The good news of Jesus Christ finds fullness and is realised when it is lived out in community and in our relationships.
It is through loving relationships, lived out truthfully and authentically, that we best discover ourselves and the mystery of others in God. Through community and relationship we can be fully alive.
Community life flows out of who we are and how we interact, continually and openly inviting others into it. Young people value building community within their peer groups. Building Christian community is an integral part of youth ministry.
A visible presence and active engagement of young people in the intergenerational community not only provides opportunities for the whole community to acknowledge and value young people, it also gives young people an insight into their integral role in the Christian environment, and provides opportunities for significant mentoring and discipleship relationships to develop.
Community life and youth ministry flourish when the atmosphere of the whole community is welcoming and all members – regardless of age – know that they are valued and their presence and contribution are appreciated. |