Youth Leadership Philosophy

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Every Saturday, I would volunteer at my church as a youth leader to teach kids about God and inspired them to become a better person. I used to be one of those kids, who shown up because it's fun and because of friends. As times goes by, eleven years to be exact, I realized this is more than fun, this is a part of my life that made me who I am today. I am grateful for what my youth leader had done for me; therefore, I want to give back to them by becoming a youth leader to inspired the kids and make a difference in one kid’s life. Every week, I would prepared different lessons and activities, so the kids won't be bored. Seeing the smile on their faces when they are enjoying the activity, participating in answering and asking questions make

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