All NexGen Pro articles – Page 68
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IssuesMark my words: What’s the point of small groups?
Years ago, I was hosting a youth ministry conversation at an event in England, with a panel of leading voices in British youth ministry. I described a handful of different approaches to youth ministry and asked the panel to respond. I remember very clearly Pete Ward, a godfather of British youth ministry, sighing and saying: “There are really only two kinds of youth ministry: inside-out youth ministries and outside-in youth ministries.” He meant simply that there were those more interested in discipleship and those more passionate about evangelism.
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Schools’ Work: Support staff
Dream: think strategically and with vision about our work in schools.
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BlogThe joy of sacrificial service
Sometimes it can be a struggle to find volunteers willing to commit to youth and children's work. Sean Nolan shares the importance of self-sacrifice within youth and children's ministry.
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IssuesAbraham: Session 3
Meeting aim: To discover that God makes and keeps promises with his people.
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BlogCraft: Abraham
Use these craft ideas alongside session three of our new curriculum, or any time you’d like to explore the story of Abraham. We have used Abraham here, rather than Abram, to avoid confusion in children’s minds about who it is we’re discussing.
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IssuesThe Axis of Good and Evil: Sermon illustrations
This month, we look at sermon illustrations. So, analogies in the top right will be worth stealing those in the bottom left, less so.
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BlogParable: Back of the bus
It was the end of term and for all the students’ hard work, the school had decided to run a trip to the local theme park. Everyone was going; well, almost everyone.
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IssuesCreation is the story of God’s love
Meeting aim: To begin to understand that God made us and loves us
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IssuesGames: Inclusive Games
We all work with a range of children and young people with different abilities and needs. It is therefore hugely important to get to know your group to tailor sessions to their needs - this means playing games where all can feel included and valued. The following guidelines should apply to games for children and young people across a spectrum of abilities:
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IssuesJustice: Immigration
What are children and young people talking about? This young generation will change the world. They’re savvy creators, globally connected with the tools they need. We need a generation with a passion for Jesus and a heart for their global neighbours. Our job as children’s and youth leaders is more important than ever
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