Regarding the Transition of Youth Group Leadership
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6
Most of our churches are in decline due to a lack of young adults and their children. It is no surprise as the older members die out there is no one to fill their seats. For whatever reason, a generation has been convinced that Christianity is either false, subjective or simply an ancient moral code.
The good news is we have time to turn this ship around. We all know that children are the future and it appears our church is very much focused on them. This focus on raising the children in a Christian environment is a great step in stopping the decline of Christianity.
Cassie and I have not …show more content…
Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,”
I will add that it is not only up to the Pastor or our leaders to disciple the children in our church. It is up to each parent and member to live as an example of Christ. We must each talk the talk and walk the walk. As a leader, I only have a few hours a week as a disciple, but as a parent or grandparent you have so much more time and influence on these children. Please take time to discuss Christianity with your children and to have hard conversations about morality and the world.
On behalf of our Youth Group I would like to thank each one of you for your continued support. During this leadership transition, I do not want to make any major changes to this successful Youth Group. Therefore, Lyndon and Lonna will remain involved. We want to continue to get out of the classroom to make more disciples and perform mission work in our community.
Cassie and I would like to thank you for welcoming us members of your church family and trusting us to be leaders. We have had no negative encounters with any of the members and truly feel the presence of God in our congregation. Thank you again for your continued
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6
Most of our churches are in decline due to a lack of young adults and their children. It is no surprise as the older members die out there is no one to fill their seats. For whatever reason, a generation has been convinced that Christianity is either false, subjective or simply an ancient moral code.
The good news is we have time to turn this ship around. We all know that children are the future and it appears our church is very much focused on them. This focus on raising the children in a Christian environment is a great step in stopping the decline of Christianity.
Cassie and I have not …show more content…
Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,”
I will add that it is not only up to the Pastor or our leaders to disciple the children in our church. It is up to each parent and member to live as an example of Christ. We must each talk the talk and walk the walk. As a leader, I only have a few hours a week as a disciple, but as a parent or grandparent you have so much more time and influence on these children. Please take time to discuss Christianity with your children and to have hard conversations about morality and the world.
On behalf of our Youth Group I would like to thank each one of you for your continued support. During this leadership transition, I do not want to make any major changes to this successful Youth Group. Therefore, Lyndon and Lonna will remain involved. We want to continue to get out of the classroom to make more disciples and perform mission work in our community.
Cassie and I would like to thank you for welcoming us members of your church family and trusting us to be leaders. We have had no negative encounters with any of the members and truly feel the presence of God in our congregation. Thank you again for your continued