Training and Discipleship
New Testament training in Amsterdam.
Tricia Blake, Chief Learning Officer
Impacting all kids — within sight and just out of reach. Learning opportunities equip our staff to impact all kids. Young Life uses learning to spark curiosity, ignite potential and train the skills needed for ministry. In 1 Corinthians 3:6, Paul references the seed he has planted and Apollos has watered. The next phrase is the outcome of their obedience — God has been making it grow. The seed planted within each of us needs water. We benefit when we receive an outpouring of training on knowledge, skills and attitudes which God then uses to facilitate our growth. True growth begins not just when we can recognize where we are and what it will take to get from here to there, but what change needs to happen within us. As you’ll read in the information below, the cycle of training and learning equips us to recognize God’s
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Spring Board Report 2020
presence and power as stated in our goal for mission growth. As we pray for God’s presence and His power in our mission, we will … Build relationships with more kids so average weekly club and Campaigners doubles by 2022. Fostering a learning culture in Young Life prepares the seed and soil for God to grow healthy teams and health ministry for the sake of His Kingdom.
Training U.S. — Spark Curiosity Our senior director of Training, Pam Moore, and the training team recently hosted two academic courses: “Old Testament” and “Christology,” following our YL2020 Celebration. Here are a few highlights from our staff: • I most appreciated the professor’s knowledge and wisdom of the Old Testament! My view of God has expanded and that is a gift. • I loved being able to learn new ways to interact with God through the OT. I tend to gravitate toward the NT. Thrilled to have new tools, insights and background. • Christology honestly helped me leave with just a mindblowing love and additional curiosity. Sean was an incredible teacher and Chris, his TA, was awesome as well.
