How is the Bible being used in mission today? How are people finding faith through Scripture? And how can the Church host honest discussions about the Bible? In this episode, Andrew and Rhiannon are joined by Pete Wynter – senior pastor of St. Paul’s Church in Hammersmith, director of Leadership College London, and founder of One Life. Together, they discuss the role of the Bible in mission, share remarkable stories of young people experiencing Scripture for the first time, and highlight why we church leaders need to be confident to share the Bible's message. Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro and welcoming Pete Wynter
(02:20) - The renewed interest in the Bible on the ground
(04:55) - People are wanting the Bible on the streets
(09:30) - Is the Church afraid to talk about the Bible?
(11:00) - The role of the Church in proclaiming who Jesus is
(15:01) - Recognising the change in missional moment
(18:01) - How do we raise confidence in the Bible?
(22:21) - How do we start conversations about the Bible?
(25:31) - Finding the Bible online
(28:51) - The Bible is a mission resource
(30:31) - Moving from personal truth to ancient wisdom
(33:31) - Young people are wanting deep faith
(37:56) - Top tips for bringing the Bible into mission
God's Book: An Honest Look at The Bible's 7 Toughest TopicsOrder Andrew Ollerton's latest book today.Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.
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What does Gen Z need from the Church? With The Way UK
Is Gen Z more spiritually curious than other generations? Why are young adults going to church more? And what does Gen Z need from the Church? In this episode of The Quiet Revival Podcast, Andrew and Rhiannon are joined by Michelle and Michael from The Way – a digital ministry reaching young people on social media and on the streets. Together, they examine the unexpected rise in church attendance among younger generations – and why this trend isn’t unique to Gen Z. Hit play to find out how we can benefit from intergenerational relationships within church, why young Christians are confident to talk about their faith, and how the Church should be a safe space to host difficult conversations about contemporary issues. Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro
(01:45) - More young people are going to church
(02:45) - What does The Way do?
(05:00) - What is going on with Gen Z and religion?
(10:41) - What is it like being Gen Z in church at the moment?
(14:45) - How are celebrities giving Gen Z permission to share their faith?
(16:35) - How the internet is helping Gen Z with their faith
(20:15) - How does The Way help young people with their faith?
(21:35) - No frills Bible study – Gen Z don't want fake
(26:35) - What does Gen Z struggle with around the Bible?
(29:35) - What does Gen Z need from the Church?
(36:00) - How can the Church engage young people?
(42:35) - Mentoring vs discipleship
Christmas resourcesDiscover new Advent and Christmas resources on our website including stories for chlidren and online reflections, to help you grow in your Bible confidence and share the good news with your community.The Way: Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/ @thewayuk_ Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thewayuk/Follow on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thewayukBible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.
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Why are young men going to church?
Why are young men going to church more? And how can the Church respond to the crisis of masculinity facing today’s Gen Z? In this episode, Dr Andrew Ollerton and Dr Rhiannon McAleer are joined by Luke Taylor, Researcher at The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), and John Funnell, Pastor at Noddfa Church. Together, they uncover key insights from CSJ’s Lost Boys report – including the startling finding that boys are now more likely to own a smartphone than to live with their dad – before sharing how young men are finding meaning, purpose and connection within the Church. Hit play to discover tangible ways that your church can support today’s young men through healthy mentoring. Timestamps(00:00) - Intro
(01:30) - Young men are returning to church
(02:38) - What The Quiet Revival says about young men
(04:00) - An overview of The Lost Boys report
(07:20) - How are young men viewed in society?
(08:20) - What is causing men to become 'lost'?
(09:30) - Why are young men returning to church?
(11:55) - Do voices outside the Church speak louder to men than within the Church?
(12:50) - Toxic masculinity vs positive masculinity
(14:15) - Is this indicative of a turn towards conservatism?
(15:40) - How does the Church help with the crisis of masculinity?
(19:20) - How can the Church mentor young men?
(20:50) - Introducing John Funnell
(23:00) - What is attracting young men to church?
(27:25) - How are young men engaging with the Bible?
(32:30) - What questions are men bringing to the Bible?
(34:30) - Applying the Bible in everyday life
(36:00) - How do we start talking about the Bible?
