1Youth Ministry Mission Statement

“To equip youth through discipleship to be witnesses of Jesus Christ, set apart from the world by their demonstration of godly character, brotherly love, and service.”

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 Acts 1:8; Rom. 12:2; Rom.12:10-13

maturityGOAL #1

Youth will grow in spiritual and social maturity

Important Verse; Eph. 4:11-16

a)             Create mentoring relationships with Christian adults.

b)             Participate in small accountability groups (4 -5 members) consisting of a combination of peers and elder peers.

1 Tim. 6:11-12GOAL #2

Youth will develop a holistic understanding of Scripture, and how its message of Salvation and godly living applies to their lives

1 Tim. 6:11-12

a)       Study the Old Testament and the New Testament and learn about how God has been and is at work creating a holy people.

b)       Help youth understand Christ’s role in God’s work of Salvation. Study the way Christ lived His life and help youth model their lives after His.  

1 Tim. 4:12 witnessGOAL #3

Youth will become witnesses of Jesus Christ to the world and to the body of believers, by means of conduct and verbal testimony

1 Tim. 4:12

a)       Study the foundations of the Christian faith so they know what they believe and why, so that they can witness verbally.

b)       Take students to serve regularly at local outreach ministries such as soup kitchens or playing with street kids. This offers opportunities to witness by means of loving actions, and possibly also with words.

ministry 2GOAL #4

Youth will become equipped and willing to serve the body of believers in ministry

Rom. 12:4-8 ; Heb. 6:10

a)       Enable youth become comfortable leading others in Bible studies by encouraging and giving opportunities to lead small peer groups.

b)       Train those who show interest in worship leading. Provide opportunities to involve these youth in worship leading of the congregation and the youth group.

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