Engaging and Equipping Gen Z for Missional Living

Denise-Margaret Thompson highlights the urgent need to engage and disciple Generation Z into a missional lifestyle to fulfill the Great Commission. She addresses the unique challenges Gen Z faces, such as mental health struggles, spiritual hunger, and the influence of digital culture. As the largest global generation, with a major presence in South Asia and Africa, reaching Gen Z is critical for advancing the gospel. Thompson calls for collaboration between churches, academic ministries, and universities to connect with Gen Z on campuses and digital platforms, creating spaces where they can belong before they believe. Sharing powerful testimonies from ministries in the Caribbean and U.S., she underscores how Gen Z students are leading others to Christ and experiencing the power of the Holy Spirit in profound ways.

Talk Outline

00:00 Introduction to Gen Z and Missional Community
00:57 The Call for Revival and Prayer
02:59 Understanding Gen Z: Demographics and Challenges
05:43 Gen Z’s Spiritual Landscape and Church Engagement
08:43 Global Movements and Success Stories
11:37 Empowering Gen Z for the Great Commission

This recording is from the Fourth Lausanne Congress, held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2024. This gathering brought together global church leaders to collaborate on mission strategies for advancing the gospel. Through plenary sessions, table group discussions, and collaborative workshops, the Congress focused on addressing critical gaps in global mission today.