Join Anglican Movement as Nick Young shares his profound Lenten journey of self-discovery, faith, and embracing his true identity.

From understanding the spaciousness of God's house to the pivotal moment of meeting his father, Nick’s story intertwines his personal experiences with spiritual growth. This video highlights the essence of abiding in Jesus, exploring cultural heritage, and the significance of communion in our faith journey.

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Video Summary with Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: Overview of the Lenten study and Nick Young's background.

00:05 - Esther's Concept: God's house has many rooms, highlighting inclusivity.

00:13 - Central Message: Only Jesus can save us, integrating faith and identity.

00:29 - Integrated Whole: Jesus saves us as a complete entity within history and community.

00:41 - Broad Voices: Learning from diverse voices within the diocese.

01:02 - Speaker Introduction: Nick Young, a surprising Lenten studies speaker.

01:23 - Personal Journey: Nick's journey of self-discovery and faith beginning around age 40.

01:42 - Family Connections: Meeting his father and exploring his dual heritage.

02:25 - Cultural Heritage: The significance of Māori and Chinese heritage in his identity.

03:03 - Welcome Experience: Feeling welcomed and accepted by his father's family.

03:53 - Expanded View of Jesus: Understanding the vastness and beauty of Jesus.

04:26 - Māori Journey: Engaging with his iwi and hapū, and the sense of belonging.

05:02 - Relationship with Jesus: Drawing parallels between cultural belonging and faith.

05:36 - Leaning In: Choosing to engage with both cultural heritage and faith.

06:07 - Historical Reflection: Bishop Hadfield’s observations about Te Āti Awa’s hunger for Jesus.

06:42 - Abiding in Faith: Learning to stay humble and open in new cultural and faith environments.

07:47 - Choosing to Abide: The constant choice to walk in faith and embrace Jesus.

08:28 - Divine Challenge: Archbishop Don Tamihere’s call to seek the divine in ourselves and others.

09:13 - Importance of Communion: How communion represents abiding in Jesus and the journey of faith.

10:12 - Conclusion: Reflecting on Nick’s ability to connect his physical and spiritual journeys.

Watch Nick Young's heartfelt journey and discover how his faith has grown through embracing his cultural heritage and finding his place in God's expansive house.