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Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Evangelism by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Evangelism written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Evangelism Evangelism is vital to the disciple-making process because it is a primary ministry of sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Evangelism is more than just one individual talking about faith; it is a ministry of the whole church that develops a church 'lifestyle' of welcome, invitation, and support. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for evangelism The basics of evangelism ministry Building an evangelism ministry team Assessing your church's hospitality to visitors Equipping people for service The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Communications by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Communications written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 âThe mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occursâ ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Communications The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Childrenâs Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Menâs Ministries Womenâs Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Worship by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Worship written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Worship The worship ministry of the local church is often the first, if not only, entry point for people seeking to establish a relationship with God in a Christian community. The ways in which we worship and honor God set a tone for the over all ministry of the church. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for worship ministry The basic responsibilities of the chairperson of worship ministry Keys to leading in vital worship Working with music leaders Promoting the spiritual life of the congregation A worksheet for worship planning The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church , the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees , and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Church and Society by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Church and Society written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Church & Society The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Small Membership Church by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Small Membership Church written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 âThe mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occursâ ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Small Membership Church The vast majority of United Methodist churches are small membership churches that can be and are vital places of ministry that matter. Most are situated in areas where there are people outside any faith community and have great potential for ministry. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for small church ministry Finding vitality and gifts with the members you have Being faithful stewards with the gifts and talents available Establishing the necessary ministries for nurture, outreach, and witness Caring for the administrative ministries The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Childrenâs Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Menâs Ministries Womenâs Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Christian Education by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Christian Education written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Christian Education Christian education and formation is a crucial building block for our growth as healthy, mature Christians. As a leader in the ministry of Christian education, you have a vital role to play in the faith development of other members of your congregation. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for Christian education ministry Getting started and building a ministry team Planning and budgeting for Christian education and formation Developing and nurturing effective teachers Knowing about and selecting curriculum resources The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Higher Education and Campus Ministry by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Higher Education and Campus Ministry written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Higher Education & Campus Ministry Because we care about people, United Methodists are committed to ministry in higher education. Our heritage is rooted in a tradition that began more than 250 years ago when John Wesley established the Holy Club and the Methodist Society at King's College, Oxford University. In 1784, he also founded Kingswood School which continues to serve today. Wesley was committed to "education for the common good." He believed education was important for the faith and critical for service in the world. Wesley's dedication to education started a movement that established not only churches but also schools. Today, there are 123 United Methodist-related institutions in the United States and more than 775 worldwide. This Guideline is a how-to plan that leads you through the biblical, theological, and practical aspects of your church's ministry in higher education. The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Church Council by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Church Council written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Church Council The church council is the primary group responsible for the over all ministry of the local church. By establishing the vision of the congregation, the council can then help to order and implement the various ministry opportunities. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for the ministry of the council The various purposes of the council The role and responsibilities of the chairperson How to determine the focus of the council Various tools for church council orientation The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church , the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees , and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Pastor by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Pastor written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Pastor-Parish Relations by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Pastor-Parish Relations written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Pastor Parish Relations The Pastor Parish (or Staff Parish) Relations committee serves a key role in the establishing the focus of the pastor, staff, and congregation's ministry. By advocating for the pastor and staff and helping to interpret their roles and ministries, the PPRC supports and nurtures the whole congregation. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for this ministry Skills needed of the committee members, including dealing with conflict and rumors Staff support through continuing education and spiritual formation Working with ordained, appointed, and non-appointed staff Relating to the congregation The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2013-2016 (Set of 26) by : General Board Of Discipleship
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2013-2016 (Set of 26) written by General Board Of Discipleship and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 985 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Guidelines’ booklets, one for each ministry area, are tools that enable you to help get new lay leaders off to a good start. Each booklet includes the basic "job description" for the leader as well as practical "how-to" information important to implementing ministry effectively. Brief and to the point for the busy, but spirit-led leader, these Guidelines take some of the unknown out of leading these ministry areas. One booklet for each title makes up this set of 26 Guidelines, perfect for making them available to all church members. The twenty-six Guidelines, one for each ministry area, cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education, age-level ministries, Communications, and more. The download file of a product is copyrighted just as a print resource is copyrighted. In the case of the Guidelines Set of 26, the purchaser can extract one copy of each booklet for an individual to use. (For example, one copy can be extracted for the chair of the stewardship committee; one for the person responsible for adult ministries; one for the lay leader). Additional copies are purchased separately as needed. Download files for each individual booklet are sold separately, just as print copies of the booklets are sold separately.