(38:30) - Top tips for helping young men at church
Christmas resourcesDiscover new Advent and Christmas resources on our website including stories for chlidren and online reflections, to help you grow in your Bible confidence and share the good news with your community.The Lost Boys ReportRead the full report from The Centre for Social Justice.What God can do with a little oil: Church Growth in a Desperate SituationOrder John's bookBible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.
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Atheism to Christianity: what caused The Quiet Revival? With Justin Brierley
Why are young adults turning their back on atheism? Suddenly, they’re filling church pews and poring over the Bible. Digital discipleship is on the rise. Young adults want authentic, full-fat faith. What is the Church’s role in the new spiritual landscape that we find ourselves in?Join our hosts, Dr Rhiannon McAleer, and Dr Andrew Ollerton alongside special guest Justin Brierley, author and podcaster, as they talk about the evolving public perception of Christianity and the Bible.What has caused the public shift in how people view Christianity? A pandemic that drove us into isolation and reminded us of our mortality? Public intellectuals like Jordan Peterson and Tom Holland daring to explore Christianity with an open mind?How should church leaders think strategically about shepherding a new generation from curiosity to discipleship? Andrew, Rhiannon and Justin pose genuine Bible engagement as an answer.Timestamps(00:00) - Intro
(01:05) - Introducing Justin Brierley
(03:00) - Noticing the shift in the public view of Christianity
(05:10) - Changing perceptions and the rise of Jordan Peterson
(07:00) - Did Jordan Peterson cause the shift in view towards Christianity?
(09:20) - The pandemic as a catalyst of spiritual openness
(14:23) - Traditional apologetics vs the new questions being asked about Christianity
(17:51) - Changing views towards the Bible
(21:51) - Full-fat faith: how deep can we go with new believers?
(25:56) - How does the Church meet the appetite for the Bible?
(30:57) - Where you can find Justin Brierley
Christmas resourcesDiscover new Advent and Christmas resources on our website including stories for chlidren and online reflections, to help you grow in your Bible confidence and share the good news with your community.Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Justin Brierley:Visit Justin's websiteJustin's YouTube channelRe-Enchanting podcast with Belle TindallResponding to the Rebirth conferenceDisclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.
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Is the Quiet Revival a new era for the Church?
Is a quiet revival really taking place in England and Wales? And if so, what does this mean for the Church today? In the first episode of The Quiet Revival Podcast, Dr Andrew Ollerton and Dr Rhiannon McAleer unpack the key findings from The Quiet Revival report, which shows church attendance and spiritual openness are on the up – particularly among young adults. In this episode, we explain our methodology, share significant data from the report, and respond to frequently asked questions about the study. So, if you want to find out why the Bible is trending, get inspired by the stories behind the stats, and discover the role of your church in this key missional moment, hit play today. Timestamps(00:00) - Intro
(01:25) - Welcome to The Quiet Revival Podcast
(03:28) - The Quiet Revival research and methodology
(05:25) - A shift in spiritual attitudes in England and Wales
(07:36) - The Church is growing: here’s the evidence
(08:50) - A fresh openness to spirituality
(09:59) - Should we call this ‘a quiet revival’?
(11:33) - What does The Quiet Revival look like for the Church?
(13:45) - Is The Quiet Revival just a result of immigration?
(14:56) - Are young people serious about faith?
(16:40) - The stories behind The Quiet Revival
(20:16) - Christianity and discipleship in the digital age
(24:14) - Is the Bible trending?
(31:01) - What’s the role of the Church?
(37:05) - What’s next on The Quiet Revival Podcast
Christmas resourcesDiscover new Advent and Christmas resources on our website including stories for chlidren and online reflections, to help you grow in your Bible confidence and share the good news with your community.Bible Society: The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter) Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.
The Quiet Revival report has taken the UK by storm. But how is your church responding to this missional moment? And how can you invite today’s spiritually open Gen Z to experience Scripture?
Join Dr Andrew Ollerton and Dr Rhiannon McAleer, co-author of The Quiet Revival report, as they unpack the data from our report, investigate how Scripture is speaking to the societal challenges of our day, and share a roadmap to increasing confidence in the Bible in your community.
With our research showing 26 per cent of people in England and Wales are interested in discovering more about Bible, this podcast will inspire, encourage and equip you to discover your place in The Quiet Revival. Hit play today.
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