Philosophy

Purpose
Covenant's Youth Ministry exists to help students and parents know the love of God and to grow in GRACE together.

Glorify God
Reach out to Non-believer
Assist the needy
Connect with other believers
Equip the saints


Style
The Ministry to the Youth at Covenant is relational. Relational youth ministry is sharing the Gospel in the context of liking students, spending time with them and sharing life together.  As Paul said,

"we loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well"
                             1 Thessalonians 2:8

Relational youth ministry is needed:
"until a student is environmentally comfortable, he/she won't become theologically aware"  Anonymous

"A person too anxious about being shamed cannot learn"
                    Hillel (Hebrew sage, 2000 yrs. Ago)

Values
1. The Gospel ~ living Gracefully + being Kingdom minded
2. God's word
3. Servant Leadership (Mark 10:45)
4. Community ~ living in relationship
5. Incarnational Ministry ~ going into our student's worlds
6. Prayer
7. The Family
8. The Poor and oppressed
9. Student's safety
10. An accepting/loving  environment
11. Authenticity