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Reaching and Discipling Millennials: Challenges and Opportunities In this insightful discussion, various speakers explore the vital topic of how to effectively reach and disciple the millennial generation. The session begins with an introduction by Thom Rainer who shares personal anecdotes and sets the stage for the main focus: can we truly disciple millennials, and can they become disciple-makers themselves? The speaker highlights the complexity and clarity sometimes lacking within church communities, using both humor and personal stories to illustrate these points. Statistical data is presented to underscore the significant decline in generational Christian adherence, from the builder generation to the millennials, who only show roughly 15% followers of Christ. However, despite this decline, there is a notable receptivity among millennials, presenting a hopeful opportunity for the church. Key characteristics of millennials, such as their value for relationships and desire for authenticity, humility, transparency, and integrity, are discussed. Practical advice and strategies are given on how to engage millennials effectively, including the importance of personal relationships, leveraging older generations for mentorship, and ensuring corporate authenticity within the church community. The session also delves into specific, real-world examples and testimonies that illustrate how these principles can be applied successfully. Overall, this comprehensive dialogue provides valuable insights and actionable steps for anyone looking to engage with and disciple millennials in a meaningful way. Check out Discipleship.org for resources on disciple-making: https://discipleship.org/resources/  Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes 09:24 Millennials' Receptivity to the Gospel 14:46 Building Relationships with Millennials 19:02 Practical Steps for Churches 29:47 Capitol Hill Prayer Group 38:37 Authenticity in Discipleship 48:39 Challenges in Modern Church Practices 54:59 Practical Steps for Discipleship Stay Informed - Get our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hPViAr See below for a longer description:  Rainer's primary thesis revolves around questioning whether millennials can be effectively discipled and turned into disciple-makers. He stresses the importance of understanding this generation's unique characteristics. According to Rainer, millennials are highly relational but often perceive church environments as unclear or hypocritical. He advocates for churches to pursue authenticity and integrity in their ministries. Using statistical data, Rainer highlights the low percentage of millennials who identify as Christians compared to previous generations. He emphasizes that despite this, there is significant openness and receptivity among millennials toward the gospel, possibly more than seen in prior generations. The key is for churches to make intentional efforts in relationship-buildingand personal discipleship. Various speakers at the forum further discuss strategies to effectively disciple millennials. Heather Zempel shares examples of relational discipleship occurring in Washington, D.C., pointing out that millennials are actively engaged in mission trips and small groups that prioritize hands-on, real-life applications of faith. Ariana Rimson highlights the need for millennials to align their relationships with God's word, focusing on authenticity and integrity. Jim Putman stresses the importance of relational discipleship over mere church participation, reinforcing that millennials seek genuine connections and discipleship that integrate with their everyday lives. Rainer and other speakers argue that churches must move beyond traditional and superficial churchianity to embrace genuine Christianity characterized by personal relationships and community impact. The panel collectively underscores the importance of meeting millennials where they are, both physically and culturally. They advocate for a church environment that prioritizes community engagement, social impact, and authentic relationships. The ultimate goal is to foster a generation of disciple-makers who are deeply rooted in their faith and committed to living out the teachings of Jesus in practical, transformative ways. In summary, this video provides a thorough exploration of the challenges and opportunities in discipling millennials. It offers valuable insights and practical strategies for church leaders aiming to bridge generational gaps and cultivate meaningful, faith-driven relationships within their congregations. It stresses the need for churches to adapt, be authentic, and focus on relational and community-oriented ministry to effectively reach and disciple the millennial generation. Check out our Blogs: https://discipleship.org/blog/ 

