Grow 2024

Youth and Children's Ministry Training 

 

'Identity'

Saturday 3rd of August 2024

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Al James
Al has been involved in youth and children’s ministry in a variety of roles and contexts over the last two decades, working in multicultural contexts and in more and less resourced churches. He currently serves as a Youth Ministry Advisor on the Youthworks Ministry Support Team and loves thinking about helping young people thrive in faith in the contexts they find themselves in today.

Choose from one of our inspiring electives. Please note, some electives have a limited number of seats available due to room restrictions. Register early so you don’t miss out!

Helping Young People Stick with Jesus

CHILD/YOUTH FOCUS

Al James

(Youth Works)

The data shows that too many young people are dropping out of church and faith. So how do we help them stick with Jesus?
Al will take a look at some of the causes and suggest strategies for discipling young people that, under God, help them stick with Jesus for the long haul.

Families on Mission

FAMILIES FOCUS

Designed to inspire and challenge families (households) to look inward to disciple & nurture one another. And then look outwards to be ‘on mission’ right where we are – in our neighbourhoods, workplaces, schools, sporting fields and wherever we find ourselves.

LIBBY HORTON

(Max7.org/All Ages Church Coordinator)

Strategies for supporting young people with disability

CHILD/YOUTH FOCUS

Bec Baines

(Youthworks)

This elective will share key points of disability as well as a Biblical approach before thinking through ways to cater for these needs in your ministry. These include proactive strategies to prepare your ministry, as well as reactive strategies for when things aren’t going according to plan. This session will also cover neurodiversity, which is an area we often feel the most need for support.

Running a Small Group

CHILD/YOUTH FOCUS

Leading a small group of young people in a discussion presents an amazing opportunity to impact a new generation – but it can feel daunting…

We will spend some time looking at what helps and what hinders a group as you work to create a safe space where youth and children are encouraged to ask their big questions.

Amy Clausen

(SU Australia)

Creative Ways to Engage Children with the Bible

CHILD/YOUTH FOCUS

Adam Jolliffe

(Youthworks)

Adam will show you lots of tried and tested winning and creative ways to engage children from preschool to teenagers with the Bible.  Even though this is a serious business, this seminar will not be quiet nor boring!  You will walk away inspired with things that you want to try.  

The Heart of the LeadeR

LEADER FOCUS

How do you lead well when you’re tired, discouraged, feeling flat or have other things going on in life? How can you stay resilient in ministry? Come and learn how to persevere in your ministry role, and not just persevere, but thrive under all circumstances!

Steve Carlisle

(Year 13)