Afleveringen
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To conclude Season 7, Jill sits down with a spiritual mother, Debb Webb — a Kingdom teacher whose journey has moved from leading a traditional church to cultivating Spirit-led, home-based Kingdom communities as part of the Legacy Conversation series.
This episode draws from a deep well of wisdom. It's the kind of conversation that may feel like drinking from a fire hydrant — dense, layered, and overflowing with revelation. Together, Jill and Debb explore themes that range wide and deep:
-The meaning behind the title "Son of Man" and key Hebrew words that reveal God's heart
-The original human mandate and how it shapes our purpose today
-How to discern the Spirit of God in community
-The nature of revelation and prophecy
-What it means to live in faithful obedience to the Father's willThis is a rich, Spirit-filled conversation for those hungry to understand the Kingdom more deeply — an invitation to listen slowly, reflect prayerfully, and let wisdom take root.
The advent guide referenced in the intro can be found on The Hills website - www.thehills/christmas - and on The Hills App under Daily Habits, Guided Reflection.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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In this Legacy Conversation, Jill sits down with longtime friend and fellow educator Chad McNatt, now the Head of Seattle Christian School. From serving together as principals in Rwanda to leading schools and ministries today, their conversation explores what it means to lead to and with the next generation while preparing them to lead in the future.
Together they talk about:
-The three threads the next generation needs most — Truth, Trust, and Identity
-What today's students need from leaders and mentors
-How to equip and empower young people to lead now
-The kind of leaders the next generation is becoming
-How parents, teachers, and ministry leaders can guide them for this moment and this missionChad also references two books that have shaped his thinking about engaging culture and forming resilient faith:
So the Next Generation Will Know by Sean McDowell and J. Warner Wallace
A Practical Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet and Brett KunkleThis is a practical and hope-filled conversation for anyone investing in the next generation — from parents and pastors to teachers and mentors — offering wisdom for how to help students build lives anchored in truth, shaped by trust, and secure in their identity in Christ.
Seattle Christian School
The advent guide referenced in the intro will be included in next week's podcast show notes.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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The Power of Blessing: Theology, Practice, and Presence
Jill is joined by three key voices in the Local Houses of Prayer movement — Anne deLeyser (Director of Local Houses of Prayer), C'havala Crawley, and Sharon Van Horn — to explore one of the most beautiful and transformative practices in the Kingdom: blessing.
Together, they unpack the theology, practice, and power of blessing—how it flows from God's heart, shapes communities, and awakens spiritual renewal right where we live. Whether you're a parent, ministry leader, or someone hungry to see the Kingdom come in your neighborhood, this conversation will stir your imagination for how simple acts of blessing can open heaven over homes, schools, and cities.
Links:
Ffald y Brenin
LOCAL HOUSES OF PRAYERReach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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We're thrilled to welcome back author, teacher, and spiritual director Lacy Finn Borgo to the Next Gen Now Podcast. In her book Faith Like a Child, Lacy invites us to rediscover the kingdom of God through the lens of childlike trust, wonder, and presence.
In this episode, we dive deeper into:
• What Lacy is learning about walking with Jesus in childlike faith.
• How children model prayer, presence, and trust in ways adults often forget.
• The importance of cultivating intergenerational discipleship spaces in the church.
• Encouragement for leaders and parents who long to nurture authentic faith in the next generation.
Whether you're a parent, ministry leader, or simply curious about what it means to enter the kingdom like a child, this conversation will inspire you to slow down, listen, and embrace the joy of being God's beloved.
Resources & Links:
• Faith Like a Child book
• Good Dirt Ministries - Lacy Finn Borgo
• How to Have Spiritual Conversations with Children podcastReach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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On this episode, we look ahead to a powerful weekend at The Hills—November 15–17, 2025—when our church family will gather across generations and cultures to seek God together in worship and prayer.
Senior Pastor Rick Atchley, Kingdom Expansion Minister Chris Shelby, and Valeria Guillory, a Young Adult leader, join us for a roundtable conversation about the heart behind the theme More Than We Can Ask or Imagine: Ask for Nations & Generations.
