Common Ground, Open Doors: Practical Steps to Partner with Your Local
School
Real school ministry starts with relationship and consistency. In this session, we'll unpack what it actually takes to build a lasting ministry presence in your local schools: how to identify the right decision-makers, find common ground with school staff and leadership, and move from a one-time visit to a sustained, trusted partnership. Whether you're just starting to explore school ministry or looking to deepen an existing one, you'll walk away with practical next steps for opening doors and showing up well.
Josh Dewling is the Next Gen Coach for the ABNWT District of the PAOC, where he's devoted to supporting and walking alongside pastors and church leaders in the everyday realities of ministry. Josh previously spent five years as Executive Director of Kids On Track, a Christian charity serving children, youth, and families across Edmonton. He steps into this new season eager to sit with leaders, hear their stories, and help develop the next generation within the local church. Josh is married to his wife, Ainslay, and together they are raising their three children: Emmy, Nora, and Tommy.
NextGen Ministries webinars are hosted by Western Ontario District Children & Family Ministries and are available to anyone who registers for the online event. An accessible playback will be sent directly to registrants; should you be unable to participate in the live presentation, or if you want to watch the webinar again or with others, we encourage you to register for the webinar.