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It was such an honor to sit down with Kyla Gillespie as she shared her story of gender dysphoria, transitioning, de-transitioning, and how the church played a role in her salvation and transformation. Her testimony of God at work in her life should compel us to love our students wrestling with gender confusion and shape the way we minister and disciple them.

Check our her newest book: TransFormed

Now an international speaker and founder of Renewed & Transformed ministries, Kyla Gillespie's highest hope is that God might use her story to reveal He is big enough, good enough, and smart enough to guide any struggler—and that life in Christ is worth every moment of the struggle. “May others who find themselves in my shoes earnestly consider Christ who is worth it no matter the cost,” she declares, “and may the Church be there to love and disciple them like it did me. If anyone wonders if transformation and freedom is possible, here is my account of God’s redemptive and glorious work through his Word and his people.”

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As we prepare for summer, this a conversation every youth minister will be having. What do we do about the dress code and cell phones at camp this summer? We feel the pull of wanting to protect our students and sacred spaces without falling into traps of legalism. While each person must weigh out the costs for their own ministries, we hope this conversation will equip you to lead confidently with courage and clarity.

Looking for a way to avoid summer burnout and have a more indept conversatsion about this topic and more!? Join our Surviving Summer cohort that begins April 9, 2026. Limited spots available, so grab your spot today HERE.

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In this episode, Eric Morrell reveals how AI can be a powerful ally in youth ministry, enhancing creativity and efficiency without replacing your unique voice. Discover practical strategies for using AI to streamline tasks like teaching prep and small group questions, all while maintaining authenticity and ethical standards.

Eric shares insights on leveraging AI for note-taking and content refinement, emphasizing its role as a tool to amplify your ministry's impact. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, learn how to integrate AI safely and effectively to inspire and engage the next generation.

Get Eric’s free guide on AI cheat codes—by clicking HERE—and start transforming your work today.

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Learn more about Eric Murrell: With two decades of experience in strategy, branding, and digital products, I know what it takes to get things done. I'm a relentlessly curious problem solver who's at his best beside a whiteboard, with a unique knack for bringing order from chaos.

I've worn a lot of hats throughout my journey: leading strategy for a large non-profit, coordinating complex building projects, and developing digital tools with millions of users. I've found that no one discipline exists in a vacuum, and the best solutions often come from thinking outside the box (and sometimes even outside the norm). Those are the projects that excite me.

As a lifelong native of the Nashville area, the one thing I've failed at is learning guitar (though I'm still trying). Otherwise, I'm a big nerd who loves Nintendo, novels, and sci-fi movies. My wife (Lauren) is an incredible graphic designer, and our kids are creative forces of their own. On the weekends, you can find us active in our church, discovering new adventures, and probably trying to get our cat out of a tree.