A Masterclass from
Rory Helart
About This Masterclass
Help a generation discover who they are—and what’s possible with God.
You see their potential. You want them to know Jesus personally, find their voice, and grow into who God created them to be. But how do you build that kind of connection—especially when their choices, questions, or way of seeing the world feel unfamiliar?
In Working with Youth, Rory Helart invites parents, pastors, and mentors to discover how meaningful discipleship grows through belonging, trust, and shared life. Across five sessions, explore how to call out a young person’s strengths, give them meaningful responsibility, and make room for faith to become their own.
You’ll also consider what you bring into those relationships: your story, your experience of freedom, and the beliefs that shape how you respond when growth gets messy.
Come discover practical ways to bridge generations and nurture young people who know they are loved, recognize God’s voice, and have the courage to put their faith into practice.
What you'll learn in this class....
- Recognize and affirm the God-given strengths and identity of young people.
- Build consistent relationships where students feel known, valued, and included.
- Make discipleship part of everyday life through conversation, example, and shared experiences.
- Recognize how your own fears, freedom, and beliefs influence your leadership.
- Give young people meaningful responsibility with appropriate guidance and support.
- Encourage steps of faith while making room for mistakes and growth.
- Bridge generational differences through curiosity, empathy, and mutual honor.
- Pass on Kingdom values while allowing the next generation to express them in fresh ways.
Sessions: 5 | Length: 3hrs 42min
Session 1: Calling Out the Gold in the Next Generation
51 min
What do you see when you look at a young person—and what do they hear from you? Discover how belonging, encouragement, and opportunities to contribute help students build identity and take meaningful steps of faith.
Session 2: Leading from Your Own Freedom
38 min
Your life teaches alongside your words. Explore how honesty about your own growth, healthy accountability, and receiving God’s grace can shape the way you mentor others. Discover the value of leading while you’re still learning.
Session 3: Discipleship Through Spiritual Mothering and Fathering
49 min
Some of the most formative conversations happen outside a planned lesson. Explore how shared life, spiritual parenting, and personal example help young people develop beliefs, identity, and a relationship with Jesus they can live out.
Session 4: Empowering the Next Generation
49 min
When is it time to let someone else lead? Look at how Jesus entrusted His disciples with responsibility, and explore how to give young people opportunities to serve and grow with support, trust, and room to learn.
Session 5: Bridging Generations with Honor and Empathy
35 min
What’s worth passing on—and what needs room to look different? Discover how listening across generations can strengthen trust, preserve the heart behind your values, and welcome fresh expressions of faith and leadership.
Join the Conversation
Share insights, ask questions, and connect with other members.
Session Notes
Review key insights and reflect on what you’re learning.
Learn at Your Pace
Make room to grow with teaching that fits your schedule.
Faith for Everyday Life
Find encouragement for the people and places God has entrusted to you.
About the Teacher
Rory Helart loves helping young people discover that a life with Jesus is something they can step into today. As Youth Pastor at Bethel Church in Redding, he carries a heart for students to know their identity, grow in the gifts God has given them, and bring His love into their everyday world.
Rory and his wife, Mari, have served in Young Saints since 2010 and have three daughters: Brooklyn, Harper, and Kinsley. His passion also extends to the parents, youth pastors, and leaders walking alongside the next generation.
In Working with Youth, Rory brings that pastoral heart to the moments that matter: seeing potential, building trust, and helping a young person find the courage to believe what God says about them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I care about young people, but I don’t always know how to connect with them. Is this a good place to start?
Yes. You don’t need to share every interest or understand every trend to build a meaningful relationship. Rory’s teaching centers on listening, showing up consistently, and recognizing what a young person carries. Parents, volunteers, and mentors can all find practical ways to begin connecting with greater curiosity and confidence.
Our students attend youth group, but we want them to make faith their own. Can this help our team?
That desire is at the heart of this class. Rory explores discipleship through shared life, personal example, and opportunities for students to participate. Watching together can help your team consider how young people experience belonging, where they can take responsibility, and how you can support their own relationship with Jesus.
What is Bethel Leaders Network?
Bethel Leaders Network (BLN) is an expression of the Bethel Church family in Redding, California. Our heart is to connect, encourage, and equip leaders to live out Kingdom culture and see God move in their homes, workplaces, churches, and communities. Through resources and opportunities for meaningful connection, we help people grow in their walk with God and in what He has called them to carry.
Who are these masterclasses for?
If you’re hungry to grow in your relationship with God and bring His heart into everyday life, these masterclasses are for you. Whether you’re raising a family, leading a church, building a business, or serving your community, our hope is that you leave encouraged and equipped for where God has placed you. You don’t need a leadership title to have an impact.
How much does it cost to access the masterclasses?
Our masterclasses are included in all three memberships, so you can choose the support and connection that best fit your season:
- BLN Learn — $12/month or $120/year: Grow at your own pace with access to our library of 40+ masterclasses and new content added monthly.
- BLN Engage — $37/month: Enjoy everything in Learn, plus community, sphere-specific mentors, learning pathways, and live calls to encourage you along the way.
- BLN Influence — suggested contribution of $225/month: Receive everything in Engage, plus personal connection, coaching, and pastoral support for senior leaders and their spouses. An application is required, with a $200 non-refundable application fee.
Can I watch at my own pace?
Absolutely. You can watch on demand through the BLN platform on the web or mobile app throughout your active membership. Make space in a rhythm that works for you, pause to reflect, and return to a session as you put what you’re discovering into practice.
How do I get started?
Select “Get Started” to explore our memberships and choose the one that best suits your season and the ways you’d like to grow. You can join Learn or Engage directly, or apply for Influence if you’re a senior leader seeking deeper connection and support.
