Aurora 13 May 2024 - Programme planning.pptx

By Mike North

1. Module Three : Managing the Ministry

2. FOUNDATION What is children’s / youth ministry? Vision (WHY) and values, culture, self-reflection, skills and qualities, personal growth The Aurora Children and Youth Ministry House Simon Sinek - The Golden Circle

3. FOUNDATION What is children’s / youth ministry? Vision (WHY) and values, culture, self-reflection, skills and qualities, personal growth The Aurora Children and Youth Ministry House

4. MISSION ACTION PLANNING Where are we? What are the children’s and young people’s needs? What do we want to see? What do the children or young people want to see? Other stakeholders? AIM AND OBJECTIVES FOUNDATION What is children’s / youth ministry? Vision (WHY) and values, culture, self-reflection, skills and qualities, personal growth The Aurora Children and Youth Ministry House

5. Aim – General, long term, dream, aspiration – bringing your understanding of everything we have looked at so far into an aim. Objective – specific, tactics (SMART) - to achieve what? • Specific – be precise about what you are going to do • Measurable – you will know when you have reached your goal • Achievable – don’t attempt too much. A less ambitious but completed objective is better than an over-ambitious one that you cannot possibly achieve. • Relevant – does it fit with everything else? Does it make sense? Does it connect with others’ ideas? • Time constrained – determine when each stage needs to be completed. Is there time in your schedule to allow for unexpected delays? Aim describe what you want to achieve. Objectives describe how you are going to achieve that aim. Vision, strategy and programme planning

6. "It is our goal to be earth’s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

7. “To make the best products on earth, and to leave the world better than we found it.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

8. “Provide a global trading platform where practically anyone can trade practically anything.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

9. “Our mission is to give people the power to share and make the world more open and connected.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

10. “Our brand mission is to be our customers’ favourite place and way to eat and drink.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

11. “to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible” Vision, strategy and programme planning

12. “To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world. If you have a body, you are an athlete.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

13. “To give everyone the power to create and share ideas and information instantly, without barriers.” Vision, strategy and programme planning

14. Aim That all children may have an encounter with Jesus and have a chance to respond in meaningful ways Objectives Run weekly group consisting of: time for play, fun, activities, exploring Bible stories, building relationships, listening to children, encouragement, listening to God, worship… Review every 6 months. Represent the children’s needs to the larger church family - enabling them to speak into decision-making processes and at PCC meetings. Serve the local school in running weekly after-school club and termly assemblies, inviting them to other groups. Put in place suitable policies (health and safety, equal opportunities, risk assessments) and safeguarding procedures and ensure team are recruited and trained in all areas Actively explore discipleship and faith with children through conversation and prayer. Vision, strategy and programme planning

15. AIM AND OBJECTIVES MISSION ACTION PLANNING Where are we? What are the children’s and young people’s needs? What do we want to see? What do the children or young people want to see? Other stakeholders? The Aurora Children and Youth Ministry House Different approaches Resources Programme FOUNDATION What is children’s / youth ministry? Vision (WHY) and values, culture, self-reflection, skills and qualities, personal growth

16. Important themes to include: Identity Baptism Confirmation Internet safety Sex and relationships Families & Parents Acceptance / forgiveness School Alcohol & Drugs Future Youth Alpha? Important themes to include: Love Friendships Relationships Internet safety Families & Parents Stories (Bible and other) Forgiveness School Identity Future Godly Play? YOUTH CHILDREN

17. Start planning a 1.5 hour session for your children’s or youth group Have reasons for the activities you chose Think about Your aims and objectives Balance of activities (spiritual styles) Needs of the children / young people Context / culture Faith development Your team Relationships Pioneering ministry / fresh expressions Inclusivity Your role Informal / formal education / additional needs Vision, strategy and programme planning

18. Some youth resources available… Scripture Union – Light free resources : https://content.scriptureunion.org.uk/light-free-resources YFC - https://churchresources.yfc.co.uk ( Go (7-11s), Rock Solid (evangelism for 11-18s) and Lumen (discipleship for 11-18s ) Youth Group Resources : http://fervr.net/youth-group/resources Youthscape resources: https://www.youthscape.co.uk/store/themes/youth-work-resources Christian Youth Work Resources for Church, Schools, and Residentials : www.youthworkresource.com/youth-work/ready-to-use-session-plans Share good resources in the group… Vision, strategy and programme planning

19. Some children’s resources available… Scripture Union – Light free resources: https://content.scriptureunion.org.uk/light-free-resources Roots: https://www.rootsontheweb.com Mustard Seeds: https://www.mustard-seeds.net Church Leaders: https://churchleaders.com/category/children/free-resources-childrens-ministry Power Pack: https://www.powerpackministries.co.uk/shop Energize (Urban Saints): https://www.energize.uk.net/syllabus BRF resources : https://www.brf.org.uk/resources/ Share good resources in the group… Vision, strategy and programme planning

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