“My
thesis is that if you want your life to count for God’s
kingdom, there are many viable ways to use your gifts, talents
and resources. However, if you want to have the greatest possible
impact (i.e., to achieve a lasting legacy of spiritual dividends),
then consider employing those resources in ministry to young
people.”
-George
Barna
“Transforming
Children into Spiritual Champions Why Children should be your
Church’s #1 Priority”.
What
we believe about children:
- The
Lord actually calls adults to have the heart of a child. Matthew
18: 3-4
- Children
can understand the truth of the gospel and respond to Jesus
with a lifelong commitment of faith.
- Christ
calls children to follow Him, to grow in Him, and to serve
Him.
- The
Lord calls us to make a commitment to serving the Lord through
teaching children. It is OUR job to train them. Proverbs
22:6 and Ephesians 6:4
What
we believe about ministry:
- Working
and teaching children is one of the most rewarding and important
jobs that one person can have.
- Both
the Lord and our children deserve the best work that we give—our
teachers are prepared with suitable lessons, and happy hearts! I
Corinthians 10:31
- Change
and transition are a positive of a healthy ministry. They show
improvement, excellence, and obedience to God.
- Prayer
is essential and must saturate every aspect of our ministry. Ephesians
6:18
What
we believe about ministry to children:
- God
has appointed parents as the primary religious instructors
of their children and the church’s role is to assist
the parent in their task. Proverbs 22:6
- Life
change happens in the context of relationships with adults
who are positive role models.
- Ministry
should be creative, innovative, and in touch with the children
and families of our community.
- Children
deserve a safe, positive, nurturing, and age appropriate learning
environment that is free from fear, prejudices, and pressure
to grow-up. Mark 9:37
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