J. John Meets Paul Gibbs on Facing the Canon
J. John Meets Paul Clayton Gibbs
British Christianity has been shaped by a rich tapestry of voices. From stadium-filling preachers to local church storytellers, the UK has produced leaders whose words stir faith, inspire action, and stay with you long after you’ve heard them. Occasionally, those voices come together in ways that feel both unexpected and significant.
That is why the meeting of J. John and Paul Clayton Gibbs on Facing the Canon feels so timely. For years, these two have been shaping lives across continents, each with a unique approach. J. John has mastered the art of communicating the Gospel through the use of stories that make us laugh. Paul Gibbs pioneered a movement in 1992 which is now in every inhabitable continent on Earth; embedding mission into schools, churches, and local communities. Both British. Both global. Both with decades of ministry behind them. And yet, until now, no shared platform.
This conversation is not just a pleasant interview. It is the collision of two ministry worlds. One rooted in evangelistic proclamation. The other built on multiplying discipleship. Together, they paint a picture of a church that speaks truth boldly and lives it out practically. And somewhere in their shared network of friends and storytellers including none other than Mark Ritchie, known for both his humour and powerful testimony, you realise these leaders have been orbiting each other for years, and how thrilled it is for me to introduce you to these two powerhouse ministers, and a massive thanks to the J. John, Killy, and the team, for setting up this interview, where Paul Gibbs shares about what it is like to become Kingdom Centric on Facing the Canon.
Paul Gibbs is an author, speaker, strategist, and the founder of Pais Movement — a global mission organization operating in over 20 nations across six continents. For more than three decades, he has trained and mobilized leaders to share the Gospel and make disciples in schools, churches, and communities.
Paul lives in Texas, USA. He is married to Lynn and is a father and grandfather.
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J.John is an evangelist, minister, speaker, broadcaster and writer. He has been in ministry for four decades. He has spoken in towns, cities and universities in 69 countries.
J.John lives near London in England. He is married to Killy and is a father and grandfather.
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Why This Meeting Matters
This isn’t just two leaders swapping ministry stories, it’s the meeting of two very different but perfectly complementary callings:
J. John is the consummate evangelist, brilliant at engaging culture and helping Christians share their faith with confidence and creativity.
Paul C. Gibbs is the movement-builder, embedding the Gospel into the everyday structures of society so it outlasts events and personalities.
Put them together, and you get a vision of the Church that both proclaims and embeds: a faith that’s boldly spoken and tangibly lived.
Final Thoughts
Watching this conversation feels a bit like watching two old friends finally meet, except they’re not just catching up over tea; they’re here to communicate the Kingdom-Centric gospel, and
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when an evangelist who loves asking the core questions meets a strategist who builds Kingdom infrastructure… this is it.
📺 Watch the episode here: Becoming Kingdom-Centric – Facing the Canon
The Impact of the Pais Youth Academy in Pakistan
Hope In Islamabad
The Impact of the Pais Youth Academy in Pakistan
Author: Sakhawat, Pais Pakistan National Director
As Pakistan approaches its status as the largest Islamic nation by 2032, it faces challenges such as religious intolerance, economic struggles and even poverty. Despite its founding vision of inclusivity in 1947, increasing Islamization has led to significant hardships for religious minorities, including Christians. So the work of the Pais Movement has become increasingly vital.
Christians in Pakistan face long-standing persecution, manifesting in violence, discrimination, and stringent blasphemy laws fueled by religious extremism. This persecution is compounded by systemic discrimination, leading to widespread poverty among Christians. Many are relegated to low-paying jobs, limiting their economic mobility and stability.
Pais in Pakistan
“It’s been inspiring to see Pais Pakistan grow stronger each year despite challenges.” says Sakhawat, the National Director of Pais Pakistan.
“Our mission has gained momentum through dedicated outreach and community engagement. Looking ahead, we’re passionate about guiding young people to discover Christ and experience life-changing faith, build up local churches, and extend our impact across Asia.”
“Our goal is to equip youth to become compassionate leaders who share Christ’s love and their personal stories with others.”
Pais Movement all around the world gives the opportunity to create a bridge between schools and the local church. Apprentices serve alongside a team leader to help anyway they can, being a light in the darkness.
In Pais Pakistan it’s the same. Our three areas where we impact Pakistan are through; mission by reaching out to communities, discipleship by guiding people to spiritual growth, and Bible study by providing valuable resources and training.”
"Our main purpose is to train and equip ordinary young people,to do extraordinary things for His Kingdom"
A Triumph for the Pais Youth Academy
On July 10th, 2024 our Pais Youth Academy (PYA) event exceeded all expectations.
While we initially planned for 25-30 children and youth, we were in awe when more than 140 students arrived, eager to experience the Haverim Bible study program. We didn’t even prepare enough PYA shirts to hand each student!
The day was filled with group prayers, worship, engaging Bible study, face painting, Bible quizzes, and games. Parents and local pastors were impressed by the Haverim method’s ability to connect with the youth, and participants were excited to receive their own Haverim templates. As pastors prayed over the Pais team, they expressed a desire for more PYA events across Pakistan, sparking a wider movement!
Through our dedicated efforts, Pais Pakistan continues to drive positive change. We invite you to celebrate the progress and support our mission to further impact lives and communities across the nation.
We Praise God for what he is doing in this country, and seek to expand further each year with your prayers and your support!
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