As we continue to document how youth workers across the United States are navigating the COVID19 threat that has restricted many of us to our own homes, we are learning that ministry leaders are adapting quickly and leveraging new opportunites for ministry. This week we are joined by special guest, Jon Christensen who serves as the Senior Director of National Ministries for Youth For Christ, USA. In this episode, Jon shares a broader perspective regarding youth ministry across the country as well as some encouraging outcomes despite the major disruption to life as we knew it.

IN THIS EPISODE

• 00:00... Intro
• 00:46... Joined by special guest, Jon Christensen
• 02:00... Episode overview
• 03:13... The 10,000 foot view
  • 03:20... First reactions
  • 07:10... Strategizing as a national ministry team
• 10:59... A closer look to some specific stories
  • 11:36... New opportunities and innovative ministry
  • 13:12... Stories we all need to hear
  • 16:53... Living in the "now," strategizing for the future
• 20:34... Caring for yourself during a trying time in ministry
• 22:52... Some helpful resources (see links below)
• 25:56... Final thoughts

RESOURCES

• Youth For Christ Resources
• Stuff You Can Use: A Youth Ministry Community (Private Facebook Group, request to join)
• Download Youth Ministry
• Follow us on Facebook

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