Course Description

This resource-rich course will focus on how to create and sustain a thriving and engaging youth ministry program. Whether the program is onsite, online, or a combination of both, learners will gain insights into the tools and components needed to build a program, develop effective leaders, and honor the learning and developmental needs of all.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

·      Create a plan of action to implement effective policies and procedures

·      Evaluate current sacred safety policies and bring them into alignment with recommended practices

·      Build a team of engaged YFM volunteers

·      Develop a YFM Program implementation strategy

Required Texts

·      Youth & Family Ministry Guide, Unity Worldwide Ministries https://www.unityuwm.org/sites/unityuwm/files/YFM%20Guide.pdf

·      Teen Ministry Manual, Unity Worldwide Ministries

https://www.unityuwm.org/sites/unityuwm/files/Teen%20Ministry%20Manual_May2016.pdf

Live Collaborate Class Sessions

All times Central Time (CT) Zone

March/April 2025

1.     Wednesday, March 26 – 4:00 to 5:00 pm

2.     Wednesday, April 2 – 4:00 to 5:00 pm

3.     Wednesday, April 9 – 4:00 to 5:00 pm