This week’s Growing Faith podcast was recorded at the 2025 Growing Faith Research Conference. Today Emma is chatting with Anjali Kanagaratnam from the Diocese of Bristol and Caroline Deakin from the Diocese of Bath & Wells, about what it means to be an Intercultural and Intergenerational church. Exploring our similarities and differences.

This week’s Growing Faith podcast was recorded at the 2025 Growing Faith Research Conference. Today Emma is chatting with two fantastic Student Chaplains from St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School in Bristol. Together they’re answering the question “How can young people grow in their faith?”

This week’s Growing Faith podcast was recorded at the 2025 Growing Faith Research Conference. Today Emma is chatting all things Choirs with Ann Casson and Chris Deacon from Liverpool Cathedral, as well as Katie Ogilvie from Hull Minster.

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LIVERPOOL CATHEDRAL - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/669e29466c5f4a0a5baa7936/t/6851e07f1a2cfb245eeb5d64/1750196351391/Ann+Casson+Chris+Deacon+research+report.pdf

HULL MINSTER -https://static1.squarespace.com/static/669e29466c5f4a0a5baa7936/t/68592763d9565c3ad7759931/1750673252061/Katie+Ogilvie+research+report+upload.pdf

In this episode of the Growing Faith Podcast, Victoria Jones from Archway Learning Trust shares how her team has developed a vibrant model of chaplaincy that brings home, school and church together. She talks about creating a shared vision, empowering young people, working in diverse school communities, and building partnerships that help children and families flourish. Packed with practical examples and honest reflections, this conversation offers a clear and inspiring look at how Growing Faith is shaping real change in everyday school life.

Find out more here - https://www.nse.org.uk/learning-hubs/the-archway-learning-trust-diocese-of-southwell-and-nottingham

Carl Robinson and Dan O’Hara share how their Growing Faith Learning Hub in Exeter is bringing families, children, and young people to the heart of church life. From toddler groups and school-run cafés to youth spaces and chaplaincy, they talk about small steps, flexibility, and creating spaces for real conversations. Inspiring stories, practical ideas, and lessons learned along the way.

Find out more here - https://www.nse.org.uk/learning-hubs/whipton-diocese-of-exeter

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And for the all the research from the Growing Faith Foundation click here.

Access the full research report here.

Access all research from the Growing Faith Foundation here.

Want to pick up some great tips for listening to Young People's voices? Explore our 'Listening Toolkit' here.

Question of the Half Term Report - Do you feel your mental health is stronger this year compared to this time last year?

Question of the Half Term Report - Does music help you feel closer to God?

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Techniques for listening to children and young people.