Reading Challenge

Are you eager to enhance your reading habits while staying connected to the latest trends in children's, youth, and family ministry?

Introducing our

’Growing Young Disciples Reading Challenge‘

Immerse yourself in eight captivating books over the year, with each month dedicated to a new exploration. Take the opportunity to indulge in a month-long deep dive into each book’s insights, then come together with fellow participants for engaging 90-minute discussions on Zoom. It’s not just about reading—it’s about fostering reflection and community in the pursuit of ministry excellence. Join us on this enriching journey of learning and growth!

Here are the books and dates for 2025:
Book 1

Forming Faith: Discipling the Next Generation in a Post Christian Culture

Matt Markins, Mike Handler and Sam Luce

7 or 13 February

10–11.30am

Book 2

Made In Our Image

Stephen Driscoll

7 or 13 March

10–11.30am

Book 3

Both/And Ministry

Gary Millar

4 or 10 April

10–11.30am

Book 4

Grounded in Grace

Jonathan Holmes

2 or 8 May

10–11.30am

Book 5

The Character of Christ

Jonathan Landry Cruse

6 or 12 June

10–11.30am

Book 6

The Toxic War on Masculinity

Nancy Pearcy

19 or 25 September

10–11.30am

Book 7

How Should We Then Die

Ewan Goligher

17 or 23 October

10–11.30am

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