Bold Faith in the Next Generation | Student Stories at Westside

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In this week’s episode of Midweek Motivation, Jess sits down with Maddie (a junior in high school and student leader) and Cole (an adult leader in students) to talk about what God is doing in Westside’s student ministry. 🙌

They share their own stories of how God has been shaping their lives, why they stepped into leadership, and the incredible growth and boldness they’re seeing among students right now. From safe spaces for prayer and Bible study, to students stepping up as shepherd leaders and launching FCA clubs in their schools, this conversation will inspire you with the bold faith of the next generation.

Discover how God is moving in our youth, why genuine community matters, and how the church can learn from the boldness of our students.

Discover in this episode:

• Maddie’s journey from being mentored to mentoring others as a shepherd leader
• Cole’s passion for teaching and how students’ hunger for Scripture inspires him
• The shift in student culture from cliques to authentic community
• How FCA is reaching students outside church walls
• Why genuine conversations and intentional relationships matter
• Encouragement for the wider church from our student leaders

✨ God is raising up bold students at Westside—and their stories will challenge and inspire you to live out your own faith with courage.

Key Takeaways:

• Student ministry is thriving when students create safe spaces for each other.
• Leadership isn’t about age—it’s about willingness to serve and love others.
• Genuine conversation builds deep spiritual community.
• The next generation is hungry for God’s Word and bold in their faith.

Question for Reflection:

How can you learn from the boldness of the next generation and step into faith-filled conversations this week?

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