6 Ways to Train Young Adults to Serve in Ministry

One of the best ways to combat disengagement is to have a well-developed plan to equip young adults to serve in ministry in the church.

Many churches vocalize frustrations that few young adults participate and serve in the life of their church. But, if you’re not willing to train and place young adults in significant places of service, you can almost guarantee that they will not show up. And even if they do, they won’t stick.

“If you’re not willing to train and place young adults in significant places of service, you can almost guarantee that they will not show up. And even if they do, they won’t stick.” — @stevenackley 

One of the best ways to combat this disengagement is to have a well-developed plan to equip and train young adults to serve in ministry in your church. Here are six ways to do just that.

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