Training Opportunities

INTRODUCTION TO YOUTH FOR CHRIST MINISTRY

You will learn about the different ministry opportunities currently available and what the process is for becoming an active volunteer with Youth for Christ. Those in attendance will be offered the opportunity to fill out a volunteer application. If you are unsure about what ministry area you would like to serve in this is the class for you.

CERTIFICATION TRAINING

You will learn the following topics in this training course: an overview of the ministry of Youth for Christ, understanding the youth culture, standards of care and safety required, goal setting, financial management basics, and time management tools.

EVANGELISM TRAINING

This class provides volunteers with an overview of 3Story Evangelism and what it means to relationally share your faith. The second part of this training will help the participant learn how to effectively share the Roman Road to Salvation, which sums up the Good News of Jesus Christ. It is a collection of verses in Paul's letter to the Romans that clearly presents the background and basis of the Christian Faith.  In a simple, yet powerful method the Roman Road explains why we need salvation, how God provided salvation, how we can receive salvation, and what are the results of salvation. The third part of this training teaches how to effectively communicate your personal testimony as a follower of Jesus. This training is taught in the context of our ministry to unchurched youth.

3STORY TRAINING

You will discover how 3 stories (God’s story, your story, and their story) weave together to allow effective evangelism to take place through relationships. This class is designed for YFC volunteers and community members, junior high-adulthood. This evangelism training is designed to help you reach others in your ministry and your personal sphere of influence.

TALKING ABSTINENCE TO TEENS

You will learn how to help teens make positive life choices regarding sexual abstinence through information and resources gained in this class.

MEDIC FIRST-AID AND CPR

You will learn the techniques and skills necessary to provide CPR and/or  first-aid in emergency situations for children and adults.