. Student Ministry is engaged in a series called Engage the Mission of God. See scheduling below where they learn about the different opportunities to participate in the mission of God right here (at The Hills), here (local evangelism), near (community engagement), and far (world missions).           2/5                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Here with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/12                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Right Here wiht Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangeilsm Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister         2/19                 • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Right Here with Connections Minister                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister         2/26                 • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Right Here Connections Ministers                 • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Here with Evangelism Minister                 • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Far with Kingdom Expansion Minister WFW - Engage the Mission of God Near with Community Engagement Minister Make plans to join us for Gather 25! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

How is service connected to a thriving faith? Bailey Plakes shares how serving right here in The Hills Church is a tangible, accessible way to together be with Jesus, become like Jesus and do what He did. thehills.org/servechurch  Faith for Exiles  Student Ministry is engaged in a series called Engage the Mission of God. See scheduling below where they learn about the different opportunities to participate in the mission of God right here (at The Hills), here (local evangelism), near (community engagement), and far (world missions).  • 2/5 -          • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Right Here         • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Here         • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Near         • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Far • 2/12 -          • KLR- Engage the Mission of God Right Here         • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Here         • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Near         • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Far • 2/19 -          • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Right Here         • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Here         • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Near         • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Far • 2/26 -          • WFW - Engage the Mission of God Right Here         • DAL - Engage the Mission of God Here         • KLR - Engage the Mission of God Near         • NRH - Engage the Mission of God Far Make plans to join us for Gather 25! Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Hear a preview for 2025 in Next Gen Ministry including what you can expect for Season 6 of this podcast, curriculum in Kids and Student Ministry, retreats, camps and more.  Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

As a speaker, author, wife, and mom of five, Erica Renaud brings a Christian perspective to matters of the heart and home, as well as of the world and culture around us. She speaks at conferences and events and has hosted a weekly radio show, At Home and Abroad. Erica and her husband are active in their multicampus congregation, where they lead prayer and worship gatherings. Her house is rarely short of laughter, schoolwork, and mess. When she finds time to venture out, she heads for the nearby mountains, lakes, and coffee shops of upstate New York. Consider her book as a great Christmas gift for a parent you know.  Pray with Me: Help Your Children Engage in Authentic and Powerful Prayer book https://www.ericarenaud.org/about-me/ To celebrate the Advent season with your family, consider following the Advent Guide that you will find on The Hills App.  The Hills Church App on the App Store The Hills Church on Google Play 

Sean Sweet is a 25-year passionate advocate for preteens and Community Director at FourFiveSix.org which educates, trains and resources preteen ministry leaders around the world. Listen in as Sean shares what's different developmentally in 9-12 year old and how they are primed to move toward a faith in God that is theirs, a love of God's Word that is theirs, and a walk with Jesus Christ that is theirs. Especially if the adults around them "let go and run beside". FourFiveSix.org LetGoAndRunBeside.com Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Adam, Sarah, Debbie & Jill celebrate Next Gen Now's 100th podcast episode. Join them to reflect on some of their episode favorites and remember the faithfulness of God! See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources. Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

A visitor from across the world visits to share insights about spiritual formation starting with an amazing story from when he was 3 years old! Kristijan Kalinov discusses pastoring a first generation church in Macedonia, spiritual formation in the home, the role of community, and the accumulated wisdom from past generations. Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Do you like your kids? Recently empty nesters, Philip and Aimee Woodwards share how a value of enjoying your kids at every stage helped them parent, discipline and allow their own hearts to be shepherded. This one is full of wisdom, laughs, tears, and more! Shepherding a Child's Heart NextGenNow Episode 65 with Kellan Woodward and Adio Lowry https://sites.libsyn.com/427094/episode-65-facing-your-future Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Living countercultural takes intentionality. Hear how the Robinson family does it in an multi-generational family. The podcast studio was full for this one that has three generations living under one roof. Inspiration and practical takeaways in this episode. Right after the podcast Jonathan (JJ) asked his mother if she had ever heard the Elevation Worship song "Talking to Jesus". Thought it was fitting after our conversation on a legacy of faith. Take a listen - Talk to Jesus song https://mytruegirl.com/ Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Hear Shawn and Niki Fear describe their journey in following the way of Jesus. Listen to the way they describe, in awe, the way they are seeing how God has woven the througlines of Scripture and Life together. And how it is impacting everything -- their own journey, parenting their two girls, their jobs. https://shereadstruth.com/ The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry  thebibleproject.com Living Fearless

