This is part two of a two-part conversation with Valerie O’Brien from Aspen Ministry. If you haven’t listened to part one yet, go back and catch that first—we explored Val’s story in youth ministry and her work on the 10,000 Questions Project.

In this shorter follow-up episode, host Al James and Val get practical about what it looks like to create youth ministry environments where asking questions isn’t just tolerated but encouraged. Together they explore:

• How leaders can build a culture where students feel free to ask their real questions
• Why modelling curiosity and vulnerability matters
• How to respond in ways that draw students closer to Jesus rather than shutting conversation down

Val shares insights from her experience coaching youth leaders across the US and around the world, offering simple but powerful principles for welcoming questions as part of discipleship.

We pick up immediately after Val has shared her insights from the 10,000 Questions Project.

This is a valuable episode for youth workers, parents, and anyone passionate about discipling the next generation.

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Find out more about Val’s work and the 10,000 Questions Project at aspenministry.org

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