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Kurt Johnston, junior high ministry pastor at Saddleback Church, helps to show that middle school ministry?one of the most overlooked, misunderstood, and important ministries?can be made simple. This is a biblical, practical, and culturally relevant approach from a guy who?s been making a difference in the lives of junior highers for more than 20 years. Middle School Ministry Made simple is filled with: simple wisdom insights from junior high students support tips to encourage junior high volunteers strategies for growing your ministry creative ideas for ministry tips about involving junior high parents and more?

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Many people run scared from the middle school youth room. But (thankfully!) there are people out there who are actually drawn to those young teens. Although often times they?re not equipped to deal with the unique challenges that middle school ministry presents, or they?re just not sure what to do when a room full of young teens (who are ?part child, but not quite adult?) are running around the youth room. Finally, there?s a comprehensive guide to middle school ministry, from two veterans of this unchartered territory. Mark Oestreicher and Scott Rubin help youth workers understand the importance of middle school ministry, the development process for young teens and their implications for ministry, and how to best minister to these sometimes misunderstood students. They share their experiences (as middle school pastors and parents of middle schoolers), giving youth workers he encouragement, hope, and training they need to succeed in middle school ministry. Mark Oestreicher (Marko) is the president of Youth Specialties and a life-long youth worker. He has worked with middle schoolers for about 28 years, both in paid and volunteer positions. Marko has written dozens of books for students and youth workers and speaks to thousands around the world each year. Scott Rubin has been on staff at Willow Creek Community Church for 18 years, and he’s currently the director of Elevate, the junior high ministry at Willow Creek. Scott, along with an entirely-fantastic team of staff and volunteer leaders, has the privilege of helping young adolescents follow Jesus. He also co-authored two books in the Middle School Survival Series with Mark Oestreicher.

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“Kurt & Scott have created a “”playbook”" for junior high workers. They want you to discover their strategies (and they don’t always agree). They’ll help you develop your stance (so get ready to think). And they want you to voice your opinion (write it down, then update when new discoveries are made). Valuable insights embedded in every page for new & veteran junior high leaders & volunteers. Discover how to… Effectively recruit volunteers Set priorities Grow yourself as a leader Inspire youth to live out their faith Connect with parents About the Authors They’re two of the country’s most experienced, influential junior high leaders. Together Kurt Johnston (Junior High Pastor at Saddleback Church) and Scott Rubin (Junior High Pastor at Willow Creek Church) have more than 40 years of experience. They’ll guide you to think about what works and what doesn’t – and they’ll help you hone your skills and game plan. This is just the beginning of your best ministry yet!”