Essential Notes for Effective Ministry to Teens
Explore the importance of ministry to teens, drawing lessons from biblical characters like Ishmael and Isaac. Understand teen culture, leadership strategies, and the challenges and opportunities of ministering to teenagers. Discover essential notes to effectively engage and support teens in their spiritual journeys.
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EsSeNtiAl nOTes foR eFfeCtIvE MinIsTrY tO teEnS
Pentecost Youth Ministry, Future of our Church Arise and Shine in the light of God Holy Ghost fire Burn bright in my life Cause me to grow and glow in your love Cause me to grow, Cause me to glow Love of Jesus set my heart ablaze Let my conduct speech and thought Draw the young and old to Jesus
OVERVIEW OF PRESENTATION Why Ministry To Teens? Lessons From Some Teens In The Bible Essential Notes For Ministry To Teens Ministry To Parents Of Teens
More faith commitments are made during the teen years than in any other age group. But huge numbers leave the fellowship after high school, most never to return (Ron Luce) The significant number of teenagers in the Church of Pentecost Their unique struggles, challenges and opportunities Most vices and virtues are developed and adopted during the teen years WHY MINSTRY TO TEENS?
Ishmael Identity crisis, Rejection, Struggles, Hunger and thirst etc (Gen. 21:8-21) Isaac Loneliness, Trauma (Gen. 22) LESSONS FROM SOME TEENS IN THE BIBLE Joseph Challenges and Potentials David Challenges and Potential
UNDERSTAND THE TEEN CULTURE Who are teenagers? Most adults look down on teens and suspect them on moral issues Most teens think that most adults are spies who don t think they can do anything Research and Study the characteristics of Zoomers or the Gen Z ers The traditional approach to ministry and church may not work for them Affirm them and correct them in love ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS
LEADERSHIP Prayerfully identify leaders who are spirit filled, mature, passionate and knowledgeable Train leaders to understand the ministry Have a vision for the ministry and cast it Don t only preach or teach. Model Christlikeness for them Footprints are much easier to follow than blueprints Visit them at home and in School Follow-up on them Let them know that you are concerned about their well being Attend or delegate others to attend special events like graduation, funeral etc. ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS
ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS DISCIPLESHIP The success of any church ministry must be evaluated on how well it is leading them to a deeper commitment to Christ Consistent Personal daily devotion should be taught and modelled Engage in periodic fasting and prayer exercises Help them develop a spiritual timetable Bible studies and Bible reading clubs Holy Spirit baptism and impartation of Spiritual Gifts Discipleship should be at the core of this ministry
ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS UNLEASHING Create Ministry Space and give them opportunities Identify areas of passion/interest and help them develop Don t be overly worried about their mistakes Encourage them to take up leadership positions They are not too young to make significant impact
ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT Teach and demonstrate good morals Etiquette and grooming Academic Excellence and Career Guidance Engage in games and sporting activities Identity formation programs Interpersonal relationships Respect for the Elderly Learning to say please , I am sorry and thank you
ESSENTIAL NOTES FOR MINISTRY TO TEENS HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT Teach and discuss sex, relationships, love and other topics which many parents shy away from Help them feel comfortable to discuss their challenges and addictions
The role of parents in this ministry cannot be over emphasized MINISTRY TO PARENTS OF TEENAGERS Hold periodic meetings with parents of teens to let them know the importance of the ministry Help parents to get committed to monitoring the progress of their teenagers Hold Teen-Parent interactive sessions
LITTER THE WHOLE PLACE WITH PRAYER ALTARS FOR THE TEENS AND WITH THE TEENS
CONCLUSION Ministry to teens is not just about programs. It has more to do with modeling Christlikeness and establishing a relationship with the teens that engenders fruitful discipleship. Programs are only a means to this greater goal
