The document outlines the framework for managing children's and youth ministry, focusing on the vision, values, and personal growth needed for effective ministry. It includes strategies for setting aims and objectives, understanding the needs of children and young people, and planning activities that promote faith development and inclusivity. Additionally, it provides resources and addresses key themes such as identity, relationships, and safeguarding practices.

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
1. 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.
2. Represent the children’s needs to the larger church family - enabling them to speak into decision-
making processes and at PCC meetings.
3. Serve the local school in running weekly after-school club and termly assemblies, inviting them to
other groups.
4. 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
5. 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

20. Module Three:
Managing the Ministry