In this episode of The Post-Christian Podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant sits down with Heather Zempel from National Community Church in Washington DC. Heather shares her insights on navigating a post-Christian world, emphasizing the importance of revisiting how we fulfill our mission and how we serve as the local church - to root them in biblical truth rather than in inherited cultural norms. Heather discusses the innovative Dream Collective, an initiative launched to train, encourage, and inspire church planters and missional ventures. She highlights transformative stories, like Ebenezer's Coffee Shop, where everyday encounters lead to profound spiritual impact. Heather also offers valuable advice for church leaders feeling overwhelmed in today's rapidly evolving cultural landscape. Timestamps: 00:00 Teaser and Introduction 03:38 Steward well, support church planters, embrace community. 08:16 Reevaluating beliefs, strengthening faith through renewed mission. 09:49 Commitment to pointing people towards God 15:47 Disciples embody Jesus' teachings, bringing peace and hope. 19:24 Inspired by faith despite unanswered prayers. 20:05 Alpha encourages open, supportive faith discussions. Don't miss this enlightening conversation packed with practical wisdom for churches striving to thrive in a post-Christian context. Dive in and discover how you can be a part of God's mission in our changing world! Visit ericbryant.org for more resources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-bryant1/support

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On today's show we are diving into the intersection of creativyt and discipleship! Brain Daniel and Haley. Malone are joined by Heather Zemple to cover a range of topics including leadership, discipleship, creativity, and generational dynamics within the church. Heather Zemple is passionate about making disciples, cultivating community, and curating experiences that expand the horizons of possibility. With a background in biological engineering, she brings a unique perspective to ministry leadership.   Heather leads NCC's Dream Collective community of pastors, artists, and entrepreneurs who explore the intersection of gospel and culture.  Heather wrote a few books, including Community is Messy, Amazed and Confused, and Big Change, Small Groups.  She loves watching football, finding the best BBQ joints, and trekking through National Parks with her husband Ryan and energetic daughter Sawyer Elizabeth.Heather shares insights on the association between creativity and leadership, the role of creativity in discipleship, and the challenges and opportunities presented by multi-generational congregations. The conversation explores the evolution of discipleship and small group ministry, focusing on generational differences, authenticity, and the challenges of navigating modern issues. It delves into the nuances of discipleship, the role of technology, and the importance of creating safe spaces for asking hard questions. Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend! SHOW LINKS: The Dream CollectiveConnect with Heather Zemple

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KP chats with author and discipleship pastor Heather Zempel about doing ministry in the nation's capital, discipling through deconstruction, and so much more! Connect with Heather: instagram - @heatherzempel Books - Big Change Small Groups - https://a.co/d/eYN8hyS Community is Messy - https://a.co/d/2ilTMGi   Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com  Connect with KP for booking and questions: @kurtisparks - instagram - www.kurtisparks.com/booking

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Author and teacher Heather Zempel says that most people read the Bible like they read a yearbook, first going to all the pages where they can find themselves. In Scripture, that's problematic because we are not the point of the story or found on many of the pages. John 17 is one of the safe places where we can, in fact, find ourselves. Here, Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but anyone who would believe in Him through their message. If you are a Christ-follower, that prayer was for you. Jesus prayed that we would be a unified church making it possible for even more people to hear the message and believe in Him. More than just this prayer, Scripture says that Jesus continues to intercede for us. How empowering! How encouraging! How motivating! The will and way of Jesus included prayer then and continues in prayer now. We can join Him in His prayers and be alive with Him on mission.

Author and teacher Heather Zempel says that most people read the Bible like they read a yearbook, first going to all the pages where they can find themselves. In Scripture, that's problematic because we are not the point of the story or found on many of the pages. John 17 is one of the safe places where we can, in fact, find ourselves. Here, Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but anyone who would believe in Him through their message. If you are a Christ-follower, that prayer was for you. Jesus prayed that we would be a unified church making it possible for even more people to hear the message and believe in Him. More than just this prayer, Scripture says that Jesus continues to intercede for us. How empowering! How encouraging! How motivating! The will and way of Jesus included prayer then and continues in prayer now. We can join Him in His prayers and be alive with Him on mission.

Author and teacher Heather Zempel says that most people read the Bible like they read a yearbook, first going to all the pages where they can find themselves. In Scripture, that's problematic because we are not the point of the story or found on many of the pages. John 17 is one of the safe places where we can, in fact, find ourselves. Here, Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but anyone who would believe in Him through their message. If you are a Christ-follower, that prayer was for you. Jesus prayed that we would be a unified church making it possible for even more people to hear the message and believe in Him. More than just this prayer, Scripture says that Jesus continues to intercede for us. How empowering! How encouraging! How motivating! The will and way of Jesus included prayer then and continues in prayer now. We can join Him in His prayers and be alive with Him on mission.

