Youth Ministry Team Leaders

Many choices lay ahead in the teen years. Youth will discover that the path they walk down will be forged by God (if they choose to following him) and the choices they make – poor choices can bring pain and sadness, wise choices can bring maturity and God’s provision & protection. We hope that they will allow the deep need for love and acceptance to be met in the person of Jesus Christ. His love is perfect and will never fail them. Choosing their friends wisely is huge – ones who will encourage them to love God and love people…for these are God’s greatest desire for them. Having godly, caring adults in their lives is one key in seeing this become a reality for them.

Youth leaders create an atmosphere for youth to connect with God and others with their very lives – their heart, their actions, and their words. There are various opportunities where adults can contribute to our mission of partnering with parents in leading their teens into a vibrant, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. Here are a three. A few weeks of observation for new adults is encouraged before diving in.

DISCUSSION Leaders - Bible Study

People who facilitate youth in discussion during breakout time.

1.5 hours on Sunday (High School) OR
2 hours on Wednesday (Middle School)
Greet youth as they arrive.
Engage in conversation or play during “hang time.”
Model & Guide proper involvement during large group teaching.
Facilitate breakout discussion/study.

1 hour during the week
Prepare to facilitate discussion time.

2.5 hours during the month
Attend monthly team huddle.

L.I.F.E. Group LEADERS

People responsible for training, leading and caring for a group of 3-8 youth towards a vibrant, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ.

2.5 hours on Wednesday (High School) OR
1.5 hours on Sunday (Middle School)
Meet with the team 30 minutes prior.
Greet youth as they arrive.
Engage in conversation or play during “hang time.”
Model & Guide proper involvement during large group teaching.
Lead L.I.F.E. group time.

1 hour during the week
Connect with the youth during the week (prayer, postcards, phone, email)
Ensure youth are on track with TASK planning.
Prepare to facilitate L.I.F.E. group time.

3 hours during the month
Attend monthly team huddle.

GAMER

Person who facilitates youth in a bond-building game/mixer.

30 minutes on Sundays (High School) OR
1 hour on Wednesdays (Middle School)
Greet youth as they arrive.
Engage in conversation or play during “hang time.”
Facilitate the game/mixer for the youth and leaders.

30 minutes during the week
Determine & Prepare to facilitate the game/mixer.

“I’m In!” – Leaders who make young lives count

So, you want to be a leader? Great! Youth will continue to learn about God and life as they watch and listen to us. As God’s Ambassadors to them and their friends, we want to continue to look in the mirror and check our heart and actions. Below are the qualities and commitments that are expected of youth leaders.

  • Heart for Jesus and a love for youth.
  • Regularly attend corporate worship on Sunday.
  • Be connected to a small group of your own.
  • Attend the Leadership Retreat
  • Monthly Leadership Huddles – TBD by leaders as to best day and time each month.
  • Summits: September 29th and 2 more Saturdays from 8:30-11:40.
  • Consistently be early and be prepared for Group time.
  • Invest in youth. This means…
    • Consistently praying for them
    • Being in contact with them.

Email the youth pastor if you are interested in connecting with the youth ministry in a leadership capacity.