YOUTH/YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY TRACK – Hybrid Program

Ministering to youth and young adults (ages 11–25) is a powerful opportunity to shape the next generation. It requires spiritual depth, patience, and the ability to lead through real-life challenges.

This track develops spiritually grounded leaders with practical youth ministry skills. Students will work alongside experienced leaders to learn how to navigate conflict, coach individuals and groups, engage families, and build meaningful relationships.

More than leadership development, this is about legacy and multiplication. Each student will be empowered to grow deeper in their relationship with God, step confidently into their calling, and multiply their impact on the “now” generation. With passion and intentionality, they will be equipped to inspire youth and young adults to pursue God wholeheartedly and carry a genuine fire for revival.

The Youth Ministry Track is a hybrid track with the Pastoral Ministry Track. Students will work with both the Pastoral and Youth leadership throughout the year.

Youth/Young Adult Ministry Objectives

By the end of this track, students will be able to:

  • Build healthy relationships with youth and their families.
  • Understand and apply youth ministry policies and procedures.
  • Respond wisely to sensitive situations such as suicide, self-harm, and abuse.
  • Plan a full ministry calendar that creates a balanced spiritual rhythm for youth.
  • Partner with Dream Team Leaders to connect youth with weekend teams.
  • Collaborate with schools and counselors to better support students.
  • Use media and outreach to reach youth in fresh, relevant ways.
  • Plan and promote impactful events, including Summer Camp.
  • Grow in message preparation and effective communication.
  • Develop a stronger ability to hear the Holy Spirit and apply it in ministry.
  • Work alongside leaders serving middle school through college-age groups.

These objectives are designed to help students lead with both confidence and care, while making a lasting impact in the lives of young people.

Youth/Young Adult Ministry Requirements

Prerequisites:

  • At least one year of serving in a ministry capacity
  • Passion for youth and young adults
  • Willingness and ability to learn ministry groundwork
  • Ability to submit to authority and be a servant
  • Pass a background check

Required Texts and Materials:

  • Lead Like It Matters by Craig Groeschel
  • The Moral Revolution by Kris Vallotton
  • The Journey Out by Ken Williams
  • Leading on Empty: Refilling Your Tank and Renewing Your Passion by Wayne Cordeiro
  • Gay Awareness: Discovering the Heart of the Father and the Mind of Christ on Sexuality by Landon Schott
  • A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage by Tim Elmore
  • You Are Called by John Bevere 
  • In Search of Timothy by Tony Cooke

Weekly Schedule: (17.5 hours plus additional shadowing and homework hours)

Days and Times:

Tuesdays 4:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., (General Assemblies from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. as assigned)
Saturdays 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sundays service times will be assigned throughout the year