In this episode of God on the Move, Jasper Rutherford shares his journey as the European Director of Christ in Youth and his deep passion for youth ministry. He discusses the dire need for youth workers in Ireland, the rich spiritual heritage of the island, and the challenges of modern youth engagement within the church. Jasper reveals his personal faith story, moments of divine encounters, and his experiences in leading young people towards a relationship with Jesus. He also highlights the significance of the global church, the beauty of traditional Christian practices, and the urgent need for the church to invest in the next generation.   📚 Links from the Interview Christ in Youth Church Army Podcast: A Spiritual Awakening in the Cold of Denmark   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony.   🧑‍💻 About Jasper Jasper expects God to show up where other people don’t expect it. Jasper is a passionate evangelist with a heart for peace and reconciliation. He has been involved in youth ministry for nearly 20 years, within the local Church and with para-church organisations. Jasper has been on staff with CIY since 2016. Jasper graduated from The University of Liverpool and has a PhD in Physiology from the University of Birmingham, and also a Diploma in Applied Evangelism from York St John University. He and his wife Lynne have three children – Elijah, Shannon and Nathan. His other passion is Liverpool Football Club. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!