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Jesus Went to High School too

Jesus Went to High School too

Jesus Went to High School too Youth ministry is much broader than church youth

Jesus Went to High School too Youth ministry is much broader than church youth groups and Sunday school. Learn both the basics and the specialties of taking spiritual development beyond church walls into your local high schools. Schools are the virtually undiscovered back country of youth ministry, and the backbone of adolescent development.

Overview • • What is High School ministry Basic Elements of High School ministry

Overview • • What is High School ministry Basic Elements of High School ministry Relational Ministry Activities Examples: – Structure of a lunch club – Stories & challenges – Job description • Q&A

What is High School ministry

What is High School ministry

Basic Elements of High School ministry 1. In School Ministry: 2. Leadership: 3. School

Basic Elements of High School ministry 1. In School Ministry: 2. Leadership: 3. School Authorities: 4. Outside School Ministry: 5. Invitations:

Relational Ministry Activities • • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Relational Ministry Activities • • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Contacting (outreach) Building Time (growth) Club/Large Groups (outreach) Appointments (outreach/growth) Small Groups (growth) Trips/Events (outreach) Student Leadership (leadership) Follow Up (growth/leadership) Community Relations (leadership)

Examples LUNCH CLUB STRUCTURE: • IN ADVANCE: Theme, Plan, End Result • START –

Examples LUNCH CLUB STRUCTURE: • IN ADVANCE: Theme, Plan, End Result • START – – – Informal social Intro Story Discussion Application • END – Evaluate

Examples: • • • Chelsea: Off Campus Life (free lunch program) Hendrik: Soccer Club

Examples: • • • Chelsea: Off Campus Life (free lunch program) Hendrik: Soccer Club (coaching) Dominic: Board game club (school clubs) Josh: How to Eat your Bible (spiritual growth) Britney: Intrigue (Media Literacy) Tom: CHAOS (community service) Denver: Ski & Snowboard (Trips & Events) Jared: Church connection (evangelism 101) Andy: LGBTQ (follow up & appointments)

Examples Description: High School Ministry Staff JOB DESCRIPTION: – Develop and demonstrate Relational Ministry

Examples Description: High School Ministry Staff JOB DESCRIPTION: – Develop and demonstrate Relational Ministry Activities – To build relationships with volunteers, parents, pastors, youth leaders, school personnel and community leaders – Present the Gospel and demonstrate and godly living – Accept the direction and mentorship of a local steering committee and Executive Director – Connecting and grow relationships with the local community youth through various ministry programs – Fundraise and gather personal support Requirements: – – – – A passion for community outreach, love for the local church and a heart for youth Strong relational skills, and will function Well in a team environment An undergraduate degree is an asset Experience in mentoring and discipling young people in relational ministry setting Exhibit good knowledge of the Bible Exhibit good verbal communication skills Minimum commitment of 3 years

How to Start?

How to Start?