Planning Tips for June C. E. Ministry Team

1. Checking In

What thoughts/feelings/experiences are ministry team members bringing to your meeting?

2. Devotional Thoughts and Prayer

3. Reviewing Agenda

           Give everyone an opportunity to add items to the agenda.

4. Report from the Session

           Give time to hear from the session.

5. Updating on Ongoing Ministries

Sunday School

Children/Jr. High/Sr. High Youth Groups

Small Groups/Other Classes

6. Thanksgiving for Teachers/Leaders

Since this is the last quarter of the church school year, you may wish to discuss how to honor your teachers/leaders for the 2006-2007 C. E. Year. A dinner? Awarding a Teacher of the Year or Patron Certificate? (See the Board of C. E. web site.) A book to the library in their honor? Small gift expressions of appreciation?

7. VBS

Is everything set in terms of leaders, curriculum, etc.?

           What additional promotion can you do to your congregation and community?

8. Youth Conferences/Camp Experiences

Do you want participants to share their experiences with your congregation?

9. New C. E. Year

Continue your planning for the new church school year. Teachers called? Curriculum reviewed and selected? Leaders for children and youth groups called? Are there other ministries to consider? Bible study groups? Small groups? Remember to consult the Sunday School Packet from the Board of C. E.

10. Setting Date for the Next Meeting

These are just some hints for an agenda. Make it yours!