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Heather talks about how to discern your calling in life, what it's like to minister to leaders in Washington DC, advice to women in leadership, what she's learned in politics and so much more. About Heather Zempel: Heather Zempel is the Discipleship Pastor and Campus Ministries Director at National Community Church in Washington, DC. She is the author of several books, including Big Change, Small Groups, a how-to book for small group leaders of adult small groups. She lives on Capitol Hill with her husband, Ryan, and energetic daughter, Sawyer. She loves growing as a leader, discipiling the next generation, and watching SEC football.4 Key Takeaways:1. Heather talks about when she knew ministry and discipleship were her calling.2. She shares some insight into what it's like working in DC.3. Heather discusses how she's worked to incorporate the church into local DC businesses. 4. She gives some valuable advice to women leaders who may find themselves faced with challenges. Quotes From the Episode:“Calling is multi-dimensional… There's who we're called to minister to,... there's where we're called to do it and there's what we're called to do.”“I think so much of leadership rises and falls on your character.”“Check your ego at the door.”Resources Mentioned:Practice of the Presence of God Brother LawrenceWater from a Deep Well Gerald L. Sittser and Eugene H. PetersonChurch History in Plain Language by Bruce ShelleyJesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by Kenneth E. BaileyBooks by Patrick LincioniBooks by The Heath BrothersRange David EpsteinThe Chronicles of Narnia C.S. LewisConnect with Heather: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

God's promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth seemed like it came too late. In the face of disappointment, they played the long game. In the face of a promise delayed, they dared to hope again. Meanwhile, God was setting the stage for his kingdom to invade earth.

God's promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth seemed like it came too late. In the face of disappointment, they played the long game. In the face of a promise delayed, they dared to hope again. Meanwhile, God was setting the stage for his kingdom to invade earth.

God's promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth seemed like it came too late. In the face of disappointment, they played the long game. In the face of a promise delayed, they dared to hope again. Meanwhile, God was setting the stage for his kingdom to invade earth. Click the icon below to watch.

How do we practice the way of Jesus when we're bumping into people that hard to love, and people that we disagree with? What does love require of us? The parable of the Good Samaritan teaches us to love regardless, and we do that by practicing the spiritual discipline of seeing, engaging people's mess, and showing compassion even when it's risky.  Episode notes here.  Heather Zempel's book about navigating small group dynamics  "Community is Messy" is available here.  Learn more about our ministry at Lionshare.org

This clip was taken from the 4th track session by Lionshare at last year's Forum. Dave Buehring (founder/president of Lionshare) along with Heather Zempel (discipleship pastor at National Community Church in Washington, DC; Lionshare board of directors) and Sean Holland (founder and senior pastor of the Epicenter of Worship in Lansing, Michigan; Lionshare board of directors). Dave, Heather, and Sean shared so much wisdom and depth in this episode about discipling people to be ready for relationship with the world around us.

Prayer is powerful, but what happens when your desired, even expected, outcomes don't occur? Author and Pastor Heather Zempel shares wisdom based on Habakkuk, from her book, “Amazed and Confused: When God's Actions Collide With Our Expectations.” Find out more about guest host Thann Bennett's Tailored Coaching here.

Prayer is powerful, but what happens when your desired, even expected, outcomes don't occur? Author and Pastor Heather Zempel shares wisdom based on Habakkuk, from her book, “Amazed and Confused: When God's Actions Collide With Our Expectations.” Find out more about guest host Thann Bennett's Tailored Coaching here.

Esther leveraged her power, position, and privilege to serve others. Xerxes released control in order to reverse the narrative. Both required a special kind of courage. A courage that makes decisions based on values, convictions, and opportunities instead of fear, insecurity, and avoidance.

Esther leveraged her power, position, and privilege to serve others. Xerxes released control in order to reverse the narrative. Both required a special kind of courage. A courage that makes decisions based on values, convictions, and opportunities instead of fear, insecurity, and avoidance.

Esther leveraged her power, position, and privilege to serve others. Xerxes released control in order to reverse the narrative. Both required a special kind of courage. A courage that makes decisions based on values, convictions, and opportunities instead of fear, insecurity, and avoidance. Click the icon below to watch.

