105 - Think Tank - Spaces of Belonging

105 - Think Tank - Spaces of Belonging

April 14, 2026 · 1h 20m · Episode 24030

About this episode

This episode features a Theology Think Tank discussion on creating spaces of belonging for children and young people in local church contexts.

Episode Description This episode is a little different! We're sharing a recording of a Theology Think Tank on the topic of belonging , facilitated by Dr. Louise Gosbell in collaboration with YouthWorks College and the Ministry Support Team. You'll hear Louise's teaching, live Q&A, and group discussion — all focused on what it means to create spaces of belonging for children and young people in your local church context. Guest - Dr. Louise Gosbell — Academic and ministry practitioner with a long background in disability inclusion ministry. Former voluntary coordinator for the Sydney region of CBM Australia's disability inclusion program. Louise teaches at YouthWorks College and writes academically on belonging, disability, and the body of Christ. In This Episode A theological framework for belonging from 1 Corinthians 12 — Paul's image of the body of Christ What researchers say belonging actually feels like John Swinton on belonging: "To belong, you need to be missed" The mental, emotional, and physical health benefits of belonging How Australia's Belonging, Being and Becoming framework reflects the importance of belonging in early childhood education Introduction to Eric…

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