Josh Griffin (Saddleback/Simply Youth Ministry Guy) had a post today about Junior High leaders sticking with kids into High School. I'm pumped to see this concept tossed around. At Watermark, we've basically "bet the farm" on the idea that ministry happens best in the context of relationships. We aim to keep the same leaders, with the same kids, in the same small groups from 6th through 12th grade. Obviously kids come and go but the relational focus is the centerpiece of our strategy. It has been such a joy to watch the life change that occurs as kids are discipled over a period of 7 years! I only wish more student ministries would start doing the same thing.
1 Thessalonians 2:8
Having so fond an affection for you, we were well-pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us.
I encourage you to go read his post and also check out the discussion in the comments.
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