Jesus Loves Volunteer Email 4 | Grow Youth & Kids Ministry Curriculum

As we finish up this series, we’d love to hear how it went for you and the students you’re connected with. Let us know what you think!

Here’s a few things coming up in our ministry . . .

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: PARENT EVENTS
In the next couple of months, we’re hosting two events for teenagers and the parents (or parent figures) who love them. We’d love to see you there!

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: VOLUNTEER MEETING(S)
It’s almost time for our final meeting of the year! We hope to see you there as we learn about [add your own topic(s)] together.

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: SUMMER CAMP
This summer, we’re planning an incredible camp experience for students! If you’d like to join us, make sure you’re registered before the deadline.

JESUS LOVES: A 4-WEEK SERIES ON JESUS
WEEK 4 BIG IDEA: JESUS LOVED SINNERS

SERIES OVERVIEW:
“Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so.” If you grew up going to church, it’s probably the first song about Jesus you can remember singing. “Jesus loves me” may seem like a pretty straightforward and foundational belief, but let’s be honest . . . singing about Jesus’ love is a lot easier than actually imitating it. In this 4-week series, you’ll challenge students to observe, imitate, and be transformed by the radical love of Jesus for all people, but specifically His love for children, for the poor, for the stranger, and for the sinner.

DOWNLOAD THIS WEEK’S SMALL GROUP GUIDE

How do you lead a teenager who is all-in with Jesus as well as a teenager who doesn’t yet know Jesus? The secret lies in our role as mentors. Here are some practical thoughts by Amy Williams, a youth worker from Chicago, about how to influence teenagers at any stage of their faith journeys.

At least once this month, choose a volunteer to celebrate. Add their picture and a few sentences about what makes them awesome!

We want to hear from you! What’s the best part about volunteering with teenagers? Reply to this email and let us know. [Think of ways you can use these responses in your next recruitment campaign.]