https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:40:29 +0000 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/how-do-your-profession-faith-and-new-member-classes-work How does your church do your profession of faith classes? What about new member classes? Do you write your own catechism materials and curriculum? Do you use Faith Alive resources? How have you adapted your resources to be relevant to your specific context? Thanks in advance for your insight! Network Moderation https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/how-do-your-profession-faith-and-new-member-classes-work Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-and-mental-health A large number of young people suffer from mental illness. As such, it's paramount that to take the time and space to address these issues in the context of youth ministry.  Sarah Gibes https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-and-mental-health Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-pastors-ditch-gross-out-games-and-help-student-ministry A recent Christianity Today article highlighted something I've been pondering for a while. Namely, that what we have been doing progmatically in youth ministry may not be producing the desired results when it comes to lifelong faith formation. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-pastors-ditch-gross-out-games-and-help-student-ministry Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/all-ontario-youth-convention-2023 In conversations with youth, parents, and leaders over the past few years, we know that so many teens are asking questions about what really matters. How is faith still relevant in a world where so much is rapidly changing? Does Christian community mean anything? Natasha Moes https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/all-ontario-youth-convention-2023 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 01:36:49 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-bible-study-resources Our church uses the RightNow Media streaming video tool for most of its small group Bible study material. Accordingly, I am wondering if anyone can recommend any youth Bible study resources from RNM that they have found helpful for youth Bible study.  Thank you, Pastor Leon https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-bible-study-resources Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:03:20 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/devotionals-teens I have a friend who is looking for a good devotional for teenagers. Any recommendations?  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/devotionals-teens Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:42:43 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-ideas-or-resources-during-covid Hello, I am a member of River Park CRC in Calgary, Alberta (Canada). During COVID we have been unable to have our regular Youth activities and have not been effective in reaching out to our Youth. I am wondering if you can point me to "COVID-friendly" ideas or resources for Youth Ministry. Mike Brennan https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-ideas-or-resources-during-covid Mon, 21 Dec 2020 19:07:09 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-becomes-thereforego-ministries Youth Unlimited wants to share some exciting news with you! As of Tuesday, September 1, 2020, Youth Unlimited has officially changed its name to ThereforeGo Ministries. Thereforego Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-becomes-thereforego-ministries Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:06:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/keeping-children-safe-virtual This post was written by Guy Russ, assistant vice president Risk Control, Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. Guy Russ https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/keeping-children-safe-virtual Mon, 06 Jul 2020 15:31:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-servehome-outreach-program Every spring season, Youth Unlimited is preparing to mobilize thousands of teens and volunteers to participate in SERVE—weeklong mission trips across the United States and Canada. ThereforeGo Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-servehome-outreach-program Tue, 12 May 2020 17:15:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/coronavirus-challenge-and-photo-scavenger-hunt-youth The attached "Coronavirus Challenge" and Photo Scavenger Hunt were shared by a youth group leader as an idea to keep the youth of your church engaged and having fun. She has given everyone permission to share so please feel free to use and adapt!  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/coronavirus-challenge-and-photo-scavenger-hunt-youth Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:44:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/covid-19-and-youth-ministry I've found some really great online resources to share with families looking to pursue faith formation at home. Now I'm looking for online resources to share with our Youth. How are you connecting with Youth over the next few weeks? What kinds of resources are you using to support Melissa Deelstra https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/covid-19-and-youth-ministry Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:38:12 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-celebrates-100-years-ministry "Throughout the past 100 years, God has been incredibly faithful, allowing the ministry that began as the American Federation of Reformed Young Men's Societies to transform through the decades into what is today known as Youth Unlimited. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-celebrates-100-years-ministry Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:53:31 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-maintenance-now-right-time Every six weeks I go to my chiropractor for an adjustment. But it wasn’t that long ago that I never went and on one wonky Thursday evening, I made a ridiculous decision that messed up my core for an extended period of time. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-maintenance-now-right-time Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:11:38 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/steve-and-every-kid On the surface, November 2 seemed to be another ordinary night of ministry. My team was excited and nervous for the high schoolers that would soon bombard the Parson’s basement. But we were prepared for anything—or so we thought. Chris Curia https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/steve-and-every-kid Wed, 17 Apr 2019 16:44:24 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/1000000-or-name An RCA colleague of mine and I were just in Pasadena California attending a symposium hosted by the Fuller Youth Institute looking at the future of the church. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/1000000-or-name Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:26:25 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/why-serve I participated in SERVE as a worksite supervisor for the three years my church hosted SERVE, and I can tell you that there are many good reasons to participate in SERVE. ThereforeGo Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/why-serve Thu, 19 Jul 2018 15:00:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/why-use-youth-unlimited Life Changing – the single most important thing that can happen in a student’s life is that they form a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ and commit to living for him. ThereforeGo Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/why-use-youth-unlimited Tue, 17 Jul 2018 20:04:45 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/top-5-youth-ministry-talks Significant research had been done over the years following the trends of Youth as they leave high school and move on to some form of post-secondary education or perhaps decide to take a gap year. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/top-5-youth-ministry-talks Tue, 10 Apr 2018 19:34:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-service-and-worship-week-southern-california There are still openings for a few youth groups who may want to plug in to an exciting and Spirit-filled week at Rosewood CRC in Bellflower, CA! Bonny Mulder-Behnia https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-service-and-worship-week-southern-california Thu, 15 Mar 2018 15:26:13 +0000