ALPINE YOUTH FEDERATION

Timehri Seventh-day Adventist Church

Senior Youth Leadership

AYM Meetings

Teacher: Dir . Paul Harris

Group Members
Shaquana Goodluck
 What are the Four Dynamic Forces?

1. Incorporating the four dynamic forces of grace, service, community, and worship
into purposeful activities in youth meetings can foster spiritual growth, unity, and
a deeper connection with both the church and the broader community. Here are
some specific ways youths in a church can implement these forces:

Grace:
 Begin each youth meeting with a reflection on God's grace and love, emphasizing
the importance of extending grace to one another.
 Encourage forgiveness and reconciliation through activities such as group
discussions, forgiveness circles, or writing letters of forgiveness.
 Organize service projects that reflect the unconditional love and acceptance found
in God's grace, such as volunteering at a homeless shelter or participating in
outreach programs for marginalized communities.

Service:
 Plan regular service projects within the community, such as organizing a food
drive for a local pantry, participating in environmental clean-up efforts, or visiting
nursing homes to spend time with elderly residents.
 Incorporate service opportunities into youth meetings, such as assembling care
packages for those in need or organizing fundraising events for charitable causes.
 Empower youth to identify needs within the church and community and develop
their service initiatives to address those needs effectively.

Community:
 Foster a sense of belonging and support within the youth group through team-
building activities, small group discussions, and fellowship events.
 Create opportunities for youth to connect with other members of the church
community through joint activities, service projects, and social gatherings.
 Encourage accountability and spiritual growth by forming mentorship
relationships within the youth group, pairing older members with younger ones for
guidance and support.

Worship:
 Incorporate worship elements into youth meetings, such as praise and worship
sessions, prayer circles, or scripture readings.
 Provide opportunities for youth to express their faith creatively through music, art,
or spoken word performances during meetings or special events.
 Encourage personal devotion and spiritual disciplines by providing resources for
youth to engage in individual worship practices, such as prayer journals,
devotional readings, or meditation exercises.
 By intentionally integrating grace, service, community, and worship into
purposeful activities in youth meetings, young members of the church can deepen
 their faith, develop meaningful relationships, and actively contribute to the
mission of the church in their local community.

2. Meeting Schedules

Grace
Meeting Outline: Embracing Grace
Theme: "Grace: Our Compassionate Guide in Faith and Community"
Target Group in the Church: Young Adults Ministry
Target Groups in the Community:
 Local Homeless Shelter Residents
 At-Risk Youth in the Neighborhood

Objectives:
 To deepen understanding of the concept of grace within the context of faith and
community.
 To explore practical ways to embody grace in our interactions with others.
 To identify opportunities for outreach and service in the community through acts
of grace.

Program Outline:
1. Opening Session (30 minutes)
A. Welcome and Introductions
B. Icebreaker: Sharing Personal Stories of Grace
C. Setting the Tone: Understanding Grace in a Spiritual Context

2. Session Two -Understanding Grace (45 minutes)

A. Presentation: Theological Perspective on Grace
B. Small Group Discussion: How Do We Experience Grace in Our Lives?
C. Q&A: Clarifying Misconceptions About Grace

3. Session Three - Applying Grace in Community Outreach (60 minutes)

A. Guest Speaker: Representative from Local Homeless Shelter
B. Brainstorming Session: Identifying Needs in the Community Requiring Graceful
Responses
C. Group Activity: Role-playing Scenarios Demonstrating Graceful Interaction
D. Planning Outreach Initiatives: Assigning Responsibilities and Setting Timelines

Break (15 minutes)

4. Session Four -Practical Strategies for Graceful Living (45 minutes)

A. Workshop: Communication Skills for Graceful Conflict Resolution
B. Reflection: Journaling Exercise on Practicing Grace in Daily Life
C. Sharing and Feedback: Insights from Journaling Exercise

Closing Session (30 minutes)

A. Recapitulation: Key Takeaways on Grace
B. Commitment Pledge: Individual Commitments to Practice Grace
C. Closing Prayer: Seeking Guidance and Strength in Living Gracefully

Service
Meeting Outline: Serving Together
Theme: "Unity in Service: Strengthening Communities through Acts of Service"
Target Group in the Church: Adventist Youth Ministries
Target Groups in the Community:
 Underprivileged senior citizens
 Single Mothers
 Accident/Fire Victims

Objectives:
 To cultivate a culture of service within the church community.
 To identify specific needs in the community that can be addressed through acts of
service.
 To develop actionable plans for ongoing service projects to benefit both church
and community.
Program Outline:
1. Opening Session (30 minutes)
A. Welcome and Introduction
B. Icebreaker: Sharing Personal Stories of Service
C. Setting the Tone: Understanding the Importance of Unity and Collaboration in
Service.

2. Session Two -Understanding Acts of Service (45 minutes)

A. Presentation: Exploring the Biblical Foundations of Service
B. Small Group Discussion: Reflecting on the Meaning and Impact of Service
C. Q&A: Addressing Practical Considerations and Challenges in Service.

