Discussion Questions:
1. What does Efrem Smith mean when he asks if the emerging generation is part of shaping the church’s story? Do you think your church currently meets this challenge?
2. Tod Bolsinger discussed the importance of leaders not having all the answers but facilitating a process. How can leaders cultivate a culture of curiosity and shared learning in their church?
3. Why is it important for the emerging generation to shape their own future within the church rather than just being told what their future will be?
4. Tod mentioned the necessity of humility for leaders willing to admit they don’t have all the solutions. Can you share an experience where this approach led to positive outcomes in your ministry?
5. How can you effectively gather and integrate diverse perspectives within your church or organization? What challenges might arise in doing so?
6. How do you define spiritual maturity, and how can it be recognized in younger members of the congregation?
7. What are some strategies that you can adopt to shift away from traditional leadership paradigms to more adaptive leadership methods?
8. Tod Bolsinger described the inclusion of younger, spiritually mature voices as a sign of vibrancy in a church. What else can contribute to the vibrancy of a faith community?
9. The episode mentions getting up on the balcony to gain a broader perspective. How can leaders practically apply this concept in their day-to-day ministry?
10. What are the potential barriers to implementing a more participative and inclusive leadership model in your church, and how might these be overcome?
