Category Archives: ignition

YG University: Help for the Local Church

Posted on March 17, 2015 by A Allan Martin, PhD

Over the past ten years, Younger Generation Church [YG] has learned a great deal about young adult ministry in the local context. We’ve experienced great successes and seen our share of failures, but through it all we’ve been humbled by what GOD … Continue reading →

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Young Adult Ministry Training @ Equipped for Ministries Convention

Posted on August 18, 2014 by A Allan Martin, PhD

It’s time to register for Equipped for Ministries, Southwestern Union’s ministries training event coming to Frisco, Texas, August 28-31, 2014, offering certification and training by experts in a variety of church ministry disciplines. Inspiration, Equipping, Fellowship and Empowerment. For more … Continue reading →

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Young Adult Ministry: LOST to LIFE

Posted on November 4, 2013 by A Allan Martin, PhD

“I’m enthusiastic about Young Adult Ministry. . . So now what?” The 2013 NAD Year End Meeting presentation on Young Adult LIFE was a home run, having many Adventist leaders and administrators excited about young adult ministry. So what’s next … Continue reading →

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“Do you love your traditions more than your children?”

Posted on May 8, 2013 by A Allan Martin, PhD

Barna Group President, David Kinnaman posed this poignant question to over 600 registrants attending You Lost Me. Live! this Spring, hosted by Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church in Texas.  The question struck close to home as local congregations are witnessing 59% … Continue reading →

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That Which Was LOST May Be Found

Posted on April 9, 2013 by A Allan Martin, PhD

“You Lost Me.” A difficult phrase to hear from anyone, but when the demographic research of the Barna Group points to upwards of 60% of young adults saying this about their church experience, it is a sobering sentiment indeed.  The … Continue reading →

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Ignition 2012

Posted on February 21, 2012 by pastormannycruz

Over the last decade, we have provided young adult ministry training across the North American Division and beyond.  Under the branding of IGNITION, we have seen several local conferences continue this training in their context, giving special emphasis to helping … Continue reading →

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Young Adult Ministry Starter Pak 2: RELATIONSHIPS

Posted on October 27, 2011 by A Allan Martin, PhD

We are all being called into transformational relationships with young adults, all of us. Administrators, educators, pastors, ministry directors, community leaders, and parents – all of us have a vital role to play in mentoring new generations.  Our present and … Continue reading →

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Basics of Young Adult Ministry

Posted on August 11, 2011 by A Allan Martin, PhD

Jumping off on Allan’s last post, here’s a simple outline I prepared some time ago on the basics of young adult ministry. A. I define young adults as men and women ages 18-35, whether single or married. B.   Goals … Continue reading →

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How to Start a Young Adult Ministry

Posted on August 5, 2011 by A Allan Martin, PhD

I am thrilled with the sincere leadership interest in young adult ministry coming from administrators, educators, pastors [including senior pastors], ministry directors [beyond youth directors], and parents. In response to an overflow of requests as to “How To Start a … Continue reading →

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Habits and Attitudes of Leadership and Discipleship Shared at IGNITION Summit 2011

Posted on April 26, 2011 by A Allan Martin, PhD

“The speakers, workshops and resources made available at IGNITION Summit 2011 have inspired me to do even more ministry for GOD, reaching new generations,” shared Trey Sharp, a pastor from Burleson, Texas.  “I am refreshed, energized, and ready to go!  … Continue reading →

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