What is one word to describe Jesus? Hear Spiritual Formation & Groups Minister Erich Robinson's answer to that question and how spiritual formation in groups is how you can connect relationally and grow spiritually at The Hills regardless of your age. practicingtheway.org The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry https://thehills.org/studytools/ Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Drew Ritchie, Senior Discipleship Minister, shares who has influenced his discipleship journey, how he believes community is what the next generation needs, and you'll find out his middle name.  Future Church book Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

"Parents, you are enough!" Diego Reinoso shares this encouragement and testifies to the working of God in his life while offering some practical ways his young family follows the way of Jesus together. Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Want to know what praying without ceasing actually looks like? Next Gen Admin Coordinator and Prayer Warrior Debbie Loy shares what a life of prayer can be -- constant communication with the Father. Hear how adults, kids, and students have been equipped and activated to pray and how prayer really is the strategy! Stay tuned for updates about prayer room days and times. Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Telling the truth disarms the enemy. Jake Miller, NRH Student Ministry Resident, vulnerably and openly shares about his discipleship journey--the highs and lows, the good and the struggles. Parents, this is worth listening to more than once. Hear Jake discuss ways parents can talk to their children about pornography (before and when they are exposed) and why including "the why" is part of discipleship. https://everaccountable.com/ https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Attention is one of the most precious resources there is. Joe Don Ridgell notices that the focus of our kids' attention reveals how they are being discipled. Joe Don is on the Primal Path with his two sons. He shares vulnerably about the intentionality required in parenting without beating ourselves up and encourages all dads of boys to join the Primal Path. If you are interested in participating in the Primal Path, reach out to your campus Student Minister in charge. DAL: jeremiah.haywood@thehills.org KLR: adam.herndon@thehills.org NRH: Diego.reinoso@thehills.org WFW: jackson.sanford@thehills.org   Additional Resources: Primal Path Website The Intentional Father book The Future of Manhood (earlier Next Gen Now episode)   Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Meet Student Ministry Resident Stephen Grove shares what it means to follow the way of Jesus even, or maybe especially, when that means uncertainty. Hear how his parents sowed, others have watered, but God has given the increase in His life. Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Pastor Rick provides timely insight about how following the way of Jesus includes knowing Scripture and the voice of the Spirit and how knowing Scripture is the way you discern the voice of the Spirit. It's not either/or; rather it's both/and. Hear how he sees the next generation and encourages families to foster both Biblical literacy and listening to the voice of God for today. May God's word feed you and His Spirit lead you... Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

These young adults have something to share that includes not discounting the next generation and providing space for them to question and grow. Summer interns Hannah Davis (KLR) and Brooklin Shackelford (WFW) join the podcast and offer their experience this summer and words of wisdom and encouragement for all of us wanting to impact the next generation. Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

A father and son describe their journey on the Primal Path. Listen as Jeremy and James Bankes tell what the last six months of taking part in Primal Path has been like. The Hills Church is offering dads and sons the opportunity to participate in Primal Path at a discounted rate. We believe this could change a generation of men as fathers and sons follow the way of Jesus together. What: Intentional Father Kick-off (a gathering of men who intend to raise their sons well) When: Saturday, August 24, 2024 / 8:30am - 11:00am / Breakfast Provided Where: The Hills NRH Campus Student Center Downstairs Room 171. Click this link to register - https://thehillschurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/3137/responses/new Primal Path Website The Intentional Father book  The Future of Manhood (earlier Next Gen Now episode) 

