Top 10 Things Parents Should Know
21 May
I saw this article at youthministry.com about the top 10 things parents should know about youth ministry. Here are a couple that resonated with me…but for the entire list/article go here.
9—We are not here to simply entertain your youth. Yes we will do some wild, crazy, and absolutely ridiculous things with them—but our primary goal is to provide multiple opportunities where they can be influenced by God.
8—Parents are the primary influence in student’s lives. As you know, We are an influence, not the influence. We’re only directly involved in your sons’/daughters’ lives for five years; you’re directly involved for a lifetime. You have the greater authority and responsibility. Thus, we want to assist you, bless you, encourage you, and share in the journey with you.
4—Building the youth group is an unhurried, relational process. It takes a few years to build consistency, trust, communication, and individual growth. We don’t want any youth left behind, ignored, or put off to the side. So understand this so that no hurried expectations get in the way.
