The Anxious Generation Goes to Church with Dr. Thom Rainer

08/09/2025 29 min Episodio 232
The Anxious Generation Goes to Church with Dr. Thom Rainer

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Home School Minnesota, host Dayle Annand discusses the challenges faced by Generation Z, particularly regarding anxiety and loneliness, with Dr. Thom Rainer. They explore the cultural inflection point brought about by technology and the importance of in-person relationships. The conversation emphasizes the role of parents and grandparents in guiding the younger generation, the hope for their return to church, and the need for the church to engage in evangelism and community outreach. Practical steps for fostering healthy relationships and boundaries with technology are also discussed, highlighting the importance of discipleship in homeschooling.
 
Links:
To purchase the book The Anxious Generation Goes to Church:
https://www.tyndale.com/p/the-anxious-generation-goes-to-church/9781496449221
 
To contact Homeschool Minnesota--MÂCHÉ:  https://mache.org/
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Discipleship in Homeschooling
05:17 The Inflection Point of Culture and Technology
12:11 The Role of Parents and Grandparents
18:25 The Importance of Personal Relationships
27:26 Practical Steps for Parents to Support Their Kids
 
homeschooling, discipleship, Generation Z, mental health, church, parenting, technology, evangelism, community, youth ministry