Youth Ministries
Youth Ministries means more than Sabbath school every week. Our youth ministry provides support and encouragement for young people at what can be a most critical part of their Christian experience.
Creating an environment where young people are safe to share and explore their faith, ask questions and openly express their challenges is one of the main goals of this ministry.
Of course, it would not be youth ministry without social time and lots of fun. Check out the calendar for our next event.
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Angus T Jones VOP Testimony – SDA Conversion
Angus T Jones, the kid from Two-and-a-Half-Men TV sitcom — shares his testimony at VOP (Voice of Prophecy) about his conversion to Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church.
We have two links for you where you can view and / or watch Angus T Jones’ interview where he shares his life’s journey.
- Here is a link where you can watch the video of his special interview with Connie Vandeman Jeffery at “Turning Point” Program. Click here → SDA Conversion: Angus T Jones Interview with Connie Vandeman Jeffery
- In the article below find the link and click to listen the audio to his testimony during the VOP worship
ANGUS T. JONES TESTIMONY
"Half-Man" Speaks at Voice of Prophecy Listen now
Also Interviewed for New Telecast Watch now by clicking on frame below
Does the name Angus T. Jones mean anything to you? Unless you're a fan of the TV sitcom Two-and-a-Half Men, you may not recognize the name, but for the past 10 years Angus has been the "half-man" (that is boy) on the hit show alongside Charlie Sheen (now Ashton Kutcher) and John Cryer. So members of one Seventh-day Adventist Church in the Los Angeles area were surprised a few months ago when Angus began attending.
VOP Bible School worker Denise Johnson is a member there, and she and her husband have been helping Angus get to know Jesus better through Bible study and witnessing classes. At Denise's invitation Angus came to the Adventist Media Center and shared his testimony on October 8 (which, coincidentally, was his 19th birthday). Click here to listen to Angus speak at the Voice of Prophecy worship.
If you've seen the TV show he's a part of, you know that – in Angus' own words – the show doesn't want anything to do with God. But this young man hasn't followed the all-too-familiar downhill route of many Hollywood child stars. Instead he's looking up, and he sees his association with the show as an opportunity to share his faith with people who otherwise might never hear the name of Jesus used except in a negative way.
After speaking to our Media Center group, Angus joined VOP Associate Speaker Connie in the TV studio to tape a 30-minute interview as part of the new "Turning Point" telecast for Hope Channel that Connie is producing. The program will air early next year. You can view it now online.
Tyrese Gibson with Steve Harvey on TBN 
Collegiate Quarterly
CQ (Collegiate Quarterly) is a devotional Bible-study guide for young adults, ages 18–35, published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church®. The topics for each quarter are based on the same topics as the Adult Bible Study Guide published by the Church.
Each week’s lesson in CQ is written by seven different young adults from around the world. Even the illustrations are done by young adults. Some of the countries our writers live in are: Australia, Philippines, Jamaica, England, Kenya, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, U.S.A., Ghana, Grenada, Thailand, Sweden, and Bulgaria.
YOUTH ZONE
Interesting Youth Links
John 3:16 - Check out these TWO very cool animations on Jesus' Love!
Image - Take a gander at this cool magic eye image! It will blow you away!
Fellowship of Christian Athletes - Fellowship of Christian Athletes is devoted to reaching people for Christ on the high school and college level. Their web site offers several excellent resources, including their monthly magazine entitled Sharing the Victory.
WWJD (What Would Jesus Do?) - How would your life be different if, every day, you asked yourself the question, "What would Jesus do if He were in my place - at school, at work, in my family?" There's much more to it than just wearing a bracelet or a T-shirt. How does your relationship with Jesus really affect your life?
Youth for Christ - Youth for Christ exists to communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ to every young person.
The Goshen Online Study Library - The GOSHEN Online Study Library is designed to be a resource that facilitates in-depth study and exploration of God's Word and that fosters a desire to learn more about the Bible and how it applies to all of our lives. It currently includes these (and a bunch more):
Nave's Topical Bible
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Torrey's Topical Textbook
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Matthew Henry's Commentary
ChristianAnswers.Net - Are there answers to your questions about Christianity? Various respected Christian ministries join together to tackle tough questions about life and the Christian faith.
Four Spiritual Laws - A gospel summary from Campus Crusade for Christ.
