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Mobilizing Gen Z with Jolene Erlacher

The Gospel Mobilization Podcast

Release Date: 08/08/2022

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If we want to see the name of Jesus made famous in every tongue, tribe, people, and nation, we must send more missionaries. In order to do that, we will have to contextualize the missions message to the next generation of believers. Tune in today as Dave chats with Jolene Erlacher, co-author of the new book, Mobilizing Gen Z. This episode will inspire and equip you to mobilize the next generation of missionaries. Here's what the two discussed:

  1. What motivated you and Katy to write this book?
  2. What are some cultural influences we should be aware of when mobilizing Gen Z?
  3. What are some unique characteristics of Gen Z as it relates to missions?
  4. In your book, you write about a “New Mind of Mobilization.” What do you mean by that?
  5. What are 3 specific strategies to mobilize Gen Z?

Show Notes:
Leadingtomorrow.org
Previous books by Jolene Erlacher
Previous Podcast Episode: Generational Differences with Jolene Erlacher
Previous Podcast Episode: 5 Tips for Mobilizing College Students with Katy White
Mobilizing Gen Z book by Jolene & Katy