Transition is the name of the game in youth ministry today. Unfortunately, most youth ministries are not prepared for dramatic transitions. The disturbing trend is that most undergoing significant change are seldom transitioning "forward." Most find themselves, at best, maintaining and waiting in a revolving door of frustration.

It doesn't have to be this way. Our experience has been that the months of transition for a youth ministry can be a season that strategically moves a youth ministry forward. But churches must pay attention...

1. Assessing Your Assets
2. Clarifying Your Vision
3. Identifying Your Students
4. Building Your Transition Teams
5. Training Your Permanent Teams
6. Locking in Your Calendar
7. Giving the Church Something to Talk About
8. Establishing Your Cloud of Witnesses
9. Engaging Your Parents
10. Establishing Normative Systems