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Next Gen Quick Start Guide

Next Gen Quick Start Guide

Reach The Next Generation

It is our hope, at Louisiana Baptists, that all of our churches will have a thriving and prosperous ministry to children and youth.

Start well, finish well

The importance of reaching the next generation with the life-giving power of the Gospel can never be overestimated. Whether you are planting a new church or revitalizing an existing one, creating a plan for ministry to children and youth from the very beginning will pay eternal dividends for years to come.

We hope that this booklet and the resources mentioned herein will be of great assistance for anyone starting a next gen ministry from scratch. At Louisiana Baptists, we stand ready to partner with anyone reaching the next generation.

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This guide will walk you through the steps and provide helpful resources as your church starts a new ministry to Children and Youth. We hope you will download the PDF, print copies, and go through this process with your church leadership together. 

Resources for Kid Ministry

Louisiana Baptists Children Ministry

We stand ready to come alongside your church and ministry to help you dream of ways to minister to children more effectively. Lean more.

Other Resources 
LifewayTraining, Curriculum, and events for Kids Ministry Leaders
Special NeedsLifeway's Special Needs Resources Can Impact Your Ministry
Send Network10 Steps to Developing a Children’s Ministry
MissionsHelp children learn about and do missions

Resources for Youth Ministry

Louisiana Baptists Youth Ministry

Our vision is to ignite a passion for Jesus among Louisiana Baptists Students that will result in dynamic, growing youth ministries who extend the kingdom of God to the ends of the earth. Lean more.

Other Resources
LifewayBible studies, events, camps, and training.
YM360Everything you need for your entire year of youth ministry.
tithe.lySteps on how to start and grow a successful church youth ministry from scratch.
Churchleaders.comHow To Start a Youth Group Program in a Smaller Church
smallchurchministry.comLaunching or relaunching a new youth ministry
theleadpastor.comYouth Ministry 101: Build a Youth Group of Lifelong Disciples
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