Intergenerational Ministry

When we read the Bible from cover to cover, never once do we encounter a “JV (or junior) Holy Spirit.” So why do we often treat the spiritual formation and faith journey of our children and teens this way? If God spoke to a young Samuel in the temple (1 Sam 3), who is to say God won’t also speak to our youth today? We invite those whose heart is ministering to the youngest generations (children and teens) to join us as we wrestle with these questions and learn from Eli the priest—who encouraged Samuel to recognize and respond to the voice of God. Together we will explore how to create safe intergenerational spaces for believers to truly encounter the Spirit of the Living God. Come ready to be nurtured, encouraged, and maybe even a little challenged, as we grow in community with one another and the Holy Spirit.

COMMUNITY DETAILS

We are thrilled that Kaya Coleman and Kevin Barnett have partnered together to lead the intergenerational ministry community at Summit this year. Their vision for the children and youth of our churches alongside the church body as a whole will nourish, inspire, and empower your ministry. Check back soon to learn more about the community and the specific sessions that will speak into this work. 

 

FACILITATORS

Kaya Coleman

KAYA COLEMAN

Kaya Coleman is the Children's Minister at Sugar Grove Church of Christ in Meadows Place, Texas. She holds a bachelor's degree in Theology & Ministry from Lipscomb University and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry at Abilene Christian University. Kaya's foundational ministry belief is that no child is too young to encounter the Holy Spirit. She likes to spend her free time visiting museums and local brunch spots in Houston!

 

Kevin Barnett

KEVIN BARNETT

Kevin Barnett is the Youth Minister at Sugar Grove Church of Christ in Meadows Place, Texas. Before that, he received his bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministries with a Biblical Studies minor from Biola University in La Mirada, California. Kevin is passionate about gathering people to “live life together” and the power that community has in the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. He enjoys being a part of his kids’ (ages 8 and 5) extracurricular activities, watching musicals/plays with his wife, and coaching baseball at the local private school.