Together we talk about:
-Why this weekend is so important for our church in this season
-How prayer is preparing us now through the altar themes: Heart, Home, Church, and City and an upcoming 14 day prayer and fasting guide
-What to expect on Saturday night, Sunday morning, and Monday night
-How every generation—from kids to young adults to seniors—can participate fully
-The role of revivalist Luke LeFevre and how to prepare for his message
-Stories of how God is already moving "more than we can ask or imagine"
Key Details for the Weekend:
📅 November 15–17, 2025
📍 The Hills Church – NRH Campus (Friday Night & Sunday) + Prayer Morning Saturday
✨ Saturday, Nov 15: Ask for Nations & Generations Night (intergenerational, multicultural worship & prayer) with Luke (5-7 pm with multicultural booths and fair experience open in atrium from 3-5 pm)
✨ Sunday, Nov 16: Luke LeFevre preaching
✨ Monday, Nov 17: Young Adults City Gathering with Luke (7-9 pm)See more on event and register to submit an art piece and for childcare here
www.lukelefevre.org
Follow along with the Ask for Nations & Generations prayer guide in The Hills App. Invite a friend or family member to join you for the weekend.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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In this episode of the Next Gen Now Podcast, we introduce Samantha Williams, the new Kids Minister at our West Fort Worth campus. Samantha shares her faith journey, how the Lord called her into ministry, and what drew her to join The Hills staff family.
We talk about:
-Samantha's story of coming to faith and milestones along the way.
-What drew her heart to kids ministry and how God has used her past experiences to prepare her for this role.
-The opportunities she sees for kids, students, and families at West Fort Worth.
-Her vision for partnering with parents and raising up the next generation.Samantha also shares how you can be praying for her as she steps into this exciting new season, and she ends our conversation by blessing our listeners with prayer.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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In this episode of the Next Gen Now Podcast, we sit down with Deborah Overall, the new Early Childhood Kids Minister at our North Richland Hills campus. Deborah shares her story of faith, her journey into ministry with children, and the call that led her to The Hills.
We talk about:
-How God has been at work in Deborah's life and ministry journey.
-What excites her most about serving kids, students, and families in this season.
-How she senses the Lord is moving in the next generation at The Hills.
-Practical ways you can pray for and encourage Deborah as she begins this new role.
-You'll also get to know more about Deborah's family, her passions, and the vision God is stirring in her heart for kids ministry. She closes the episode with a prayer of blessing for all our listeners.Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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In this episode of Next Gen Now, we're joined by Dr. David Fraze—former student minister at The Hills, now a national leader in youth and family ministry. Dr. Fraze reflects on how his time in local church ministry shaped his passion for intergenerational discipleship and explores how faith, family, practices, community and service intersect to form resilient young believers.
We also dive into his role in the Tenx10 initiative, a nationwide effort to help faith matter more to the next generation. From practical wisdom to personal stories, Dr. Fraze offers encouragement for parents, pastors, and leaders as they seek to pass on faith across generations. Whether you're in student ministry or simply care about the future of the Church, this conversation will inspire and equip you.
David Fraze (D.Min., Fuler Theological Seminary) is a Professor and Endowed Chair of the Youth and Family Ministry Program at Lubbock Christian University. David has been in student ministry and has worked with students for over 35 years. David is a popular speaker at Youth Events, Public/Private SchoolEvents, Ministry Trainings and Seminars. David is a writer who has contributed articles for youthspecialties.com, ENGAGE, the quarterly journal of The Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, Youth WorkerJ ournal, Journal of Student Ministries, and the Fuller Youth Institute. He authored Practical Wisdom for Youth Ministry: Not-So-Simple Truths That Matter and contributed a chapter to Owning Faith. David has co-authored a book entitled Practical Wisdom for Youth Group Parents: Partnering With Your Youth Minister. David also wrote Practical Wisdom for Athletic Families: How to Survive and Thrive in Competitive Athletics. David worked withYouth Specialties (www.youthspecialties.com) as the leader of Ministry Coaching and was a seminar speaker at the National Youth Workers Convention and is the Co-Editor of the Youth Specialties Blog. He is a speaker and partner with the Fuller Youth Institute speaking on the topics of Sticky Faith, Growing Young and Right Click (a seminar of technology). He is a coach with the Dallas Cowboys Football Youth Academy and a resource for various Dallas Cowboys youth and coach education programs. He writes and is the on-camera personality for the KCBD 11 "That's Good Stuff" news segment. He also serves as Character Coach for the Friendship High School Football program. He has been married to Lisa for 32 years. They have two children, Braeden and Shelbee. Braeden is married to Jenna and they have their first child, Olivia Rose.
