EMCC Growing Young

EMCC Growing Young

At EMCC churches, we are committed to following Jesus, depending on His Spirit, blessing others, and making disciples. We believe that we are in a season where we are being called to be intentional in welcoming and caring for the next generation. Growing Young empowers whole church communities to walk alongside and influence the next generation of disciples, forming a shared future together. Join us as we explore inspiring stories, practical wisdom, and hopeful encouragement for everyone in the church who is eager to welcome, equip, and launch young people into a lifelong faith journey.

Episodes

September 21, 2025 24 mins

What happens when you get to the end of this season, and all you feel is failure?


Please know that you are not alone in this race!! And that is what this episode is all about.


Grab a cup of coffee and sit down with Tony and Gen as they discuss their seasons of struggle and how they have persevered while experiencing the incredible kindness of Jesus. There is hope and they will point you to the Author it!


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If you have...

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Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Be the Best Neighbours

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What does it mean to Be the Best Neighbour in your local community? In this episode, Genevieve and Tony explore how churches that grow young embrace a careful balance—remaining faithful to Scripture’s call for holiness while graciously loving and engaging their neighbours.

Grab a cup of coffee and join them as they share personal stories and practical insights ab...

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Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Prioritize those Under 25 and their Families

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Why do churches struggle to relinquish authority and power in order to embrace the younger generation? In this episode, Tony and Genevieve reflect on this challenge and share how prioritizing those under 25 and their families has made a meaningful difference in their own church settings.

This is the pivot point for churches seeking to grow y...

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September 21, 2025 32 mins

Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Apprentice Leadership / Keychain Leadership

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If the term Apprentice Leadership or Keychain Leadership feels confusing, you’re not alone! Genevieve was a bit puzzled at first, too. In this episode, she and Tony break down what these concepts really mean and share practical, straightforward ways to implement them in your unique church setting.

Discover how apprentice leadership can empowe...

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September 21, 2025 26 mins

Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Practicing the Way of Jesus

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What does it mean to practice the way of Jesus in your church setting? In this episode, Tony and Genevieve explore how Practicing the Way of Jesus: Taking Jesus Seriously—one of the six core values of Growing Young means living like Jesus, living for Jesus, and living in the power of His Spirit.

They discuss four key components of what this looks like in pra...

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September 21, 2025 30 mins

Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Empathy

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In this episode, Tony and Genevieve explore Empathy, the second core commitment of Growing Young, beautifully illustrated by Luke 18:16 — “But Jesus called the children to him and said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.’” (NIV)

They unpack what empathy truly means—and what it doesn’t—and discuss how chu...

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September 21, 2025 23 mins

Growing Young Podcast | Episode: Fuel Warm Community

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In this episode, Tony and Gen dive into the first core commitment of Growing Young: Fuel Warm Community. Discover why warm, authentic relationships need to be in the DNA of churches that embrace those under 25. We explore what warmth is, and why churches that create environments where everyone—young and old—feels genuinely welcomed, cared for, and connected are par...

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Join Genevieve Epp and Tony Baker as they introduce Growing Young with the EMCC .


Get to know them and their heart behind this initiative as they discuss the foundational bedrock of prayer.


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If you have a story that you think would be impactful for the ministry of the EMCC or a topic/question you'd like us to cover, please email Tony at tony.baker@bethelthreehills.ca


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