Disciples Youth

The General Youth Council is made up of students and adults who are committed to youth ministry in their local congregations and regions. The purpose of the GYC is to give them opportunities to grow as future leaders of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). This is accomplished by having them in key planning roles for General Assembly and International Christian Youth Fellowship (ICYF). There may also be other opportunities as well for this group to grow in their leadership skills.

Youth Week

October 30 through November 6, 2011

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General Youth Council

The General Youth Council helps to plan, implement, and evaluate the total general youth ministry program for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

Membership - The General Youth Council will be composed of twelve to fifteen persons (ten to twelve youth and two adults plus staff) elected to represent regions and constituencies. General staff persons in youth ministry will serve as advisers to the General Youth Council. Youth members will be eligible to serve their sophomore, junior, or senior years in high school. Elected members will serve for two years.

Selection Process - Any active youth or adult member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the U.S. and Canada can make application to serve on the General Youth Council. Applications may be obtained from the General or Regional or Constituency offices. Selection to the General Youth Council will be determined by the current electoral process of the General Youth Council. Elections are confirmed by the Board of Directors of the Division of Homeland Ministries. The General Youth Council will be representative of youth in the whole church through a balance in gender, racial/ethnic background, and geography.

Meetings - The General Youth Council will meet at least one time each year to conduct business.

Applications Are Being Accepted

If you are a student entering your sophomore or junior year of high school or an adult with a passion for youth ministry, you can fill out an application to serve on the General Youth Council. The next term of service begins January of 2013 through December of 2014.  Go here to see the expectations for those who serve on the committee. We look forward to hearing from you!