3. Session Three -Identifying Community Needs (60 minutes)

A. Guest Speaker: Representative from Local Food Bank
B. Brainstorming Session: Identifying Key Areas of Need in the Community
C. Group Activity: Prioritizing Service Opportunities and Setting Goals.

Break (15 minutes)

4. Session Four - Planning and Implementation (45 minutes)

A. Workshop: Developing Service Project Proposals for Target Groups
B. Action Planning: Assigning Roles and Responsibilities for Service Initiatives
C. Resource Allocation: Identifying and Mobilizing Necessary Resources for Projects

5. Reflection and Feedback (30 minutes)

A. Sharing Circle: Reflecting on the Meaning and Impact of Service Projects
B. Feedback Session: Gathering Input on the Meeting and Action Plans
C. Closing Reflection: Prayer for Unity, Strength, and Guidance in Serving Others
 Community
Meeting Outline: Building Bridges through Community Work
Theme: "Building Bridges: Strengthening Communities through Collective Action"
Target Group in the Church: Underprivileged Youths and Children.
Target Groups in the Community:
 Immigrant Families in Nearby Neighborhoods
 Vagrants in the community

Objectives:
 To raise awareness about the importance of community work in fostering
connections and addressing needs.
 To identify specific needs within the community and develop actionable plans for
addressing them.
 To empower youth to take leadership roles in community service initiatives and
inspire others to join in collective action.

Program Outline:
1. Opening Session (30 minutes)
A. Welcome and Introduction
B. Icebreaker: Sharing Personal Experiences of Community Engagement
C. Setting the Tone: Understanding the Impact of Community Work on Building
Bridges

2. Session Two -Understanding Community Needs (45 minutes)

A. Presentation: Overview of Community Demographics and Needs Assessment
B. Small Group Discussions: Identifying Key Challenges Faced by Target Groups
C. Q&A: Exploring Opportunities for Church-Community Collaboration in
Addressing Needs.

3. Session Three -Exploring Service Opportunities (60 minutes)

A. Guest Speaker: Representative from Local Retirement Home
B. Brainstorming Session: Generating Ideas for Service Projects Benefitting Elderly
Residents
C. Group Activity: Mapping Out Action Steps for Engaging with Immigrant Families
Break (15 minutes)

4. Session Four -Planning and Implementation (45 minutes)

A. Workshop: Developing Service Project Proposals for Target Groups
B. Action Planning: Allocating Resources and Setting Timelines for Service
Initiatives
C. Volunteer Recruitment: Identifying Youth Leaders to Champion Service Projects

5. Reflection and Feedback (30 minutes)

A. Sharing Circle: Reflecting on the Significance of Community Work in Building
Bridges
B. Feedback Session: Gathering Input on the Meeting and Action Plans
C. Closing Reflection: Prayer for Unity, Strength, and Success in Serving the
Community

Worship

Meeting Outline: Deepening Connections through Worship

Theme: "Harmony in Worship: Uniting Hearts in Praise"
Target Group in the Church: Worship Ministry Team
Target Groups in the Community:
 Homebound Individuals
 Unchurched Youth in the Local Area

Objectives:
 To deepen understanding and appreciation of the significance of worship in the
life of the church and individuals.
 To explore ways to enhance worship experiences both within the church
community and beyond.
 To develop strategies for reaching out to and engaging target groups in the
community through worship.
Program Outline:
1. Opening Session (30 minutes)
A. Welcome and Introduction
B. Prompt: Sharing Memorable Worship Moments
C. Setting the Tone: Reflecting on the Importance of Worship in Spiritual Formation.

2. Session Two - Understanding Worship (45 minutes)

A. Presentation: Exploring the Biblical Foundations of Worship
B. Small Group Discussion: Sharing Personal Insights on Worship Practices and
Preferences
C. Q&A: Addressing Questions and Misconceptions About Worship

3. Session Three - Enhancing Worship Experiences (60 minutes)

A. Workshop: Creative Worship Ideas and Techniques for Engaging Congregants
B. Group Activity: Brainstorming Session for Innovative Worship Elements
C. Planning Session: Developing Action Plans for Implementing New Worship
Practices in church.
Break (15 minutes)

4. Session Four - Reaching Out Through Worship (45 minutes)

A. Presentation: Identifying Opportunities for Worship Outreach in the Community
B. Brainstorming Session: Strategies for Reaching Homebound Individuals Through
Worship
C. Group Discussion: Ideas for Engaging Unchurched Youth Through Worship
Events.

5. Reflection and Feedback (30 minutes)

A. Sharing Circle: Reflecting on the Transformative Power of Worship
B. Feedback Session: Gathering Input on New Worship Ideas and Outreach Strategies
C. Closing Reflection: Prayer for Unity, Inspiration, and Guidance in Worship.