Early this week we met with a student from another church. The longer we talked the more amazed we were. Mature, a clear thinker, reading substantive books, forming opinions about how life works, and making plans for the future. Throughout the conversation, two words kept popping up. “My Dad.” Over and over. It’s impossible to […]
Category: youthwork
Take heart — God is at work
We all have students who seem “the least likely to . . .” You start a group and they come twice in eight weeks. You call them, text them, Facebook them, drop by their school. Nothing. Maybe an occasional connection, but mostly you pray. Don’t stop praying. Or pursuing. We know a youthworker with just […]
How to decide where you fit
You have a problem. You love students and are drawn to the drama of their lives. You yearn for them to walk with Jesus earlier than you did. But you question if your passion lines up with your gifts. You see others who seem so natural at it — a “naturalness” you don’t feel. Your […]
Getting parents and others involved — 3
More on getting others involved with students . . . • Ramp them up — The natural caregivers in any organization are those who have regular interaction with students. To help volunteers who are starting from zero, notice natural connections. A student in the choir? Working in the nursery? Helping at AWANA? Lives in same […]
Getting parents and others involved — 2
Groups work best when youth staff, parents, and volunteers join forces. Here are several ideas to keep in mind as you build a team: • Six verses in Ephesians — Read Ephesians 4:11-16. It says a group grows healthy when many members invest. Pray this passage to God. (I like to read it aloud and […]
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