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Mission by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Mission written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Missions The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Men's Ministries by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Men's Ministries written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Men's Ministries Help lay and clergy leaders reach men for Christ. As we stand today on structure that were built years ago, we must be "under construction" with new mateirals and resoruces to reach men and serve congregations in the future. Key Building Blocks: Families, congregations, and the world need men who are growing spiritually Men's ministry partners are essential to reach men throughout the denomination For every man : Wesley Band of Brothers, A Wesleyman who joins with members of a Wesley Band of Brothers to seek spiritual maturity. For every congregation : Men's ministry team that works with clergy to help the congregation live out is mission, while helping men reach spiritual maturity. For the denomination : Men's ministry specialists who are called, equipped, and sent to UM congregations. The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2013-2016 - Evangelism by : General Board Of Discipleship
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2013-2016 - Evangelism written by General Board Of Discipleship and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evangelism is vital to the disciple-making process because it is a primary ministry of sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Evangelism is more than just one individual talking about faith; it is a ministry of the whole church that develops a church "lifestyle" of welcome, invitation, and support. This Guideline is designed to help equip you in leading this ministry group in your congregation. This is one of the twenty-six Guidelines that cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees; and ministry areas focu.
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Family Ministries by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Family Ministries written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Family Ministries The family is the primary center of faith formation, especially for children. Our affirmation for families asserts that families of all sizes and configurations are communities of commitment whose goal is human growth and faith development. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for family ministry Guidance for understanding the families you seek to serve Advocating for families Leading and evaluating family ministry Models for family ministry Suggested calendar for family ministries The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Committee on Lay Leadership by : ANONIMO
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Committee on Lay Leadership written by ANONIMO and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶12 0. COMMITTEE ON LAY LEADERSHIP The heart of local church ministry is in its lay leadership. Identifying, developing , deploying and evaluating Christian spiritual leaders who serve from their strengths and gifts is a key to the life and vitality of the congregation. Look for this and more: A biblical/theological basis for the ministry of leadership Building the lay leadership s team The responsibilities of the pastor and team members How to get started and work together Identifying the congregation's gifts and leadership qualities Developing and empowering people for mission and leadership The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry
Book Synopsis Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Youth Ministires by : Abingdon Press
Download or read book Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2009-2012 - Youth Ministires written by Abingdon Press and published by . This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available November 2008 'The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs' ( The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008 , ¶120. Youth Ministries Youth are not only the 'future of our church,' they are our church now. Nurturing and guiding young people in their spiritual life and helping them grow in a ministry of service and outreach leads to a more vital church in the present and in the future. Look for this and more: A biblical-theological basis for youth ministry The various settings where youth ministry happens Establishing a council on youth ministry Developing leadership skills for leaders of youth ministry, including young leaders The twenty-six Guidelines cover church leadership areas including Church Council and Small Membership Church ; the administrative areas of Finance and Trustees ; and ministry areas focused on nurture, outreach, and witness including Worship, Evangelism, Stewardship, and Christian Education , age-level ministries, Communications , and more. Church Council Pastor Pastor Parish Relations Finance Stewardship Trustees Lay Leader/ Lay Member Leader Selection & Development Small Group Ministries Small Membership Church Christian Education Adult Ministries Children's Ministries Family Ministries Youth Ministries Evangelism Worship Advocates for Inclusiveness Church and Society Church Historian Communications Higher Education & Campus Ministry Mission Men's Ministries Women's Ministries Scouting & Civic Youth-Serving Ministry