Freak Music - Links to many great Christian bands
Youth Ezines & Community Sites
Leadership University - Leadership U. is a virtual university with a distinct focus: Jesus Christ. Enjoy our resource base of well-written, well-researched articles, essays and reviews. And find out how you can get involved on a local campus. This site really matches their own description. Lots of good essays and articles on issues all Christians face at one time or another. Definitely worth checking out.
Every Student's Choice - Real Life. This Every Student's Choice web site looks at what real life is all about. (especially college life!) Good articles on college life and the issues you'll face there. Some include drinking, comparative religions, black history, love, sex, dating & relationships.
Ignite Your Faith - provides honest answers to the tough questions teens ask, and encourages them to be fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ by living out their faith in every part of their daily life.
HELPFUL LINKS
Putting you in touch with like-minded ministries
The following links are an array of websites, movements, videos, etc. that could be useful resources for your ministry. If you have some great sites that we don’t know about just share with us—!
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2014 International Pathfinder Camporee
Looking for information about the 2014 International Camporee? Look no further!
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A Christian Counseling ministry specializing in sex and pornography addiction, sexual issues, pastoral counseling and counseling with y
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Adolescent Self-Injury Program
The Shield Program for Adolescent Self-Injury at Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center is designed to help your teen learn w
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Have questions bout adult eating disorders? Here are some answers.
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Adventist Christian Fellowship
Adventist Christian Fellowship North American Division [ACF/NAD] is the official umbrella organization for Adventist ministry on colleg
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5 Pivots or foundations called P.E.R.M.S. that will guide our focus. P.ER.M.S.
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Authentic: Where true, life-changing Christianity begins
If you are wondering how you can improve your relationship with Jesus, and bring it to a new level, then you've found an invaluabl
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Consider having your youth group attend a Bible Summit to learn basic skills for Bible study.
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Across the globe, today’s youth leaders are facing unprecedented challenges to guide their young people into a committed and meaningful
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Help make your church a safe place for youth and young adults.
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CLYP (Certified Lay Youth Pastor) training is a non-academic program for lay ministry volunteer certification.
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Look here for daily devotionals posted by the NAD Health Ministries Department.
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Willy Ramos is capturing the hearts of youth everywhere. They call him, "The Ghetto Preacher!" He is as real as they come.
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The enemy reported they already won. There's never been a place called heaven.
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High Road Enterprises (HRE) began as an auto shop program specializing in 4x4 vehicles at a high school in Bakersfield, CA.
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I am Second is a movement meant to inspire people of all kinds to live for God and for others. Actors. Athletes. Musicians.
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It is exciting to see many leaders, beyond youth ministry professionals, seeing the importance of mentoring new generations and beginni
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Insight's mission is to reach the full spectrum of Seventh-day Adventist teenagers with a magazine that helps them grow in a frien
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INVOLVE YOUTH energizes young people for service.
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Maranatha Volunteers International
Maranatha spreads the gospel throughout the world as it builds people through the construction of urgently needed buildings.
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Milton Coronado - Street Art Ministry
His name is Milton Coronado, also known as Milt-one, and Pr. Graff.
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Most Important Questions official website
Most Important Questions, or MIQ, is a 10-part television series that tackles the most challenging questions facing teens like you!
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fan: an enthusiastic admirer. In the Gospels, Jesus never seemed too interested in fans. Is that how you define your relationship wit
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Associate Director, Youth & Young Adult Ministries - Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America
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Here is your source for all things Pathfinder!
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Evangelism is the key focus of Quiet Hour Ministries.
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REACH Philadelphia is a young adult led urban church plant committed to serving God and our community.
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REACH Philadelphia is a young adult led urban church plant committed to serving God and our community.
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Restore a Child is a non-profit organization that serves children around the world by helping to provide for their basic needs.
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Securing Hope Ministry is a 501 (c)3 non-profit ministry dedicated to providing education that will result in the habitual practice of
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Young people today face many challenges.
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Learn the steps to starting a small group in your neighborhood.
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Join public school youth from all over the USA on the campus of Andrews University as they are inspired to “Standout” for Christ.
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Download E.G. White’s book Steps to Christ free!
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My wife and I operate a small-scale production company with 14+ years of combined professional video production experience in various g
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The Ultimate Workout is an annual, two-week mission trip for high school age teens.
