ABOUT US: bringing hope into the next generation
Ever since Jesus Christ gave the command: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel,” barriers have been encountered in the proclamation of the Good News. From geographical challenges to linguistic and cultural differences, the journey to share the message of God's love has been fraught with obstacles.
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In the late 1970s, amidst these challenges, a vision emerged within the Northern Canada Evangelical Mission (NCEM) leadership. They envisioned a television outreach tailored to Canada's First Peoples, a medium to convey the message of God's love and forgiveness in a culturally sensitive manner. Thus, in 1982, Tribal Trails was born.
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For over four decades, Tribal Trails has been a beacon of hope, reaching countless First Nations homes across Canada. However, as times change, new challenges arise. With the emergence of a digital era, the question arose: "How do we reach the next generation, as they do not engage with traditional television programming?"
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Enter Generation Hope, affectionately known as Gen H, the vibrant offshoot of Tribal Trails. Targeting a younger demographic, Generation Hope harnesses the power of social media to spread the message of hope found in Jesus Christ.
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The idea for Generation Hope was conceived years ago by passionate individuals within the Tribal Trails team. However, it wasn't until 2022 that the concept began to take shape when Linsey Blodgett, an NCEM intern, witnessed firsthand the profound impact of Tribal Trails within First Nations communities across Canada. Linsey, alongside her husband Jordan Blodgett, felt compelled to extend that outreach to younger demographics. Thus, Generation Hope came into being.
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The Blodgett’s wasted no time in capturing testimonies and conducting interviews. They began releasing short-form videos—approximately a minute long—on platforms like TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram every Thursday afternoon. These brief yet impactful snippets aim to engage those who use these platforms often, enticing them with glimpses of transformative testimonies.
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Come March 15th, 2024, Generation Hope took another stride by unveiling full-length testimony videos on YouTube. These full testimonies are now released every second Friday! Ranging from a few minutes to half an hour, these videos dive deeper into personal narratives, enriching viewers with stories of faith and redemption through Jesus Christ.
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The early response to this ministry has been nothing short of exhilarating. A single TikTok video gained over 16.4 thousand views worldwide, signalling the far-reaching potential of Generation Hope. While the immediate impact may not be measurable, the stage is set for God’s intervention to work wonders. Without Him, algorithms and worldly focus may win, but with Him, there is no limit on who may be impacted!
Meet the Blodgett's
Jordan and Linsey Blodgett, who were married on June 24th, 2023, are committed to serving Indigenous communities in Canada through their work with the Northern Canada Evangelical Mission (NCEM). Linsey’s passion for Indigenous youth and young adults stems from her upbringing in a fostering family, her education in Social Work at the First Nations University of Canada, and her experiences working in group homes, where she witnessed the effects of trauma and abuse firsthand.
Linsey felt called by the Lord to join NCEM at the end of 2021, leading her to participate in a one-year internship in Prince Albert, SK. During her internship, she discovered her niche within the mission, contributing to design work at the mission’s print shop and assisting with video production for the television show Tribal Trails.
Meanwhile, Jordan’s heart for youth and his skills in videography naturally led him to become involved with NCEM as well. He worked with a youth group and participated in leading Bible studies, eventually joining the mission as an associate to help launch a new project called “Generation Hope.”
Currently residing in Regina, Saskatchewan, Jordan works full-time in the media industry. At the same time, he and Linsey continue to serve with NCEM remotely, with Linsey being a full-time candidate within the mission. Their shared commitment to spreading the message of hope in Jesus Christ drives their work and ministry efforts.