In this episode of Circles & Spaces, host Molly sits down with Hope and Gibson to explore what it truly means for young people to lead and shape ministry within their own generation.

Gibson, the Alpha Youth Lead in Kenya, and Hope, Regional Director of How to Life Kenya, share honest reflections on authentic faith, finding purpose through pain, and the power of mentorship and community in nurturing lasting transformation.

For more info on Alpha Youth head to @alphayth on all socials or alpha.org/youth.

In this Spanish edition episode, guest host Aaron sits down with Jared Spyker and Humberto.

In this episode, host Molly sits down with Ellen Lorentzon, a youth pastor from Sweden, and Emma Bergkvist, National Director of Alpha Youth Sweden, for an honest conversation titled 'Welcome Home'.

Together, they explore what it means to create spaces of true belonging for young people in the church - a place where they can come as they are, bring their questions, and experience community that feels like home. Drawing from their experiences in youth ministry across Sweden, Ellen and Emma share stories and insights on building environments that help youth encounter both faith in the most authentic way.

For more info on Alpha Youth head to @alphayth on all socials or alpha.org/youth.

In this episode, host Molly sits down with Jordan Biere and Keithen Schwahn for a thoughtful conversation about the relationships, environments, and rhythms that shape how young people experience belonging and faith.

Keithen serves as the Pastor of Young People at Church of the City New York, and Jordan is the National Director of Alpha Youth in the United States. Together, they share insights from their work in youth ministry and beyond, reflecting on how intentional spaces can help students feel seen, heard, and truly connected.

For more info on Alpha Youth head to @alphayth on all socials or alpha.org/youth.

In this episode of Circles & Spaces: A Generation 'Seeking Real', host Molly sits down with Jesse Fellingham and Xenia James, hosts of The Way UK and the new Alpha Youth Series, to dive into the challenges and opportunities of connecting with young people today.

Jesse and Xenia explore what it looks like to create authentic spaces where youth can ask big questions, wrestle with faith, and feel genuinely seen and heard. They share insights from their own life, offering practical ideas and encouragement for anyone walking alongside the next generation.

For more info on Alpha Youth head to @alphayth on all socials or alpha.org/youth

In this episode, hosts Molly and Charlie sit down with their close friend Jordan Deen, renowned for his podcast ‘Voicemails: To My Younger Self’ and his work helping churches and organisations build compelling brands and tell their authentic stories. Jordan opens up about his personal journey with fatherlessness and how the church played a pivotal role in his life.

Together, they explore the idea of creativity within youth ministry looking a lot more like diagnosing the "aches" and asking the right questions to address the deeper needs of young people.

For more info on Alpha Youth head to @alphayth on all socials or alpha.org/youth

Season 3 of the Circles & Spaces podcast launches with an exciting introduction to our new host, Molly Toms, setting the stage for a fresh and dynamic season ahead. Next, we’re honoured to hear from Shaila Visser, Vice President of Alpha, who shares her powerful wisdom on the role of women in leadership, the importance of apprenticeship, and how we can apprentice the next generation. Shaila also takes us back to the roots of Alpha Youth, offering a glimpse into its inspiring beginnings.

As the episode unfolds, we’re joined by Dan Blythe, executive producer of the new Alpha Youth series. Dan takes us behind the curtain, revealing exclusive insights, some fun behind the scenes moments and his personal highlights from the making of the series. This episode is packed with inspiration, leadership advice, and an exciting preview of what’s to come in Alpha Youth.