Developing young leaders
Do you have young leaders in your children's ministry team? These six strategies are gold! They come from a book called, 'Growing Young'. Have a look at this list. Which do you see operating in your church? Which could become a focus in the second half of this year? How might these six strategies change or strengthen the way you work alongside young leaders? 1. Unlock keychain leadership: Instead of centralizing authority, empower others—especially young people. 2. Empathize with today’s young people: Instead of judging or criticizing, step into the shoes of this generation. 3. Take Jesus’ message seriously: Instead of asserting formulaic gospel claims, welcome young people into a Jesus-centered way of life. 4. Fuel a warm community: Instead of focusing on cool worship or programs, aim for warm peer and intergenerational friendships. 5. Prioritize young people (and families) everywhere: Instead of giving lip service to how much young people matter, l