Don’t just do something… PRAY!
This keynote addresses how we equip children and young people to thrive spiritually and emotionally in a challenging world
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IN THIS POWERFUL KEYNOTE FROM the Diocese of Blackburn’s Children’s Ministry Conference 2025, Carolyn Edwards explores how we can equip children and young people to live faithfully in a world filled with complexity, uncertainty, and growing mental health challenges.
Drawing on her experience as a theologian and practitioner, Carolyn unpacks:
- Why young people are experiencing an emotional and spiritual crisis
- How to speak honestly about God in the midst of suffering
- What the Bible really says about hardship and resilience
- How churches can support children and families with truth, hope, and grace.
This keynote is a must-watch for church leaders, children’s workers, parents, and anyone passionate about discipling the next generation with authenticity.
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