Why?

LACC Youth Service

Why Not?

Teenage Christianity

According to a poll by the Barna Group, teenagers rank as the most spiritually active demographic in America. They are hungry for truth during these formidable years.

Teenagers are more likely than their parents to attend church, but less likely to pray or read their Bibles.

One third of teens said their biggest reason for attending church is spending time with friends.

When asked, only 45% of church-going teens said that making a spiritual connection with God at church was very important to them.

A majority (3 to 1) of teenagers prefer churches with teachings relevant to their daily lives rather than those that teach the background of their faith.

Who is truly ministering to the youth at our church?

http://www.ministertoyouth.com

Why Not?

The College Years

60% of twenty-somethings say that they were involved in church as a teenager but no longer are.

Only 20% of kids maintain the same level of spiritual activity during their twenties that they did during their teenage years.

It is most often not until they have kids that twenty-somethings return to church – driven by an interest in providing spiritual guidance to their children. (The Cycle)

Most young adults’ spiritual activity occurs outside of a church body.

People in their twenties are less likely to feel committed to a congregation.

Despite these numbers, a whopping 78% of young adults claim to be Christians.

http://www.ministertoyouth.com

It's important… We don't need the latest

surveys or statistics to show us that the world is different today than it was 5 or 10 years ago.

Our Youth are growing up faster but are less equipped to deal with those life changes.

They're both saturated by, and vulnerable to, culture.

More and more of their parents are divorcing.

They live in a post-9/11 world that has chipped away at their sense of security.

Youth Ministry/Service

Our Mission and Vision are very simple.

Vision: is for all youth to have a firm relationship with Christ.

Mission: is to do all we can to educate and nurture them on the path to a strong relationship with Christ.

The Vision & Mission

The Goal Determine a day during the week when we have the

most participation and maximize the time spent with the youth.

This will include: Christian Education, Prayer & Devotions, Choir Practice, & Dance Practice if applicable.

The Solution Create a LACC Youth Church/Service that will take

place during regular worship service located on the lower level of the Church. During this time the youth will be exposed to scripture, prayer, devotion, hot topics, practice, and other various activities is relatable to them and directly connected to Christ.

There is no time for fooling around…Real Church is happening.

The Plan

Committee Members Vernie Bolden - Will provide direction regarding

scripture and youth service. Rob Sparrow - Will provide direction regarding the

music ministry and songs during this time. Delania Lee - Will provide direction regarding the YPD

ministry and dance during this time. Harold Thomas - Will provide support to all areas and

will assist in working with community partners and guest speakers to join the youth service.

Peggy Fleming – Will provide support by leading the Youth Ushers and supporting all activities that take place during this time.

Pastor Lee – All decisions made that will impact our youth are communicated and discussed with Pastor Lee.

Parents – All decisions made will be communicated to the parents.

Youth – All youth will organize and assist in the planning of each service. They are the leaders.

The Plan

Youth will participate in the morning praise

and worship. Affirmation of Faith Announcements

After announcements: All youth will report downstairs to

continue their service designed especially for them.

Prayer/Praise Report/Prayer Request/Devotions

Offering Youth Service Practice Other Activities Communion

*Youth will continue to participate on the Sundays they usher and minster through dance and miming.

The PlanOrder of Service

Youth Service - Each Sunday

5th Sunday – Youth Service will take place as normal.

1st & 3rd Sunday – Junior Ushers will serve the congregation.

The PlanFrequency

Straight from the youth’s mouth…

Sex Drugs/Alcohol Peer Pressure How do you know the bible is true? Music Personal Appearance Body Modifications and others…

*The above list were topics given by our youth. These are topics they struggle with and would like to know how scripture and bible stories help to support their struggle.

The PlanTopics

The Future

A year from now…

Increase the number of youth participating in church activities.

Increase the number of youth that accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

Increase the number of youth in the community that are open about their relationship with Christ.

Opportunities are endless!

The Future

It will not be easy…

We are willing to try and make a difference in the lives of LACC’s youth.

A few things to consider

Always have your child’s best interest at heart. Ultimately, its your decision.

This is an optional opportunity for the youth.

This is not only about your child. There are so many youth that can be impacted by a youth program.

We have an opportunity to save more than ever before.

If your child is not talking to you about tough topics that impacts their walk, who are they talking to?

What are the other options for giving the youth what they need and an outlet to express themselves in Christ?

If not now, than When?

Questions Thank you…Youth Praise Committee