"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." - Romans 12:12 #happynewyear #wisdom #encouragement

For those in ministry, the summer holidays are a great opportunity to catch up on some reading and strategic thinking. Youthworks' Tim Beilharz shares what on his 'to read' shelf, with books for youth, children's and family ministry >> ht.ly/xixV30ngLdw

Give thanks for the staff and volunteers who work together to run Youthworks youth and children's camps, including Square 1. As planning for 2019 begins, please pray that many lives will be transformed through these ministries.

Do you want your children to develop a genuine enjoyment of reading in 2019? Author Penny Reeve​ shares her top 5 tips for busy parents with Growing Faith​ >> ht.ly/t6hW30ngLQE

Partner with Youthworks today to help create and support an effective youth ministry in every church in the country. Read how >> ht.ly/dnlk30ngLmX

The Bible has a lot to say about true rest. But how can you talk about this concept with your children? And how do you model 'rest'? Youthworks' Ministry Advisor Annemarie Riv delves into the meaning of Biblical rest for children >> ht.ly/J1ZM30ngNdo

"But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me." - Micah 7:7 #encouragement #inspiration #bibleverse

Please pray for the 300 junior leaders in Years 9 - 12 who will be attending Youthworks Leaders in Training Summer this week. Pray that the talks faithfully proclaim the gospel and speak into the hearts of the youth.

With many youth and children's ministries recommencing soon, Matt Keller, the Children's Minister from St Paul's Castle Hill, has a timely reminder to ensure you are not loving your ministry more than the Lord >> ht.ly/vNlw30ngOfP

"But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it." - 2 Timothy 3:14 #wordoftheweek #bibleverse #encouragement

Pray that public school students and their families will choose to attend SRE in 2019 to be taught from the Bible. Ask that the teachers would demonstrate God’s love and that students would consider the claims of Jesus for themselves.

Thanks to your support Youthworks Leaders in Training is playing a powerful role in raising up the next generation of godly leaders. See how young people are emerging with a desire to serve Jesus in their local church and community >> ht.ly/HDkh30nxePu

This picture only captures a small bit of the fun, learning, and community which was built at Youthworks Leaders in Training last week. Give thanks for the students who were encouraged to be "resolute, determined, and single-minded for the gospel."

Please pray for the Youthworks College students and staff as Semester 1 begins this week. Pray that through the student's study of theology and ministry, they will grow in their love for God and be equipped to share the gospel with youth and children.

📣 1 day to go until the 2019 SRE Conference - Wollongong! The Youthworks team is looking forward to meeting you and your fellow teachers *tomorrow* to equip and encourage you for another year of SRE.

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33 #BibleVerse #Reminder #Encouragement #WordOfTheWeek

📆 What's on your calendar this year? With conferences, SRE training, HSC study camps and more, Youthworks has upcoming events for everyone involved in youth and children's ministry. See where you can be involved >> ht.ly/P0G530nxhGY

"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." - Matthew 5:16 #WordoftheWeek #Encouragement

God is doing extraordinary work building effective youth and children's ministries in this diocese.

The research shows the majority of Sydney Anglicans say they became Christians before the age of 20. However, the transition point is dangerous. “If young adults are not connected to the body then, they struggle.” Full Youthworks report: sydneyanglicans.net/blogs/78-of-pe…