Global Innovation + Growth
Global Innovation + Growth

IDENTIFYING THE 'PERFECT HIRE' FOR YOUR SMALL TOWN COMMUNITY

5 minute read

Written by: JC Bowman
A Small Town Young Life Staff person shares similar qualities to the majority of Young Life staff, but, at the same time, has a distinct set of qualities perfectly suited for the small town context. Below is a list of the character qualities observed in successful Small Town staff.
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MASTERING THE CRAFT OF LEADERSHIP

15 minute read

Written by: Terry Stokesbary
It wasn’t the number of clubs he started or the number of kids he reached during 55 years on honing a craft is often a lifelong endeavor, and craftspeople are usually the first to say they have room for improvement. As we look to steward our organizations in years to come, let’s not forget the most important craftspeople—not us, but those who will follow us and learn to practice what is perhaps the most vital craft for an organization’s health and vitality: leadership.
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COMMITTEE ACADEMY

5 minute read

Written by: Blake Raney & Kimberly Silvernale
Committee Academy is designed by Committee members, for Committee members. This is designed to include a variety of resources and tools built to elevate and strengthen a local Committee. Our team is available to teach, consult, coach, direct, and lead any project that your Region or Area is interested in regarding Committees and Boards.
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THE SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE INGREDIENTS OF YOUR TEAM MEETING
7 minute read

Written by: Matt Walker
One of the best venues we have to encourage our people to do their job well is in our team meetings. Team meetings are our practice field, and we serve our people when we give them a playbook for how to practice.
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THE RALEY DAILY

4 Minute Read

Writing by: Julie Clapp
Those who knew Tom saw the fruit of his daily time with Jesus. When he passed away, it didn’t surprise us when people described Tom as “a man who loved the Lord more than anything” and “a wonderful model of Christ-likeness.”
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Everyday Training...

"I was THAT kid..." [International Edition]
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TRAININGS/LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:


Brilliant @ The Basics - August 4 - 5, 2021 (no cohort required - limited spots available. $100 plus travel and lodging if needed.Come to Dallas for a 24-hour training (2:00 pm August 4th - 2:00 pm August 5), and together we’ll break the Young Life Ministry Strategy training down into its NON-NEGOTIABLES and then build it back up to what will work best in your ministry context. Wouldn’t you love to finally experience training in a room full of like-minded staff who have CHOSEN to be there rather than HAVE to be there??? As one YL leader put it, "That was easily the BEST TRAINING DAY I'VE EVER HAD!"
For more information click HERE. 
Discipleship Drop-In Convos: Join us for intentional conversations around discipleship with your students. Each conversation has a different focus and there are three different dates where these sessions are being offered Find out info on all of the upcoming sessions HERE.
Learning and Leadership: Registrations for 2022 offerings will open July 15. Click here for dates and locations.
Man Camp:  Even if you missed the live version of Man Camp this spring, you can watch (and share!) the replays: 
Session One - John the Baptist Part I (Greg Hook)
Session Two - John the Baptist Part II - (Greg Hook)
Bonus Magic Show with Ty Gallenbeck
Capernaum Summer Book Club & Film Club: Interested in learning more and diving deeper into disability topics? Capernaum is hosting another summer Book and Film Club. Check out the offerings and click here for more Information and to sign up.


INNOVATION PILOT UPDATES:

National Master Plan of Evangelism Book Club:  Is your area interested in participating in a National Master Plan of Evangelism Book Club? Free books (for all Volunteers and Committee) and resource training for all staff. Limited spots. Interested? Contact Blake Raney.
YO Pro Boards:  Interested in hearing more about Young Professional Regional Boards?  Contact April Olufs for more information. 
Volunteer Storehouse:  Want to request resources for the YL Volunteer Storehouse?  Contact Drew Hill to send your requests.

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