Volunteer Training
Every other month we’ll gather our youth and children’s work volunteers to encourage, inspire and equip them for serving in the various youth programmes we offer. Using YouthScape’s ‘ESSENTIALS’ Training programme we’ll take time to hear insights into youth culture, learn practical skills for youth ministry and reflect on key areas of christian character essential to this work.
Mark will be leading this volunteer’s training up in the Wesley Trust buildings, from 7:30-9pm, every 3rd Wednesday on alternate months between September’23 and March’25.
Outlined below is an overview of the session topics:
Session 1 - Wed 20th Sept 2023
Cultural insight - Why youth ministry.
Practical skill - Building rapport with young people.
Character development - Loving.
Session 2 - Wed 18th Oct 2023
Cultural insight - Adolescent development.
Practical skill - Engaging young people with the Bible.
Character development - Humble.
Session 3 - Wed 22nd Nov 2023
Cultural insight - Growing up Digital.
Practical skill - Safeguarding and safety.
Character development - Open.
Session 4 - Wed 17th Jan 2024
Cultural insight - Growing up Gen Z.
Practical skill - Empowering young people to participate.
Character development - Disciplined.
Session 5 - Wed 20th March 2024
Cultural insight - Family life.
Practical skill - Working with others as a team.
Character development - Forgiving.
Session 6 - Wed 15th May 2024
Cultural insight - Christian discipleship.
Practical skill - Facilitating a session with young people.
Character development - Authentic.
Session 7 - Wed 18th September 2024
Cultural insight - Gender and sexuality.
Practical skill - Accommodating young people’s different needs.
Character development - Committed.
Session 8 - Wed 20th November 2024
Cultural insight - School life.
Practical skill - Managing behaviour.
Character development - Faith-filled.
Session 9 - Wed 15th Jan 2025
Cultural insight - Emotional and physical health.
Practical skill - Telling stories that capture interest.
Character development - Hopeful.
Session 10 - Wed 19th March 2025
Cultural insight - Mission and exploring faith.
Practical skill - Knowing you are making a difference.
Character development - Courageous.
If you have any questions or queries or for more information, please speak to Mark Hand.