90 Attend Youth Ministries Coordinators’ Retreat

Story by Cinthia Portanova, Children’s Ministries Director and Youth Ministries Administrative Assistant

New Jersey Conference’s Youth Department recently held a coordinators’ retreat that brought together more than 90 attendees, ranging from new to seasoned coordinators. The transformative weekend was designed to provide tailored support and training, with classes split into two groups, depending on one’s experience.

New coordinators gained foundational skills and insights into effective leadership and personal finance, while seasoned coordinators had opportunities to deepen their knowledge on audio/media, PowerPoint presentations and social media.

Beyond the training sessions, the retreat offered time for praise and worship, fellowship and an appreciation dinner, all while strengthening bonds among youth leaders. Leaders say the weekend was marked by a shared sense of purpose, as participants left feeling more equipped, inspired and united in their mission to serve and empower the youth in their respective ministries.