The Quiet Revival Podcast

City Church Cardiff recognised that Sunday sermons weren’t enough. People in the pews wanted to study the Bible for spiritual growth. Discipleship pastor David describes how the church developed communal Bible-reading plans to meet the need. Sure enough, Bible groups started to form, in-person and online. Interactive daily Bible encounters have since become the new normal. People of all ages are getting stuck into the Bible and sharing lessons learnt. Accountability and mutual support are key. No-one is left out. Youth worker Keren, meanwhile, says teenagers are confused by cultural relativism and individualism. She’s found that the recent surge in young people people’s interest in the Bible comes from a deep desire to tell right from wrong. Andrew’s Bible reflection on Acts 2.42 revolves around the centrality of Scripture in the early church. Teaching the Bible, Andrew finds, is not an accessory but the engine of discipleship for the church. Listen to how a Bible based community can change lives for good.Timestamps:(00:00) - Introducing City Church Cardiff (01:55) - Deliberate Bible engagement (03:00) - YouVersion Bible plans in community (04:10) - Sharing the Bible on a Sunday (05:25) - Encouraging regular Bible engagement (06:55) - Making accountability about encouragement (08:30) - Preaching strategy (10:00) - How the Bible changes our lives (11:00) - Practical tips for church leaders (13:45) - Raising Bible confidence in teenagers (15:50) - The outworking of the gospel in teenagers (17:15) - Staying hungry for the word (19:05) - High-bar discipleship among Gen-Z (20:50) - Cultivating hunger for the Bible (22:30) - Encouraging conversation around the Bible (24:15) - A reflection on Acts 4: turning interest into discipleship Rooted:Rooted is our devotional journal that helps make the Bible available to everyone, everywhere. Every other month, you’ll receive a new 80-page journal filled with insightful devotionals, thought-provoking prompts, and lots of opportunities to reflect, journal and be creative. Sign up today to receive your first journal for free.Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: FacebookInstagramX (formerly Twitter)Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

Why does community matter when it comes to discipleship?Imagine a newly planted church receiving a £2,000 grant by the local police in recognition of its transforming impact on the community. That’s exactly what happened to Jos Edwards and his team. Their outreach work has turned over 100 young people into regulars at Blaenau Ffestiniog’s Craig Blaenau church. The spiritual hunger among the local population is palpable. When first arriving in Blaenau, Jos and his wife Lydia quickly realised that becoming part of the community and inviting people into their home was key. Rather than preaching at them from a distance, Jos has been sharing the Bible’s message with unchurched locals through unpressured conversations and shared living. Hear from a young mother Jez Jones at Craig Blaenau who found healing in adversity through worship and prayer, and learnt to rest in God’s unconditional love. The podcast concludes with Andrew Ollerton reflecting on the connection between mission, community and incarnational living. Find out more about SafarTimestamps:(00:00) - Intro (01:00) - Introducing Jos Edwards at Craig Blaenau church (02:10) - Establishing community in rural areas (03:15) - How community shapes the culture of a church (05:30) - How does a church measure success? (07:30) - Changing how we do church to fit the community (10:00) - How do you help people engage with the Bible? (11:15) - Safar Bible study (12:50) - Building community when you don't meet in a church building (18:20) - Interview with Jez after her spiritual search (22:22) - Reflections on Jos' commitment and creativity in mission (23:42) - Andrew reflects on Luke 10 Rooted:Rooted is our devotional journal that helps make the Bible available to everyone, everywhere. Every other month, you’ll receive a new 80-page journal filled with insightful devotionals, thought-provoking prompts, and lots of opportunities to reflect, journal and be creative. Sign up today to receive your first journal for free.Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: FacebookInstagramX (formerly Twitter)Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

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In this episode The Quiet Revival Podcast, Dr Belle Tindall – writer and podcaster for Seen & Unseen – and director of Theos, Chine McDonald, join Andrew and Rhiannon to discuss the increase in spiritual interest in England and Wales, and where the Bible fits into that. Together, they discuss the popularity of alternative spiritualities and the evolving public perception of the Bible – with 32 per cent of 18–24-year-olds now agreeing with the statement: ‘I’d be happy to be seen reading a Bible in public.’ Hit play to discover why we need nuanced discussions of Scripture within the political sphere and why the Church can’t allow in-depth Bible studies to become a thing of the past. Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro (01:45) - Introducing Belle Tindall and Chine McDonald (02:30) - Chine McDonald (03:50) - Belle Tindall (05:50) - Has the spiritual atmosphere changed? (09:20) - The rise in spiritual openness (13:40) - Is the Bible still hard to talk about? (16:30) - Protectiveness over the Bible (18:00) - Nervousness over the use of the Bible (20:00) - Navigating the Bible being used in the political arena (24:10) - How does the Church model good discipleship? (26:40) - Becoming more confident in the Bible without being arrogant (30:55) - How can the Church communicate truth into the world? Chine McDonald:Visit Chine's website to find all of her work including 'Unmaking Mary' and 'God Is Not a White Man'Belle Tindall:Find Belle's written work for Seen and Unseen and The Re-Enchanting Podcast with Justin Brierley on YouTubeBible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: FacebookInstagramX (formerly Twitter)Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.We are aware that Chine's audio isn't perfect in this episode but we believe that the conversation has a lot of value. Thank you for bearing with us!#TheQuietRevival #BibleSociety #Podcast #Bible #Faith #Christianity #Church #Culture #PublicFaith #BibleConfidence #SpiritualOpenness #Nuance The Bible Course New Edition:This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation.Find out more