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Want to plan a mission trip for your youth group, but not sure how to get started?
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YES - Youth Empowered to Service
Youth Empowered to Serve (YES!) is a ministry that engages and networks youth and young adults in Service Ministries (Ministries of Com
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Between 1.6 and 2.8 million youth run away in a year.
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A Li'l Bit was created by some youth workers that are all about authenticity and truth.
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In 1988, Dr.
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Bethany Hamilton - Overcoming Fear
Professional women's surfer Bethany Hamilton talks about how she conquers fear in her life. She should know.
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BibleGateway.com is an online searchable Bible in dozens of versions and languages.
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Music Video
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The California School Project recruits and trains university students to coach and mentor high school students to reach their campuses
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Calledtobefree.org is an online ministry that provides Christian resources to people worldwide.
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Center for Parent/Youth Understanding
Understanding culture to impact culture.
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Video
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Our world today is filled with many good and worthy causes, but the cause that consumed Jesus is the ultimate cause!
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Right here at your fingertips is a growing library of short, thought-provoking videos that delve into the most important questions we a
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Everyschool.com is dedicated to the millions of students, youth leaders and concerned adults who’s heart desire is to reach out to the
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The Get Game Smart program is designed to help families enjoy video games and online media in ways that are safer, healthier and more b
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Godtube.com is a video sharing platform offering online Christian videos with faith-based, family friendly content.
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I Don't Have Enough Faith To Be An Atheist
Check out this video of Frank Turek.
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JCTV is a Christian youth network designed for the 13-30 age group.
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Jesus Take the Wheel - Carrie Underwood
Music video from a top country artist.
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Music Video
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Take a few minutes to hear how recycled instruments bring hope and purpose to even the poorest people in Paraquay.
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Leeland “Follow You” with special guest Brandon Heath
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For the past thirteen years the Passion movement has sought to inspire university aged people around the world to live for what matters
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This website is in response to what God did in my life many years ago.
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Culture... What is culture? Jesus moved into the culture. Do we?
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ReachOut is an information and support service using evidence based principles and technology to help teens and young adults facing tou
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See You at the Pole™, the global day of student prayer, began in 1990 as a grass roots movement with ten students praying at their scho
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A poem I originally wrote for open mic at Pacific University.
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"Almost daily ideas, thoughts & insights for your youth ministry." This Issue: Trends that Might be Worthy of Your Time.
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Walk through E.G. White’s book Steps to Christ with Pastor Matthew Gamble. A chapter a day. This link will get you started.
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While bullying doesn’t cause suicide, a stressful environment and persistent, emotional victimization can increase a person’s risk of s
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Tough stories of kids getting through difficult situations and becoming stronger and better for it.
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Temporary Home - Carrie Underwood
A touching music video by a top country artist.
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Tenth Avenue North "You Are More"
Music Video
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Connor tells of how bullying pushed him to the edge of suicide. Listen to his story.
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Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus || Spoken Word
A poem I wrote to highlight the difference between Jesus and false religion.
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Our strategy for CBSM is three easy steps: Worship, Small Groups, and Ministry.
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Youth Worker - youth-ministry-resources-ideas/youth-ministry
The content you'll find in YouthWorker.com and YouthWorker Journal include practical youth ministry ideas and insights, discussion
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"Youth ministry, full circle." What does that mean? It's ym360's way of meeting the needs of youth workers.
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AWARE, Inc.
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CYC is a movement of a generation.
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FamilyFirstAid.org offers help for parents with a struggling teen or troubled teen that needs help in school or home.
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We exist to provide the equipment, encouragement, and expertise you need to bring Christ to your school.
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National Association for Research and Therapy for Homosexuals
We respect the right of all individuals to choose their own destiny.
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Daily resources and solutions to help you and your family thrive in your pursuit of purity and integrity.
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Teen Challenge is the oldest, largest and most successful program of its kind in the world, and was founded over 50 years ago by Revere
Training
Training is one of the most overlooked needs in mobilizing people for service in the church. Check out these opportunities for leadership training.
Leadership Webinars 2014
Friend to Friend Leaders Kit
Connections Training Kit
SafetyZone
Faith In Context - Monte Sahlin
Center for Youth Evangelism
Church of Refuge
NAD Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Mission Lifeguard