What is a Momentum Summit? Momentum Summits are training events that will equip and empower youth pastors and volunteer youth leaders for growing a healthy youth ministry. Momentum Summits provide the following:
· Great coaching by one or more of the National Youth Ministries (NYM) leadership team
· Contemporary workshop and seminar content on a variety of youth ministry topics
· Develops practical leadership tools for a lasting youth ministry
· Builds and develops strategic youth leader networks/relationships
Who can host a Momentum Summit? Momentum Summits are typically hosted by the District Youth Director in conjunction with his/her local youth pastors and youth leaders. Churches who are interested in hosting a Momentum Summit should contact their District Youth Director.
Who provides the logistical and administrative planning for a Momentum Summit? Logistical and administrative planning is provided by the host district or church. The staff at NYM is available to consult with the District Youth Director and/or youth leader for guidance on ways to make this a successful summit for youth leaders.
How does NYM contribute to a Momentum Summit? NYM provides content, coaching and planning helps. This includes the following:
· Focus and concept (to include a strategy/schedule) for the Momentum Summit
· One or more of the NYM leadership team deliver (though not exclusively) workshops and general sessions – content can be specific to the district’s interests and needs
· Provides strategic tools and resources for the Momentum Summit (to include the 52.com) at conference discount pricing
How do I begin planning for a Momentum Summit? The host District Youth Director and/or youth leader should contact the NYM office to secure summit dates and other planning details. Once the dates have been selected, then the necessary planning can begin.
National Youth Ministries contact information for Momentum Summits: momentum@ag.org 417.862.2781, x4030
