YOUTH MINISTRY IN ACTION GROWING TEEN DISCIPLES BY: FRANK MERCADANTE
DISCIPLE MAKING YOUTH MINSTRY A disciple of Christ is a committed follower of the person, teachings, values, and lifestyle of Jesus. “Learner” goes beyond theory and book knowledge. Practitioner in the kingdom of God.
Discipleship is… A process. Philippians 3:12-15. Lived in the context of community. Lumen Gentium 7 (CCC 788) Lived while in relationship with Christ. Lived in every aspect of life. Fruit-bearing. John 15: 5-8. Galatians 5:22-23.
Stages of Displeship Sowing of the Seed. Nurturing for growth. Colossians 2:7. Fruitfulness phase. Programming Based on the Discipleship Process. P. 23
DISCIPLES MAKE DISCIPLES Who should my team be like? People of contagious Faith. Christian Integrity. Mathew 18, 7. A servant’s heart. Begin where your parish is… p. 39.
Choosing the right leaders… Be a Christian that prays. A person that is available (approachable), authentic and has a healthy love for teens. Can communicate with youth. Wants to grow. Has a Sense of Calling. Is Enthusiastic.