As part of our series on spiritual disciplines, William Dmytrow sits down with Pastor Jaidon McCusker and student leader Maximus from First Assembly Calgary to explore the spiritual practice of generosity. This conversation dives into how young people can begin to develop habits of generosity right now—with their money, time, and everyday choices.

Maximus shares his personal story of how a small decision to give years ago sparked a lasting posture of generosity in his life. Together with Pastor Jaidon, they unpack how youth ministries can create opportunities for students to serve, give, and live generously both within and beyond the church walls.

Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.

You obviously care deeply about the discipleship of the students in your group, but what is the role of community and accountability in the midst of those relationships? University student Dayton Bracewell shares in this conversation all about his own journey from spiritual stagnation to vibrant discipline and how his understanding of the power of community and accountability has grown. The transformational role of spiritual community in your group is absolutely essential to cultivating lasting discipleship for the next generation.

Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with a remarkable group of high school students from Moncton, New Brunswick, who are helping spark a prayer movement across their city’s schools. As part of our summer series on spiritual disciplines, this conversation focuses on the power of student-led prayer and how it’s transforming lives, schools, and churches across multiple denominations.

You’ll hear firsthand how a youth camp, a student’s quiet prayer walk, and a desire to invite God into their school has led to hundreds of students gathering weekly, forming leadership teams, praying audacious prayers, and even seeing classmates come to faith and get baptized. It’s a story of unity, revival, and how God works through simple obedience.

Looking for ideas on where to start with your group?

• Create space for students to lead and pray—don’t underestimate their hunger or capacity
• Invite students to ask God for “big” things: revival, transformation, salvation
• Encourage student leadership teams to identify their gifts and take ownership
• Start small—consistent prayer walks, student Bible studies, or Alpha lunches
• Partner with other churches and schools to build unity and momentum

Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.