If you do a great job fulfilling your role, you'll likely get opportunities to lead projects and people. However, transitioning from subject matter expert and independent contributor to leader is like an athlete transitioning from playing on the field to coaching the team. It requires different skills and abilities. Consequently, a promotion into a leadership position often negatively affects the contributions of an organization's top performers, but it doesn't have to be that way. We can begin preparing ourselves and our team members for opportunities to lead. In episode 211, Heather Zempel of National Community Church in Washington D.C. shares how she develops herself and others as leaders at one of the most successful churches in the United States. She also gives us a framework to do the same. Welcome to episode 211.

Heather Zempel, Discipleship Pastor and Ministries Director at National Community Church in Washington, DC, discusses recruiting and developing small group leaders, making disciples, and raising the value of groups with busy and important people. NCC is a highly transient culture. Heather gives tips on how to rapids identify and develop leaders. And, this episode was just a lot of fun! This episode also includes an Ask Allen Segment on creative ways to recruit group leaders.

Love the one who hates you. It was shocking and revolutionary when Jesus taught it, and it remains shocking and revolutionary today. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus invites us to imagine a world transformed by people who make decisions against themselves to love across labels, categories, and divisions.

Love the one who hates you. It was shocking and revolutionary when Jesus taught it, and it remains shocking and revolutionary today. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus invites us to imagine a world transformed by people who make decisions against themselves to love across labels, categories, and divisions.

Love the one who hates you. It was shocking and revolutionary when Jesus taught it, and it remains shocking and revolutionary today. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus invites us to imagine a world transformed by people who make decisions against themselves to love across labels, categories, and divisions. Click the icon below to watch.

God is love. It's who he is and it's what he does. The story of Christmas is not a saccharine-coated, sentimental folk tale. It is the story of ultimate sacrifice- a king who left his throne to be God with us. A king who would hang on a cross to be God for us. As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk the difficult way of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13.

God is love. It's who he is and it's what he does. The story of Christmas is not a saccharine-coated, sentimental folk tale. It is the story of ultimate sacrifice- a king who left his throne to be God with us. A king who would hang on a cross to be God for us. As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk the difficult way of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13. Click the icon below to watch.

God is love. It's who he is and it's what he does. The story of Christmas is not a saccharine-coated, sentimental folk tale. It is the story of ultimate sacrifice- a king who left his throne to be God with us. A king who would hang on a cross to be God for us. As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk the difficult way of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13.

God is love. It's who he is and it's what he does. The story of Christmas is not a saccharine-coated, sentimental folk tale. It is the story of ultimate sacrifice- a king who left his throne to be God with us. A king who would hang on a cross to be God for us. As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk the difficult way of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13.

During First Sunday Gathering, Pastor Heather Zempel kicked off our new series "At the Table" with the highlight passage from 1 Kings 17, about Elijah and the Widow. So many miracles, centered around God's table of provision. 

In one of our favorite episodes from Season 1 of Windows Into The Bible Podcast, Marc sits down for an interview with Pastor Heather Zempel, Discipleship Pastor & Campus Ministries Director of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. Pastor Heather discusses her ministry's deep focus on small groups, the power that small groups can have on spiritual life, and how to improve your Bible study by asking ancient questions. To read more of Pastor Heather's work on small groups, check out her books "Big Change, Small Groups" and "Community Is Messy". Follow Pastor Heather on social media @HeatherZempel. For more information about the Windows Into The Bible Podcast visit https://witbpodcast.com/ Tweet us questions using #witbpodcast or email them to questions@witbpodcast.com To learn more about Windows Into The Bible University visit https://witbuniversity.com/ Ready to travel to the lands of the Bible again? Go to https://biblical-expeditions.com/ Credits: Host: Marc Turnage Executive Producer: Kyle M. Stefanowicz Producer: John-Michael Jalonen Audio Editing & Post Production Engineer: Mark Johnson Web/Technical: Michael Yardley Voiceover: Ashley McKay Fowler Voice Over Windows into the Bible Podcast is a product of Biblical Expeditions. For more information about Biblical Expeditions, visit Biblical-Expeditions.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/windowsintothebible/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/windowsintothebible/support

Jesus told his followers, "Go make disciples of all nations." Against all odds, this small sect of Judaism attracted Gentile followers and began to spread throughout the entire Roman Empire. As those early followers studied the words of Jesus, imitated the ways of Jesus, and partnered in the mission of Jesus, the early church offered a way of life that stood in stark contrast to the power of the empire. Two thousand years later, Jesus still invites us on a journey, empowered by the Holy Spirit within the context of community, to learn to live our lives from Jesus and invite others to do the same.

