The BBNI Podcast

Season 4: Episode 7: The Impact of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

**We had some technical issues with the audio recording this and we know its not great, but the content was too good to not release for you all to listen too.**

In this episode, Bethany talks to James McClements and Mark Beattie from The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. James is a BB leader and Mark grew up going to BB. Listen to find out more about the DofE Award and the impact it has on young people, in the context of BB

In this episode, Alan, and Karen from 24th Belfast BB join us to share their BB journey, including their highlights, lessons learnt, and memories made.

In this episode, Bethany is joined with Simon from 2nd Comber. They talked all things favourite foods, best BB experiences and impact of family in Boys' Brigade, discussing 'Raising Generations of Christ like men.' Listen to find out more.

When we are a part of something special and important it leaves a mark on our lives. We look back on these memories fondly and they shape who we are. Emily sits down to talk with Irene Lowry from 76th Belfast, David Johnston from 1st Ballygrainey and Kenneth Vennard from 7th Portadown as they reflect on their fond memories of their time as young people and leaders within the Boys' Brigade, the impact it has had on their life and faith and the importance of bringing up the next generation of leaders and young people in BB. This podcast has it all including a wee song from fondly remembered camp days. It's not one to be missed!

Join David Penney in this episode with Amy, Grace and Victoria, 3 young leaders from Ahoghill.  They will be chatting all things Anchors, Step Up, and what it means to serve God as young leader in BBNI.   

BBNI leaders have so many amazing stories to tell. They have the great privilege of being invited to be part of the lives of those who attend their BBNI company. Chatting to leaders is a wonderful encouragement and in this episode we hear from the captain Joe and the chaplain Rev Paul from 1st Irvinestown BB. Hear from Rev Paul about his experience of being in BB and the impact it has had and just a few stories from Joe, one of which involves the King and a hydrobike.

Join Lisa Keys (Chief Officer) and David Penney (Engagement & Training Manager) as they share in the seminar programme at the Rumble Men's Conference —"Regular Joes", held at Carnmoney Church in November 2024.

In this episode, Bethany is joined with David Smyth, Head of Evangelical Alliance. David shares the heart behind Evangelical Alliance and how as Christians, we can play a part in difficult issues. Throughout the episode, David shares about how personal encounters are hugely important and how organisations like BBNI fit into the bigger picture. Find out more about Evangelical Alliance: Northern Ireland - Evangelical Alliance

BBNI Podcast Season 3 episode 9: Boys’ Brigade, Youth Work and Game Shows – The Simon Henry Story.

Simon Henry, National Youth Officer for CIYD, sits down with Emily to catch up over a cup of tea and to discuss the ins and outs of Simon’s extensive experience as a youth worker, becoming a Christian as a teenager, inspirational role models, growing up in the Boys’ Brigade and how he has ended up where he is today and the importance of being spiritually healthy.  To get involved in all the fun at CIYD events please do check out their website for more details: https://ciyd.org/.

Season 3 of The BBNI Podcast continues with Danny Roberts from LMI. Danny leads the Youth and Schools department and shares about the work they are involved in and their recent trip to Kenya.