Within the Church, every individual holds a special place, and young people in particular embody unique potential. History is filled with young figures like David and Daniel, who demonstrate God’s trust and their remarkable achievements. Inspired by this legacy, we are delighted to introduce the Youth Society, a space designed to nurture Christian character, discover gifts, and actively engage young people in the mission of our Church.
Join us as we explore the goals, structure, and exciting opportunities for young minds and spirits to shape their future and the future of our community!
01. Youth
Justification
- It’s good to know that within God’s family, we all have a special place and that divine purpose is to provide for each of us, prosperity, and blessing.
- Analyzing those who excel in the world of art, sports, and other aspects of life, we realize that they are young people. The reason for this is that they are in the prime of their life, making them tireless, challenging, and possessing a winning mentality.
- For a long time, God has considered young people to fulfill His purposes. When He wanted to do something special, He always chose young people. For example: David, Samson, Jephthah, Daniel, and many more. God placed His trust in them, entrusting them with certain responsibilities, and they responded positively. It is therefore necessary that we offer a special place to young people within the church.
- Furthermore, knowing the desire within each young person to serve the Lord and His work, the need for the formation of a Youth Society arises, which we believe would be a very important means for the development of the church’s plans.
- This Society will not operate independently of the church’s plans; it remains under its authority and will operate within its authority.
- Any activity that does not fall within the guidelines of this guide must be submitted to the pastor for consideration prior to its implementation.
General Objectives
- To ensure that youth participation is actively involved in developing the plan and achieving the established goals.
- Participation in the Juan 14:6 Training Center for their training.
Purpose
- To form the character of Christ in their lives through practical, dynamic, biblical teachings prepared especially for them.
- To minister to specific areas of need in their lives.
- To discover and develop gifts, talents, and abilities among young people.
- To engage them in active participation in developing the church’s overall plan.
Goals
- A means to achieve the goals of the overall plan.
- 75% of young people are involved in the development of the plan.
- Develop young people for youth leadership.
- Win more young people for Christ.
Integration
A Director:
- Responsible for developing the plan.
His collaborators:
- Those necessary to cover the established activities.
Participants
All the young men and women of the church and those who believe they have that spirit, and are single, should have a youthful mindset.
02. Activities To Be Carried Out
Of Spiritual Order
- Prayer activities, fasting, and vigils, etc., within the Society.
- Meditation studies on the Word of God.
- Workshops on topics relevant to their needs.
- Time-bound youth services.
- Agape or fraternal activities.
- Retreats.
Of Service
- Evangelism
- Youth Visits
- Receptions (Providing a young man and a young woman at the door each week) under the coordination of the Servants’ Section.
- Participation in growth groups.
- Distribution of promotional materials.
Of Physical Order
- Arrangements for special activities.
- Financial support as needed.
- Church cleaning after any youth activity.
- Other related activities as needed.
Of Social Order
- Recreational times.
- Social afternoons or evenings.
- Charitable donations, according to needs and possibilities.
- Involve each of the young people in the various church activities.
03. Youth Ministry
Responsibilities and Obligations
- Always maintain communication with the Young Men of the Church, informing them of all planned activities.
- Monitor their attendance at regular and special services.
- Pray for the sick and visit their brothers and sisters in their homes and/or hospitals.
- If they miss one (1) or two (2) services during the week, call them by phone to find out the reason for their absence.
- Always welcome the Young Men who are visiting the Church for the first time and get ready.
- Congratulate and offer agape love to those Young Men who have accepted the
- Lord as their personal Savior.
- Let the leadership be responsible for collecting the information (name, address, and phone number) of those who accept the Lord for their Discipleship. That is, follow up on their conversion so they do not stray from the Church.
- Create a Visitation Calendar for Young Men who have strayed from the Lord and, when authorized, visit them. In case of any urgent need (prayer for illness, tribulation, etc.), be available and coordinate where appropriate. If you can’t attend, so someone can go.
- Schedule activities related to Dating and Marriage, to raise awareness about these topics, as well as other activities where young people can stay busy.
04. Monthly Reports
Each Society, in its new work function, must present a monthly report on its respective Work Agenda to the Officers’ Meeting, including:
- Leadership meeting dates.
- Work plans.
- Homes and hospitals visited due to illness.
- Souls surrendered to the Lord.
- Follow-up discipleship work.
- Calendar of activities for the following month.
- Support all Church activities with initiatives specific to its privilege.
- In coordination with the Societies and Boards, schedule activities that involve maintenance for the proper functioning of Church property, such as:
- General painting of the building and other areas.
- Wall repairs, etc.
- Cleaning and marking of the parking lot.
- Arrangement of Church furniture (pews, tables, chairs, etc.).