District Youth Opportunities

"Do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." - Matthew 19:14

All across the Miami Valley District a churches are mobilizing to insure a God-filled future.  Leaders are taking the initiative to trust God and THRIVING.   Ministry to our children and youth is a critical foundation.  Did you know that well over 90% of all who make a faith commitment in their life, do so well before they turn 18 years of age?  Yet, children and youth ministry is often one of the most under-funded and over-looked ministries.  When churches are in crisis so many other things always take precedence.  We, however, can't afford not to give some of our prime attention to it.  So, if you are looking for...
 
·         A jump start in youth and children's ministry,
·         Resources to help you get started,
·         Or a strategy that will help empower and engage youth and youth leaders
 
... to be all that they can become for Christ, Mike Nygren, currently the director of the Idea Factory in Troy and former West Ohio Youth Ministry Consultant, is willing to journey with you and your team in this process.   Mike began in youth ministry in 1971 in a small United Methodist Church in Maryland where he and his wife were the 'totally ill-equipped volunteer leaders' yet passionate to make youth ministry happen within the church.  A nearly life-long ministry friend, he has helped me tremendously over the years and can, I believe, as well help you.