https://www.greatopportunity.org - Download Pintetops Study
https://www.tenx10.org
Practical Wisdom for Youth Ministry: The Not-So-Simple Truths That Matter
Practical Wisdom for Youth Group Parents: Partnering with Your Youth Minister
Practical Wisdom for Families with Athletes: Winning Isn't the Ultimate Goal
lcu.edu
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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What does it mean to be a truly intergenerational church—and why does it matter more now than ever?
In this episode of Next Gen Now, we sit down with Wilson McCoy to explore the heart behind his new book, Imagining All Generations: A Renewed Vision for an Intergenerational Church. Wilson shares practical insight and biblical imagination for how the Church can bridge generational divides and become a community where every age is needed, known, and empowered. Many churches today face worry and concern over their collective future. One tragic consequence is that growing anxiety can turn inward on communities of faith. A subtle distancing and dividing can occur, often happening along generational lines. Us-versus-Them thinking morphs into Old-versus-Young. Instead of a culture of generation to generation, churches are shaped and formed more by a culture of generation versus generation.Imagining All Generations offers a better, more faithful way forward by remembering our identity as the generational people of God. The volume features nineteen authors from around the world, providing fresh theological reflection, innovative practical wisdom, and a unified call for all churches to move into a more intergenerational future. Imagining All Generations Book
If you care about the next generation, the future of the Church, or the discipleship of all ages—this conversation is for you.
Listen for:
• Why the Church must move beyond age-segregated ministry models
• How generational imagination shapes community and discipleship
• What Gen Z and Boomers need from each other
Practical steps churches, leaders, and families can take todayWilson is a contributing author to Intergenerate: Transforming Churches Through Intergenerational Ministry (2018) and All Ages Becoming (2023). He is currently serving as editor of the forthcoming book "Imagining All Generations" (ACU Press, 2025). Wilson earned his Doctorate of Ministry in 2016 with a focus on intergenerational ministry. This project developed into a passion as he saw the unique benefits for a church to embrace this vision of bringing all ages of the church together in meaningful ways.
Since then, Wilson continues to work with churches and leaders in America and around the world to help them see and explore the power intergenerational ministry.
https://www.drwilsonmccoy.comReach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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Saundra Botts (WFW) shares her breakout session from Leader Equip on Better KIDStorytelling. Dive into the unique KIDStory approach, using visuals, motion, and sound to help children absorb, recall, and retell the story of God. Learn practical techniques for storytelling that maintain the integrity of Scripture and create space for the Spirit to work.
www.thehills.org/serve
Saundra Botts shares on previous podcast
See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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In this episode of Next Gen Now, we explore TBRI®—Trust-Based Relational Intervention®—a trauma-informed model designed to help children and teens heal, connect, and thrive. Whether you're a parent, ministry leader, or educator, this conversation offers practical tools and deeper insight into the relational needs of the next generation.
Our guests share why trust-building, connection, and felt safety are not just therapeutic strategies—they're gospel values.
Amy Leith, Family Engager @ WFW Campus
Dr. Laurie Bailey, KSP & SSP @ NRH Campus
Katie Maitland, TBRI SpecialistSeeing Beyond Behaviors Podcast with Dr. Laurie Bailey
TBRI Website
Amy Leith's Podcast on Family Engagement
See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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For as long as it's been measured, women have been more religious than men. But an alarming shift is happening in American religion: For the first time, young women are now less religious than men. A new Barna Group study shows that Gen Z women ages 18–24 are less likely than young men of the same age to identify with a faith or be very active in church.
Yet, even as church attendance and religious affiliation decline, spiritual openness among Gen Z men and women remains high — 73% of Gen Z believe in God or a higher power, and 60% say they're more open to God today than before the pandemic.