So much in store for '24 (and 25)! Hear where God is leading the Next Gen team including the calendar, teachings, experiences, mission, and more! Adam, Sarah, and Jill preview the school year and launch the fifth season of Next Gen Now! Reach out to our Global Kids Minister at sarah.wilson@thehills.org or our Global Student Minister at adam.herndon@thehills.org.  Raising Passionate Jesus Followers podcast  Primal Path Information What: Intentional Father Kick-off (a gathering of men who intend to raise their sons well) When: Saturday, August 24, 2024 / 8:30am - 11:00am / Breakfast Provided Where: The Hills NRH Campus Student Center Downstairs Room 171. Click this link to register - https://thehillschurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/3137/responses/new  Leader Equip - Save the Date - Nov. 16 Click here to sign up to serve in Next Gen Ministy - thehills.org/serve  Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

What a summer it has been! Kids and students have been discipled and have been on mission. Hear how while summer may be a break from school, it's not a break from mission of God. In fact, it has been the perfect opportunity for the next generation to go deeper in their faith. Reach out to our Global Student Minister at Adam.herndon@thehills.org and our Global Kids Minister at Sarah.wilson@thehills.org. Interested serving in Next Gen Ministry? Fill out a form here -  www.thehills.org/serve.  

WFW Student Minister Jackson Sanford and WFW Student Leader Danny Pectol share on the importance setting boundaries around technology and ideas to do it. The Anxious Generation book

Katharine Hill is UK Director at Care for the Family. Prior to joining the organization in 2004, Katharine practiced in family law. Katharine leads Care for the Family's policy agenda, participating in Government Round Tables and in consultations on matters of family policy. She is currently an expert advisor to the Archbishops' Commission on Families and Households. Alongside this she continues to speak both nationally and internationally, and writes stand-out books on family life.  She is a former board member for the International Commission on Couple and Family Relations, a trustee for The Relationships Academy and is a member of the Council of Reference for Time for Marriage. https://www.katharinehill.co.uk/ Left to Their Own Devices book https://www.careforthefamily.org.uk/ Season 4 concludes with this episode. Catch up on episodes this summer and look for new episodes in Season 5 in August.

Phil and Diane Comer share about their book Raising Passionate Jesus Followers. The Comers have been in ministry together for over 45. Phil and Diane count as their greatest joy that John Mark and Tammy, Rebekah and Steve, Elizabeth and Brook, and Matthew and Simona have each chosen to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Their two sons have followed their father into pastoral ministry, one of their daughters is married to a pastor, and the other daughter and her husband are living on mission to their friends and fellow designers in the heart of Hollywood and around the world. And now Phil and Diane have the unprecedented joy of watching their seven grandchildren being raised up in a rich heritage of life changing faith. In 2004, Phil and Diane planted Solid Rock, A Jesus Church (now known as Westside: A Jesus Church), in Portland, Oregon. Their son, John Mark, and his wife, Tammy, partnered with them from the very beginning, in what became a clear move of God in and through the thousands of people who came each week. With half of the 6000 or more people being under the age of 30, Phil and Diane have been privileged to learn to adapt the way they communicate to a generation longing for truth expressed in their own language. This movement has now become a network of churches that are similar but with their own distinct leadership and vision. In 2011, Phil passed the lead role on to John Mark's capable leadership and expanding vision. Phil and Diane began to focus their sights on developing a ministry to the next generation of parents who were asking many of the same questions that had perplexed them all those years ago. Thus was born, INTENTIONAL: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers as a way of teaching and training the hundreds of young people in their church who were now just beginning to raise children of their own. The elders of their church asked Phil and Diane to put together a conference for this purpose, both for the AJC family of churches, and for any other churches that might share the need and desire to enable parents to train their own children to love and follow Jesus. Their own church embraced this conference with such enthusiasm that they filled the first session with hundreds of parents, turning people away and quickly rescheduling a second event to accommodate all who wanted to listen and learn. Phil and Diane recognized the pressing need for focused teaching in the spiritual training of children. They have decided to completely dedicate the next season of their lives to focus on this task of training parents. While remaining embedded in Westside: A Jesus Church, Phil and Diane have, thus far, accepted invitations to five countries on five continents and to numerous churches around the United States in order to teach Intentional: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers. https://www.intentionalparents.org/phil-and-diane https://the-intentional-parents-podcast.simplecast.com/ Raising Passionate Jesus Followers book https://www.practicingtheway.org/

