Rev Dr Linda Hopkins led this Rooted day. She is a Baptist minister who trained as a Youth and Community worker. She was the Whitley Lecturer for 2023 and has published some of her research findings in "Learning from Young People's Experiences of Baptist Communion: Re-envisioning the Meal as a Space for Nurturing Faith"
She says:
"Where and how are children and young people heard and participating in Baptist church life? This seems as pertinent a question now as it ever has been, as we think about not only the place of children and young people in church but how they are included and involved, as well as the attention we give to their growth and outworking of faith. Hearing from and involving children and young people enriches the whole church as we grow and learn together.
Linda's book is available HERE
Following the day, Linda has made some of her resources available. Contact Sarah Fegredo, CYF Associate if you would like a copy of them.