Next Gen Weekend is about more than giving kids and students a place to go during church. It is about intentionally discipling the next generation to know Jesus, understand Scripture, practice their faith, and grow into men and women who follow Him with their whole lives. In this conversation, Pastor Josh sits down with Nisi Rivera and Astin Hunt to talk about the heart behind kids ministry and student ministry at Church on the Rock, why spiritual formation matters, and what makes Next Gen ministry different from childcare, entertainment, or simply creating a fun environment.

They also discuss the important role parents play in Christian discipleship, why Deuteronomy 6 places spiritual formation in the everyday rhythms of the home, and how the local church can come alongside families rather than replace them. You’ll hear personal stories of life change, encouragement for parents who feel like they do not have it all together, and a challenge for every generation to invest in the one coming behind them. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, ministry leader, volunteer, student, or simply someone who cares about the future of the Church, this conversation is a reminder that God is still working powerfully through the next generation.

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