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Ministry Resources

Here at the USA/Canada NYI Office, we know and understand the struggles and demands (and immense joys!) that come with serving the Church. We aspire to help you get connected and equipped to handle youth ministry in your local church, district, and regional levels. Below is a list of ministry resources to help make your life easier. If you ever have any questions, please contact us at usacanadanyi@nazarene.org

NYI Charter and Ministry Plans
The NYI Charter and Ministry Plan includes the mission, vision, and values of NYI, as well as information for organizing, planning, and implementing youth ministry at every level of the Church of the Nazarene.

The History of NYI
Learn about the beginning of NYI, from inception through present day, in this document written by NYI Director Gary Hartke. 

Local
Whether you are a NYI President, a Youth Pastor or a dedicated youth sponsor, you can find the resources you need for your local youth ministry.

District
Are you a district leader trying to get a handle on your ministry? Check out our resources to help you on your journey.

Region
Needing dates to Regional Events, or your Regional contacts? Get your needed information and more by clicking here.

NYI Websites
Looking for a district, regional or quizzing website? We’ve collected a few over the years.

NYI Partners
NYI could not exist without the cooperation and support of many other youth ministry organizations.  Here are a few with which we work closely.

NYI Newsletters
The USA/Canada NYI Office produces a monthly District President email. Ever curious to know what is going on in NYI? Check it out in our NYI Newsletters.

Statement of Concern
This document offers some general guidelines and good practices to follow for youth ministry in regards to volunteer workers, adult to youth ratios and other pertinent safety information. A must-read for all adults working with youth and children.

Timothy Award
The Timothy Award is an excellent way to recognize those people in your church, district, field, or region who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to minister to young people.

Barefoot Ministries
The youth ministry publishing partner of Nazarene Youth International overseeing the product development and sales of youth ministry books, curriculum, and resources.

Youth Ministry Academy
Youth leaders now have access to specialized training in youth ministry, resources and tools for working with youth groups, contacts with other organizations and institutions that provide formal training, and all the tools that help them develop effective minister with youth through the Youth Ministry Academy website.

2009-2013 USA/Canada Council
The Council was elected at the 22nd Global NYI Convention in June 2009. Members are charged with upholding the NYI Values, and implementing strategies for youth ministry throughout Canada and the United States.