Welcome to the Network!

The ELCA Youth Ministry Network exists to strengthen and empower adult leaders in children, youth and family ministry, in service to Christ.  

Join the Network Now!

Renew   I   Educate   I   Connect

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence: Practical Applications for Ministry
New in Connect Journal!  The world changes and technology becomes more sophisticated and nuanced.  The new developments in artificial intelligence can enhance modern ministry. There are generative tools, like ChatGPT, that can help in creating content and assisting us in our work.  AI can generate discussion questions and integrate multimedia resources into teachings on concepts like grace and forgiveness.  This article explores the possibilities for your ministry

Read the article in Connect Journal

Martins List LogoMartinsList: Open Source Ministry

Are you trying to plan a Bible study?  Do you need a retreat outline?  Maybe an activity about Martin Luther or a blessing of graduates?  If so, the chances are good that one of your colleagues has written one.  And maybe they've shared it on MartinsList!  This is a site for Network members to share resources they have created, and to download what they need.  And it's included in your "plus" membership!

Visit MartinList

Stephanie CaroOasis Webinar on Volunteers

The next Oasis Webinar is coming up April 18, 2024 at 12pm (central time). Our special guest teacher is Stephanie Caro, who is the Veteran Lead Consultant at Ministry Architects. The topic is "Post Pandemic Volunteers: It's a Weird Phase, Right?"  Come and learn more about how we connect with our volunteers in a changing world.

Go to the Oasis home page to learn more and to register!