In an age in which many young people drift from the church after high school, the call to intentional church membership is not optional—it’s a gospel imperative. This workshop will explore how the good news of Jesus not only saves but also plants youth deeply in the life of the local church for a lifetime of growth and mission. We’ll unpack biblical foundations for membership, confront common cultural and generational obstacles, and equip leaders to guide students toward committed, covenantal belonging. By rooting our next generation in the gospel and the local body, we shape a trajectory of perseverance, maturity, and kingdom impact that extends far beyond their teenage years.
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For the past 26 years, Pastor Justin Wong has equipped students, families, college students, and young adults through Gospel-centered discipleship and theological depth for the next generation. He currently serves with Rooted Ministry through Asian American youth ministry initiatives and conversations that help churches faithfully engage emerging generations.
Resources:
Ask Rooted: How Do You Incorporate Teenagers Into Corporate Worship?
The Necessity of Intergenerational Integration for Discipling Teenagers – Rooted Ministry
The Multi-Directional Blessings of Intergenerational Integration – Rooted Ministry
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