The Mission Sparks Podcast
di Scripture Union England and Wales
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Ep.22 - Toddler groups: A missional mindset
Ep.22 - Toddler groups: A missional mindset
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We've got sparks of faith-filled inspiration, creative input, and practical advice from our team of mission experts for your mission to the next generation. Scripture Union exist to reveal Jesus to children and young people by supporting local churches in mission.
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- Ep.22 - Toddler groups: A missional mindset · 56 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 2280% of toddlers are connected to their local church. In a society where church attendance is low, most toddlers are connected in some way with a church. How can the church make…
- Ep.21 - Storytelling: How to do it well · 50 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 21Joanne Gilchrist - from the SU team creating resources for mission - talks about storytelling, including information on SU's latest book "Robin's Christmas Song" available to…
- Ep.20 - The blur of Jenni's teenage years: Youth work in 2026 · 55 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 20Researcher Sarah Holmes joins the podcast to talk about the brand new "Taking the Pulse" research which surveys the landscape of youth and children's ministry in 2026. Find out…
- Ep.19 - Half Time: 36 sessions through the Gospel of Mark · 49 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 19Ruth reckons she can beat Mark at most sports. She also talks about one of SU's flagship resources: Half Time. 36 sessions through the Gospel of Mark using sport as the language…
- Ep.18 - Why would I do that? Getting started in schools · 57 min · Episodio 18Matt, Jenni, and Geoff consider how to get connected with your local school and how to love them well. What does it mean to reveal Jesus in a school setting? Why might you…
- Ep.17 - Summer Special · 50 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 17Long drive home from holiday? We've got some play along games for you. Join in, borrow the ideas for your youth group, and enjoy some clips from our first 16 episodes. Contact…
- Ep.16 - Bye-Bye Beckie: What churches can do in the summer · 54 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 16What can churches do in the summer? It's not too late to do something, but what could that something be? Matt, Beckie, and Jenni share ideas for the whole family for the summer…
- Ep.15 - I ran 120 miles in 24 hours - The Christian life as pilgrimage · 53 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 15Matt, Beckie, and Pete stumble across the topic of pilgrimage and the things we need to "keep going" in the Christian life, especially if we've been walking it for a long time…
- Ep.14 - Is it safe? Mission and safeguarding · 54 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 14Today we talk about safeguarding. This isn't safeguarding training; it's a conversation about how to engage in outreach with children and young people in safe ways. There's an…
- Ep.13 - What is the Gospel? (Live from Highgate House!) · 49 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 13Join the Sparks team for their first ever live recording of the Mission Sparks Podcast. Recorded at the Central Region Gathering earlier this year, contributors discuss the main…
- Ep.12 - Beckie, Ziggy, and Jimmy the bus driver: Mission through sport (round 2) · 57 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 12Mark and Ziggy from Scripture Union's sports team join Matt and Beckie to talk about the recent Holy Ground marathon; a fierce competition to raise awareness of our Holy Ground…
- Ep.11 - I'm a famously awkward person: Conversation spaces in youthwork · 48 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 11Lucy Pearson, creator of Scripture Union's Rooted resources, talks to Matt and Beckie about the value of conversation spaces in youth and children's ministry and how to get…
- Ep.10 - Where does this fit in the journey: Holiday Clubs · 52 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 10Neil joins Matt, Beckie, and Pete to talk Holiday Clubs. Whether you're a seasoned expert or you've never had a go, there's something in this conversation for you. The team also…
- Ep.9 - The greatest missional tool we have is the Bible: Dave Newton · 52 min · Stagione 32 Episodio 9Dave Newton - National Director of Scripture Union England and Wales - discusses the value and role of the Bible in the work of mission. Conversation turns to the old Scripture…
- Ep.8 - You have a captive audience: Collective Worship in primary school · 51 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 8With a particular focus on Collective Worship and Assemblies, this episode explores opportunities in primary schools, how to join the dots, and reminisces on some of the songs we…
- Ep.7 - Bank Holiday Special · 48 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 7An unusual edition of the Mission Sparks Podcast as Matt, Beckie, and Pete discuss post-Easter mission opportunities then play a series of head-to-head games (all of which could…
- Ep.6 - I've got loads of stories of failure: Mission on the margins · 54 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 6Join us as we explore community engagement, mission strategies, and faith in deprived areas with Nic Findlay from Scripture Union. Discover practical insights on living…
- Ep.5 - The look in his eye has changed: Mission through sport · 56 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 5This episode explores the power of sport as a tool for mission and faith sharing among children and young people. Guests from the SU sports team share inspiring stories…
- Ep.4 - Stop calling it boring: Insights into Gen Alpha · 42 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 4In this episode of the Mission Sparks podcast, the team discusses Generation Alpha, exploring their unique characteristics, the impact of technology on their lives, and how to…
- Ep.3 - A spiral staircase: Why residentials make a difference · 50 min · Stagione 1 Episodio 3Matt, Beckie, and Paul discuss the impact of residentials on the faith journey of children and young people, including the value of side-by-side activities, concentrated time…
