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Board of Youth Ministry
The basic objectives of this Board are to involve the young people of the congregation in the work of Christ, assist in their spiritual growth and nurture, and to promote genuine Christian fellowship for the young people of the congregation. This board shall consist of the elected chairman of the Board and at least three members appointed by him. The term of office shall be for three years with no limit on re-election.
That the objectives of this Board may be carried out, the Board, either corporately or through specifically designated individuals, shall:
The basic objectives of this Board are to involve the young people of the congregation in the work of Christ, assist in their spiritual growth and nurture, and to promote genuine Christian fellowship for the young people of the congregation. This board shall consist of the elected chairman of the Board and at least three members appointed by him. The term of office shall be for three years with no limit on re-election.
That the objectives of this Board may be carried out, the Board, either corporately or through specifically designated individuals, shall:
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Promote attendance and involvement of the congregation’s youth at all youth activities;
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Provide for the continuing spiritual growth of the young people of the congregation through Bible study, prayer, and Christian service; cooperate with the Board of Parish Education in planning and promoting meaningful and appealing classes and discussion for this purpose.;
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Plan and carry out, together with other concerned Boards, a year-round program for the young people of the congregation including social fellowship, recreation, stewardship, evangelism, educational programs, etc.;
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Plan a special event to welcome the newly confirmed young people of the congregation and to invite them to join the young people’s groups;
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Provide opportunities for involvement as servants in the life of the community such as civic, school, cultural, humanitarian, recreational, and social groups;
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Provide counseling for the spiritual, moral, social, and vocational development of young people;
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Together with the Board of Parish Education, encourage young people for full-time service in the church as pastors, teachers, and the like;
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For administrative purposes and program development supervise the work of all youth and young adult groups in the congregation;
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Call the congregation’s attention to the needs and achievements of our young people;
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Integrate and engage the youth in the total life and work of the congregation;
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Direct and supervise the youth group within the congregation when using its facilities;
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Enlist and provide for the training of leaders for congregational youth organizations;
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Keep informed and promote use of resources for youth ministry
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Seek ways of promoting communication and understanding between adults and youth of the congregation;
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Keep in touch with youth in college and in military service;
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Cooperate with the circuit youth council and the district youth committee to give youth of the congregation an opportunity for wider Christian service and involvement;
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Submit at the time and in the form required, an annual budget as requested by the Board of Stewardship.