The Four Big Ideas of Ministry to Children, Young People and their Families
Below are some of the most important ideas that scripture, research, and decades of experience have taught us about good ministry to children, young people, and families. We suggest that you discuss these points as a parish council and contact us for any support you would like to make these ideas more of a reality in your church. We also deliver a workshop to expand on these four big ideas.
Helpful Resources mentioned in the accompanying workshop
The Whānau Friendly Process has been created to help congregations reflect on their current ministry and discern in which ways God may be leading them in the upcoming years. It is an intentional journey with teaching and reflection for the whole church whānau to engage in together. It fosters an understanding of the collective power of the congregation discipling young people – together. It has also been created to help congregations reflect on their current ministry and discern in which ways God may be leading them in the upcoming years.
Stepping Stones Resource Catalogue
Creating or finding great teaching curriculum is an ongoing time-demanding task for youth leaders. We have hand picked several excellent resources to help teach young people and compiled them into several age and theme related categories. This resource will save you hours of work!
Emerge Leadership Formation Video Course
Start developing tomorrows leaders today!
The ongoing development of new leaders is an essential part of any youth ministry within a church. Unfortunately, we find that many youth ministries struggle to find time to develop new leaders. We have put together a two-year video based leadership program that can be easily run in any local church.
The Seven Sustainable Practices for Supporting a Youth Leader/Worker
Youth leaders who stick around for 5-7 years achieve so much more than someone who only has a 1–4-year tenure. This resource provides simple steps that a church can take to help retain a youth worker or leader.
The Employment Guide for staff working with young people
This is a comprehensive step-by-step guide for churches looking to employ a children’s youth or families worker.
Contact For more info please contact anyone in the PYM or PCFM team
Matt Chamberlain :
Email: matt@pym.org.nz | Mobile: 021712700
Karo Wilson:
Email: karo@presbyterian.org.nz | Mobile: 027 274 3322
