• Increasing and creating  enthusiasm and volunteer participation.

• Long-term direction and continuity in ministry.

• A working tool to help evaluate the ministry's progress

• A working tool to help evaluate the ministry's progress.

• Church members and staff who know and understand their role in ministry.

We are working in our church in developing a solid plan and strengthening our youth ministry - a ministry that leads young people to follow Jesus Christ.

We have found that two foundational elements are necessary, yet often missed, to strengthen or create a successful youth ministry programmes.  The first is a unified vision and plan for the youth ministry.  This plan becomes a tool to judge as to whether potential staff "fit" with the vision of the church for youth ministry.  The second element is committed volunteers to make that plan a reality!  A sure-fire way to burn out a youth minister is to expect them to be all and do all.  Successful ministries have a team of people committed to hands-on involvement.