Is Gen Z more spiritually curious than other generations? Why are young adults going to church more? And what does Gen Z need from the Church? In this episode of The Quiet Revival Podcast, Andrew and Rhiannon are joined by Michelle and Michael from The Way – a digital ministry reaching young people on social media and on the streets. Together, they examine the unexpected rise in church attendance among younger generations – and why this trend isn’t unique to Gen Z. Hit play to find out how we can benefit from intergenerational relationships within church, why young Christians are confident to talk about their faith, and how the Church should be a safe space to host difficult conversations about contemporary issues. Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro (01:45) - More young people are going to church (02:45) - What does The Way do? (05:00) - What is going on with Gen Z and religion? (10:10) - What is it like being Gen Z in church at the moment? (14:14) - How are celebrities giving Gen Z permission to share their faith? (16:04) - How the internet is helping Gen Z with their faith (19:44) - How does The Way help young people with their faith? (21:04) - No frills Bible study – Gen Z don't want fake (26:04) - What does Gen Z struggle with around the Bible? (29:04) - What does Gen Z need from the Church? (35:29) - How can the Church engage young people? (42:04) - Mentoring vs discipleship The Bible Course New Edition:This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation.Find out moreThe Way: Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@thewayuk_⁩ Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thewayuk/Follow on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thewayukBible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

Why are young adults turning their back on atheism? Suddenly, they’re filling church pews and poring over the Bible. Digital discipleship is on the rise. Young adults want authentic, full-fat faith. What is the Church’s role in the new spiritual landscape that we find ourselves in?Join our hosts, Dr Rhiannon McAleer, and Dr Andrew Ollerton alongside special guest Justin Brierley, author and podcaster, as they talk about the evolving public perception of Christianity and the Bible.What has caused the public shift in how people view Christianity? A pandemic that drove us into isolation and reminded us of our mortality? Public intellectuals like Jordan Peterson and Tom Holland daring to explore Christianity with an open mind?How should church leaders think strategically about shepherding a new generation from curiosity to discipleship? Andrew, Rhiannon and Justin pose genuine Bible engagement as an answer.Timestamps(00:00) - Intro (01:05) - Introducing Justin Brierley (03:00) - Noticing the shift in the public view of Christianity (05:10) - Changing perceptions and the rise of Jordan Peterson (07:00) - Did Jordan Peterson cause the shift in view towards Christianity? (09:20) - The pandemic as a catalyst of spiritual openness (13:52) - Traditional apologetics vs the new questions being asked about Christianity (17:20) - Changing views towards the Bible (21:20) - Full-fat faith: how deep can we go with new believers? (25:25) - How does the Church meet the appetite for the Bible? (30:26) - Where you can find Justin Brierley The Bible Course New Edition:This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation.Find out moreBible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Justin Brierley:Visit Justin's websiteJustin's YouTube channelRe-Enchanting podcast with Belle TindallResponding to the Rebirth conferenceDisclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

Have you heard about a quiet revival happening right here in England and Wales? Church attendance has risen by 50 per cent since 2018, Bible sales have sky-rocketed and young people are returning to church. Maybe you’ve seen the signs for yourself. Over the last few months, The Quiet Revival report has resonated with many of you, but this is just the beginning. There’s still so much data left for us to unpack – and insights for us to share. So, now’s the time for you to discover your place in The Quiet Revival. This autumn, join Dr Andrew Ollerton, author of The Bible Course New Edition, and Dr Rhiannon McAleer, co-author of The Quiet Revival, for The Quiet Revival Podcast. Here, you’ll learn what the quiet revival means for you and your church – and how you can respond to the strange and exciting moment we find ourselves in. We’ll examine key findings from our report, hear from those witnessing the revival on the ground, and equip you to welcome this new generation of people exploring the Bible and finding faith for themselves. Subscribe today to listen to The Quiet Revival Podcast as soon as it launches. Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.