Luke LeFevre is 27 years old and lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife Rebecca and his daughter Evelyn. He is the Director of Ministry Engagement & Gen Z at Gather25—a global gathering of the Church that will take place on March 1st, 2025—and is the founder of a student and young adult movement called Consecrate. Luke has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people and led thousands to faith in Christ. He is the author of the book "Holy Unto The Lord: Rediscovering the Joy of Holiness" and holds degrees in Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Strategic Leadership. Luke lives with a passion to see revival in the Church, awakening in America, and the gospel reach the ends of the earth. https://lukelefevre.org/ Holy to the Lord book www.gather25.com When You Pray podcast

Do you want to disciple your children at home but don't know how or where to start? Many parents are intimidated and think those in the church will do a better job even though children are there for maybe an hour a week. KIDStory is a simple strategy where everyone in your home can connect with Jesus and His Story in an environment that builds trust, stability and security. Sarah and Jill share this simple strategy anyone and everyone can do at home. Start today! Access free resources here: https://kidsaroundtheworld.com/kidstoryhome/ Register for free virtual KIDStory workshop. DATE: Monday and Tuesday, May 20-21 TIME: 8:00-9:30 AM Pacific/ 10-11:30 AM CST Reserve your spot by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/KS_ZoomWorkshop_05-2024 We are actively inviting members to serve Sundays this summer in Kids Ministry using KIDStory. We'd love to have you join us. Click here to join the team - https://thehills.org/servechurch Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

11th grader Caleb Young shares his testimony on how saying "yes" to living life on mission is for the benefit of others and for our own transformation. https://www.rocakidzclub.com/ https://thehills.org/sermon/you-2-0/ Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Get to know Jeremiah Haywood, the Next Gen Family Discipleship Minister at The Hills Dallas Campus. Here is a link to the book Jeremiah mentioned: The Faith of Our Children: Eight Timely Research Insights for Discipling the Next Generation Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Emmanuel Dominguez, David Meyer and Jill Shelby discuss Emmanuel's call to church planting, the difference between leaving and being sent, and how for all of us our lives are really just finding our place in God's story. Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.  

Are you using technology or is it using you? Join Adam and Jill as they interview Fort Worth Christian Director of Modern Learning and Next Gen Now podcast producer Darryl Loy as we dive into this anxiety-producing hot topic. We only scratch the service so we anticipate there are more podcasts to come. Parents of kids and students are invited to the Parent Gathering on Wednesday, April 24 at KLR, NRH and WFW campuses. Check with your campus kids or student minister for details where you will discuss establishing a Technology Rule of Life for your family. Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Are you using technology or is it using you? Join Adam and Jill as they interview Fort Worth Christian Director of Modern Learning and Next Gen Now podcast producer Darryl Loy as we dive into this anxiety-producing hot topic. We only scratch the service so we anticipate there are more podcasts to come. Parents of kids and students are invited to the Parent Gathering on Wednesday, April 24 at KLR, NRH and WFW campuses. Check with your campus kids or student minister for details where you will discuss establishing a Technology Rule of Life for your family. Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

[REPLAY] Is there a move of God happening in the next generation? Auburn University sophomore and former Hills' student Jackson Brownlow shares about the September 12th event when hundreds of students were baptized after a worship service. He reflects on how God was already at work on campus weeks before this event and how he sees hunger for King Jesus rising in his generation. With Baptism Sunday coming up April 7, this is a great listen for anyone considering baptism for the first time or desiring onging immersion into the real life found in the kingdom of God. ALL HAIL KING JESUS! Description - Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.