We’ve realised that the reason that YWS works because it’s run by youth workers, for youth workers. So as we seek to grow it, it’s only natural that we’re going to need to get even more youth workers involved.

That’s why we’re launching Team YWS. It’s a chance for you, as someone who has been involved with the Summit in these early stages, to get more involved in the planning and promotion of the event. Here’s how it works:

1. YOU sign up to become part of Team YWS. Yes, you. We’ll be accepting applications again soon so look out for an announcement.

2. As a member of the team, you commit to communicating the vision and news about the Summit to other interested people who missed out last time. We’ll send you some stuff, both virtual and physical, that will help you to tell others over the next few months. The aim is that you become a little beacon of love for YWS, rallying others to come along and join you on May 19th.

3. You’ll be invited to join the Leadership Team online for discussion and debate about the programme for May 2012 and beyond. This will only be open to Team YWS members.

4. We’ll send you regular, exclusive info about how the Summit is coming together. We’re going to be completely open with you - you’ll know our latest booking figures, even if they’re terrible; you’ll get an update of how we’re doing against budget - however we’re doing. Plus, we’ll keep you in the loop about latest updates on programme and more.

That’s it (although we’re bound to think of other stuff)! Please consider helping us out, and being part of something exciting that God seems to be doing. If you want to be part of Team YWS, just drop an email to us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), and we’ll let you know when we’re accepting applications. And if you don’t want to be involved in this way, we really hope we’ll see you on May 19th.

The YWS Early Day: in-depth practical teaching from our keynote speaker. Mark Oestreicher.

A unique opportunity to spend a day with one of the world’s leading youth ministry coaches, exploring together what it means to create a vision for our youth ministry that takes a wide-angled, long-term transformational view. We’ll look at at how adolescence is rapidly changing, how every context is different, and how to craft values that both allow for great practice and create space for God to move. A practical day that gives you a chance to take stock, learn, and dream for the future.

Mark Oestreicher is a 30-year youth ministry veteran. author of over 50 youth work books and the former president of Youth Specialties. In 2010, he launched the Youth Ministry Coaching Program and The Youth Cartel.

The day runs from 10.30am through to 4.30pm. It’s a mix of teaching, discussion, practical exercises and a chance to reflect. The venue is the London School of Theology, which is also the venue where we’ll be holding our Big Chill events later in the evening. You’re also close to the main Summit venue for the following day.

Tickets cost £30 or just £20 if you book a ticket for the Summit at the same time. Just click through from this website to order.

Note: If you’ve already bought a Summit tickets, we’ll be contacting you soon to offer you Early Day tickets with the same discount… so you won’t miss out!

The YWS Early Day: in-depth practical teaching from our keynote speaker. Mark Oestreicher.

A unique opportunity to spend a day with one of the world’s leading youth ministry coaches, exploring together what it means to create a vision for our youth ministry that takes a wide-angled, long-term transformational view. We’ll look at at how adolescence is rapidly changing, how every context is different, and how to craft values that both allow for great practice and create space for God to move. A practical day that gives you a chance to take stock, learn, and dream for the future.

Mark Oestreicher is a 30-year youth ministry veteran. author of over 50 youth work books and the former president of Youth Specialties. In 2010, he launched the Youth Ministry Coaching Program and The Youth Cartel.

The day runs from 10.30am through to 4.30pm. It’s a mix of teaching, discussion, practical exercises and a chance to reflect. The venue is the London School of Theology, which is also the venue where we’ll be holding our Big Chill events later in the evening. You’re also close to the main Summit venue for the following day.

Tickets cost £30 or just £20 if you book a ticket for the Summit at the same time. Just click through from this website to order.

Note: If you’ve already bought a Summit tickets, we’ll be contacting you soon to offer you Early Day tickets with the same discount… so you won’t miss out!

Good question. You can email us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)... that’s the easiest and quickest way to make contact and find out whatever you need to know.

If you have any questions about booking tickets and payments, you can email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 01582 589847.