Josh Packard on Faithfully Engaging the Next Generation

About this episode

Dr. Josh Packard discusses with Loren Richmond Jr. how churches can better engage younger generations through trust and listening.

Dr. Josh Packard joins Loren Richmond Jr. to discuss how churches can better engage younger generations. They explore why generational stereotypes fall short, how trust has shifted from institutions to relationships, and why listening matters more than having the right answers. A practical conversation on discipleship, formation, and the future of faith.

People in this episode

Host: Loren Richmond Jr.

Guest: Dr. Josh Packard

Topics covered

• engaging younger generations
• trust in relationships
• discipleship
• faith formation
• generational stereotypes

Keywords

• younger generations
• church engagement
• trust
• discipleship
• faith

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