Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 85

What does meaningful ministry look like for the next generation?

In this energizing and insightful episode, Tom Planck is joined by Olivia Williamson of Claim Your Campus and Emma Tautolo of AZ Reach, two leaders who are deeply invested in raising up Gen Z through prayer, leadership, and holistic community engagement.

Olivia shares how Claim Your Campus is mobilizing middle and high school students to pray for their schools and communities, creating a grassroots movement of young people who are spiritually grounded and bold in their faith. Emma brings a powerful perspective from her work with AZ Reach, which empowers Arizona youth through mentorship, skill-building programs, entrepreneurship training, mental health support, and more.

Together, they dive into what it means to reach, equip, and walk alongside a generation navigating immense cultural, emotional, and spiritual challenges. Whether you’re a church leader, youth pastor, parent, or someone passionate about the future of the Church, this conversation offers real stories, practical insights, and fresh vision for engaging Gen Z and beyond.

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Host:

Tom Planck, Director, NEXT Ventures

Guest:

Olivia Williamson – Director, Claim Your Campus

Emma Tautolo – Executive Director, AZ Reach

Category: Innovation NEXT

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

azreach.com

@azreach

claimyourcampus.com

Claim Your Campus App

@claimyourcampus