LIFE ESSENTIALS: YOUNG ADULTS EDITION
Imagine a space where young adults can spark a faith conversation with their friends without the pressure of having all the answers.

Through powerful stories from speakers, creatives, leaders and advocates, Life Essentials: Young Adults Edition explores the big questions of life – from identity and purpose to grief, forgiveness, truth and legacy – inviting young adults to go deeper, ask honest questions and discover a bigger story for their lives.

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Series Overview

8 Episodes

Run in any order

Available in 1 language

Created, filmed and produced in Australia

Trailer will go here (maybe all 3)

Brand New Episodes

Eight stand-alone episodes crafted for our cultural moment

Feat. Mark Varughese

Carousels

Career, Identity

Life can feel like a carousel that’s always spinning. We’re constantly wondering when to jump on, whether we’ve missed our chance, or if we’ve made the right choice. This episode explores what it looks like to root our identity in who we’re living for, replacing the exhausting cycle of pressure with lasting peace.

Feat. Danny & Leila Abdallah

Forgiven

Grief, Emotions, Family

This episode explores the idea that choosing to forgive doesn’t mean changing history, but it does mean choosing a path that leads toward personal healing and freedom – even in the most unimaginable circumstances.

Feat. James Aiton

Heartbreak

Emotions, Grief

Heartbreak can leave us questioning everything. This episode explores how pain can become a turning point, offering a deeper sense of hope, purpose and resilience when life feels uncertain.

Feat. Dave Adamson

Ancient Truths

Truth, History, Career, Identity

Answers have never been more accessible, yet life’s biggest questions remain. This episode explores why we’re still searching for truth and what ancient wisdom has to say about the world we live in today.

Feat. Steve Chao

Grey Zone

Truth, Culture

In a time of polarising opinions and endless hot takes, this episode explores where to find wisdom, truth and hope when the answers aren’t obvious.

Feat. Shelbi Shutt

Glow Up

Identity, Culture, Body Image

In a culture obsessed with self-perfection and constant productivity, this episode explores the source of our value and how our limitations aren’t flaws to be erased, but an opportunity to discover who we truly are.

Feat. Joshua Luke Smith

Transcendent

Beauty, Art, Creation

Some moments leave us with a sense that there’s more to life than what we can see. This episode explores how experiences of awe and beauty can awaken our curiosity and point us towards something greater.

Feat. Victoria Sinis

The Dash

Career, Identity, Success, Purpose

Success, status and possessions promise fulfillment, but rarely deliver. This episode explores why a life centred on something greater than ourselves can lead to deeper purpose and lasting satisfaction.

What's Included

Life Essentials: Young Adults Edition is 100% free and comes with everything you need to get started.

  • All episodes available to stream or download
  • Invitational and promotional materials to get the word out
  • Tools and guides to help you manage and plan
  • Training and support for your team
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Life Essentials: Young Adults Edition free?

Yes! Thanks to our generous donors, it’s completely free to access. If you would like to support the missional work of Alpha Australia, you can donate here.

Who is Life Essentials: Young Adults Edition for?

This series is created for young adults who are open to discussions about faith and life, and are wrestling through some of the topics each episode tackles. It’s designed as an on-ramp to the full Alpha Series.

Where can I run Life Essentials: Young Adults Edition?

You can run this series anywhere young people gather – in small groups, at lunchtime, at work, at home, between lectures at uni, or even at a café or pub. A single session can last around 20 minutes, meaning it’s easy to fit into the rhythms of uni life. You can watch the episodes in any order, so you’re free to select topics most relevant to your group.

What if I still have questions?

That’s totally fine! Feel free to get in touch with us via the contact page.