Confluence: Where Ministry Ideas Meet

When Ministry (Literally) Knocks

This week on Convergence, we dive deep into the raw and often unpredictable realities of ministry with youth and young adults. Join us as we welcome the incredible Rev. Ashley Murphy, campus minister for the Wesley Fellowship at CU Boulder. Ashley pulls back the curtain on her experiences, sharing powerful and sometimes heart-wrenching stories from the front lines of college ministry. In a truly unforgettable segment, Ashley recounts the gripping story of a student showing up on her doorstep, high on acid – a moment that tested her faith, compassion, and pastoral instincts. She reflects on the immediate challenges, the long-term impact, and the profound lessons learned in that intense encounter. But it's not all crisis management! Ashley also offers refreshingly practical and innovative advice for engaging young people with scripture. Drawing inspiration from an unexpected source, she shares how borrowing strategies from children's Sunday school can unlock new levels of connection and understanding for youth and young adults, making ancient texts relevant and exciting. Prepare for an episode filled with honest reflections, inspiring resilience, and tangible wisdom that will equip anyone seeking to deepen their ministry with the next generation. Wesley Fellowship: https://www.wesleyf.org/