Jesus told his followers, "Go make disciples of all nations." Against all odds, this small sect of Judaism attracted Gentile followers and began to spread throughout the entire Roman Empire. As those early followers studied the words of Jesus, imitated the ways of Jesus, and partnered in the mission of Jesus, the early church offered a way of life that stood in stark contrast to the power of the empire. Two thousand years later, Jesus still invites us on a journey, empowered by the Holy Spirit within the context of community, to learn to live our lives from Jesus and invite others to do the same.

Jesus told his followers, "Go make disciples of all nations." Against all odds, this small sect of Judaism attracted Gentile followers and began to spread throughout the entire Roman Empire. As those early followers studied the words of Jesus, imitated the ways of Jesus, and partnered in the mission of Jesus, the early church offered a way of life that stood in stark contrast to the power of the empire. Two thousand years later, Jesus still invites us on a journey, empowered by the Holy Spirit within the context of community, to learn to live our lives from Jesus and invite others to do the same.

Jesus told his followers, "Go make disciples of all nations." Against all odds, this small sect of Judaism attracted Gentile followers and began to spread throughout the entire Roman Empire. As those early followers studied the words of Jesus, imitated the ways of Jesus, and partnered in the mission of Jesus, the early church offered a way of life that stood in stark contrast to the power of the empire. Two thousand years later, Jesus still invites us on a journey, empowered by the Holy Spirit within the context of community, to learn to live our lives from Jesus and invite others to do the same.

Throughout Scripture, light is used as a symbol of God's presence. It sparks life, inspires hope, and points to God's goodness, faithfulness, and beauty. God also commissioned his people to be a light to the nations. In his letter to the church at Philippi, Paul commends the believers for their obedience and commands them to continue shining brightly in the darkness of suffering and in the confusion of the culture.

Big moves of God often begin with small steps of obedience. But small doesn't necessarily mean easy. If we tune our ears to the voice of the Holy Spirit and train our wills to move in obedience, our lives will take turns towards adventure. Sometimes, that adventure may take us along a desert road, but if we partner with him, we get to be a part of new life springing forth.

Pastor Heather Zempel continues our Beloved series! In order to step into our belovedness, we must first encounter and be transformed by the unimaginable, inconceivable, incomprehensible love of Jesus. In 1 John, the disciple reminds the churches of Asia Minor of the final teachings of Jesus in John 13-17- that God is love, that God demonstrates his love towards us at the cross and the empty tomb, and that we demonstrate God to the world around us when we love one another.

Download the free PDF “The Process of Transformation” by Dave Buehring. Visit http://discipleship.org/lionshare to get your free PDF. The following audio comes from the National Disciple Making Forum by Discipleship·org. The theme was “Relationships,” and Lionshare hosted a track called “Making Disciples in the Generations and Vocations.” Connect with Discipleship.org: https://twitter.com/disciplesforum https://www.facebook.com/discipleshipforum Relevant Links: Lionshare website: http://www.lionshare.org/ Dave Buehring on Twitter: https://twitter.com/davebuehring Lionshare on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lionshare_org

Download the free PDF “The Process of Transformation” by Dave Buehring. Visit http://discipleship.org/lionshare to get your free PDF.   The following audio comes from the National Disciple Making Forum by Discipleship dot org. The theme was "Disciple Maker,” and Lionshare hosted a track called “The Holy Spirit and Transformation.” That's where we recorded the audio for today's episode.   Connect with Discipleship.org: https://twitter.com/disciplesforum https://www.facebook.com/discipleshipforum   Relevant Links: Lionshare website: http://www.lionshare.org/ Dave Buehring on Twitter: https://twitter.com/davebuehring Lionshare on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lionshare_org