Summary: In this episode, hosts Jordan Biere, Jason Kidd, and Annie Grandell welcome Christopher Wesley, founder of Marathon Youth Ministry and author of Rebuilding Confirmation, for a compelling conversation on the often-overlooked role of sponsors in the Confirmation process.Instead of viewing sponsors as a checkbox or afterthought, Christopher challenges us to think of them as mentors in discipleship—people who can walk alongside teens in a meaningful way. The episode invites ministry leaders to reconsider traditional practices and reimagine how to form sponsors and integrate them intentionally into the journey of Confirmation.Notable Quotes: “Invest in a community where people can find sponsors or just great role models to nurture the faith beyond Confirmation” -Christopher Wesley (42:25) “You can’t force a relationship, but you can set the environment for it.” -Jordan Biere (32:18)Special Guest:Christopher Wesley – Catholic author and ministry consultant, best known for Rebuilding Confirmation, which encourages parish leaders to rethink outdated models and focus on relational ministry.References & Resources:Rebuilding Confirmation: Because We Need More Than Another Graduation by Christopher WesleyCatechism of the Catholic Church 1311, 1255Code of Canon Law, Canons 892-893Pope Francis, Christus Vivit, Paragraph 242Stay Connected:Find Christopher Wesley at: marathonyouthministry.comCheck us out: youthministrymindset.comGet your FREE Confirmation Toolkit from Alpha Youth and YDisciple: confirmationtoolkit.comLearn more about Alpha: alphausa.org/youth/catholicLearn more about YDisciple: ⁠⁠ydisciple.com⁠⁠

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