Youth Ministries
Director: Vacant
Administrative Assistant: Lulleither Massiah
Coordinates programs & activities for youth.
In His master plan, “the Lord has appointed the youth to be His helping hand.”
—Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 64
With this instruction and others, it is imperative that the Seventh-day Adventist Church sustain a youth ministry that will:
- Lead youth to understand their individual worth and discover and develop their spiritual gifts and abilities;
- Equip and empower youth for a life of service within Christ’s church and the community; and
- Ensure the integration of youth into all aspects of church life and leadership.
In the Southwest Region Conference, these goals are achieved by incorporating the biblical dynamics of outreach, fellowship, nurture, worship, and mission. Opportunities for youth to come together to realize their value and learn useful skills to express their God-given gifts are offered during retreats and mission projects held each year. The Youth Department also organizes and runs the summer camp programs held at Lone Star Camp.
Singles’ Ministry
About 45% of today’s adults have never married or are divorced, widowed, or separated. Unfortunately, single adults make up only 15% of the average church attendance. The Southwest Region Youth Department encourages development of ministries for singles at the local church level and has provided resources and training to see this happen. An annual retreat to bring these singles’ groups together is held each year at Lone Star Camp.
2009 Camp Meeting
See 2009 Camp Meeting for speakers, schedules and other information.
Youth Camp Information:
Youth Camp Medical Forms & Other Information
Youth Camp Staff Application
