COS Young Peoples Team
Categories: Children & Youth Support
The Children and Young People's team in the Church of Scotland equips churches with the necessary tools, guidance, and support to engage with and minister effectively to children and young people in their communities. They offer a wide array of support and resources for church engagement and ministry with children and young people including:
Information and Resources: These are accessible through the Children and Youth pages on the national church website. They offer valuable insights and materials to support church engagement and ministry with children and young people.
Tailored Sections: They provide specific sections catering to various needs including:
The Young Adults section details the National Youth Assembly, General Assembly Youth Reps, international trips, and the COSY collective fund.
The In Your Church section focuses on worship materials, faith development, employment, and volunteering opportunities for youth ministry.
The In Your Community section addresses school chaplaincy, toddler groups, holiday clubs, and GIRFEC.
Aspirations for Ministry Resource: They offer the Aspirations for Ministry resource, endorsed by the General Assembly. Each aspiration is rooted in theological principles and includes reflective questions for congregations.
Engagement Strategies: They suggest various engagement strategies, such as allocating time during Kirk Session meetings, using the material for home groups or sermon series, or organising dedicated discussions, to interact effectively with the Aspirations for Ministry resource.
In essence, the Children and Young People's team aims to equip congregations with the necessary tools, guidance, and support to engage with and minister effectively to children and young people in their communities.
For more information or to contact a Children and Youth worker visit their website
