The world around us is changing and youth group is too. We’re so excited about all the new expressions and ways that students are connecting with and gathering at church. We have events, resources and more for your group to thrive.
God is on the move. Across Greater New Jersey the Holy Spirit is working through dedicated youth leaders to bring students to Jesus and inspiring them to live more fully like Christ, loving God and neighbor.
Next Gen partners with youth leaders and congregations to provide resources and programs that invite students into discipleship. Students become and grow as disciples when they are given opportunities to connect, grow, and lead.
Connect with God and Each Other
Students enter into discipleship when they connect with God and others through relationships that are grounded in trust, care, and support.
Grow in Faith
Students who connect with God and each other continue in their discipleship journey by growing in faith. Students especially grow in faith through small groups that create space for vulnerable discussion and learning and through service to others.
Lead Boldly
Students who connect with God and each other and are growing in faith are called to be leaders in the church and in their communities. Students learn and practice leadership when they are empowered and given leadership opportunities.
Opportunities All Year Round
Next Gen helps students and youth leaders connect, grow, and lead all year through the IGNITE Discipleship Calendar. At each of our IGNITE programs, students have opportunities to connect with God and each other, grow in faith, and lead boldly. The three core IGNITE programs are:
- IGNITE Communities | Click here
IGNITE Communities offers an opportunity for adult leaders in youth ministry to connect with each other, share ideas and find potential ministry partners for youth ministry projects both big and small. - IGNITE Conference | Click here
- Retreats | Click here
Next Gen is excited to offer retreats throughout the summer and fall of 2021. There’s something for everyone, from mission to opportunities your youth won’t want to miss!
While Next Gen offers programming to help students connect, grow, and lead, we know that student discipleship and faith formation happen best when they are led by adult youth leaders in local churches. Next Gen offers opportunities and resources for Youth Leaders to connect, grow, and lead as well.
Learn more about how you can build relationships with other youth leaders, grow in your ministry and expand your leadership impact beyond your local church. We’re excited to be in ministry with you as we cultivate together the next generation of enthusiastic disciples.
Need More Information?
For questions about Next Gen’s ministry with youth, please contact mpayne@gnjumc.org.