Cicely Corry is Editorial Director at Barna Group, where she leads online content strategy to help Christian leaders understand key trends affecting the Church. With over 10 years serving in student ministry, she can share how Gen Z's "spiritual but not religious" outlook presents a challenge and opportunity for the Church.
Connect with Cicely and her work:
Instagram and her own podcast, Life with the Corrys.
• Gen Z Vol. 3 Report and Gen Z Barna article
• Open Generation Report and Open Generation Barna article
• Aging Well Report and Aging Well Barna articleReach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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Debbie Loy shares how to unlock the full authority of prayer in your life. Become empowered to break through common barriers, ignite your passion, and experience prayer as a life-changing force--for you, your loved ones, and beyond.
https://www.24-7prayer.com/prayer_guide/prayer-walking/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-gen-now/id1637468749?i=1000671260502
See link to Leader Equip '24 Resources.
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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What happens when you hand the mic to the interns?
In this special episode of Next Gen Now, four of our amazing summer interns take over the podcast to reflect on what they've experienced, what they've learned, and what they believe God is doing in the next generation.
They've spent their summer serving in Kids and Student Ministry, leading small groups, praying with the next generation, running events, and learning what it really means to disciple the next generation—and now, they're sharing their hearts with you.
Whether you're a parent, a pastor, or a peer, this episode will give you a fresh glimpse into the faith, questions, and hope of emerging leaders in the Church.Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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Summer is a sacred time in Next Gen Ministry—full of camps, late-night conversations, first-time commitments, and unforgettable moments with Jesus. But summer is also a launching pad for what God wants to do in the school year ahead.
In this episode of Next Gen Now, we sit down with our Global Kids Minister and Global Student Minister to reflect on what God did this summer and what's ahead for Fall 2025. You'll hear stories that encourage your heart, insight into what's shaping our strategy this year, and a clear invitation to join us in discipling the next generation—at home, at church, and in your everyday rhythms.
Whether you're a parent, a group leader, or simply someone who cares about kids and students, this conversation will equip and inspire you.
Listen in for:
• The fruit of camps, service projects, and student leadership
• How to partner with your kids during spiritual momentum moments
• What to expect this fall in both Kids and Student Ministry
• Why this year's curricluum matters for your family
• Tangible ways to pray, serve, and lead the next generation with purposeNRH Only - What is ION and Why Are We Offering It?
As our middle schoolers take their next step in faith and maturity, we're excited to offer something intentionally designed just for them. Beginning Promotion Sunday at 9:30 AM in Room 272, our ministry team will lead students through the ION Course—Identity. Ownership. Navigation.Created by FourFiveSix Ministry, ION is a discipleship experience tailored to the unique needs of preteens and young teens. Over the course of the semester, students will engage with truth, discussion, and spiritual practices that help them:
• Discover their identity in Christ,
• Take ownership of their faith journey, and
• Learn to navigate real-life decisions with wisdom and courage.
ION runs during the full 9:30 service time and is a key part of how we're equipping students for the transition into middle school. As 5th graders begin to serve on Sundays and step into more intergenerational rhythms, ION helps prepare them not just to attend church—but to be the Church.
We're passionate about walking alongside your family during this formative season and can't wait to see how God works through this next step in your child's faith journey.Register MS Students for ION here
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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After 17 years of investing in students, Adam Herndon is stepping into a new role as Campus Pastor—and he's bringing every lesson, scar, and story with him.
We sit down with Adam who has walked with hundreds of teenagers through every season imaginable. We look back on what God has done, reflect on what the Church needs now, and look ahead to a multi-generational vision for what's next.
Whether you're a student leader, parent, minister, or just passionate about the next generation, this conversation is full of wisdom, humility, and of course fun! and a powerful call to keep showing up—one student, one season at a time.
Highlights:
• The unexpected lessons 17 years in student ministry taught him
• Why the next generation needs the whole Church (not just youth group)
• What's changing—and what must never change—in discipling young people
• His blessing for leaders and families who are still in the trenchesReach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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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 [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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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 WeaverShould my child take communion?
Talking to Your Kids About Communion
Reach out to us at [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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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 [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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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 [email protected] and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.
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