Yourh CoRps Group prepares students to lead the next generation Youth Corps is a student-led group with the purpose to equip individuals to minister to the needs of young people and their families. Youth Corps got students involved in the training and teaching processes required for youth ministry. The organization's theme for 2001-2002 was "Elevate." "This year we are trying to elevate teens to a deeper understanding of God and His love," senior Philip Garton said. Youth Corps met regular!y to teach and train members and provide a time for coordinating events throughout their busy year. Operation Youth was comprised of teams that went to area congregations for a semester up to a year to aid with the youth group, resulting in a great experience for all involved. Junior Jeremy Anderson worked with the College Church of Christ youth group during the school year. "Harding's youthand family education program is superb," Anderson said. On campus, Youth Corps supported Theatron, a Christian drama organization. The group performed skits to inspire Christian living. Youth Corps even left its mark around the world by supporting Rudolph to Romania, a Christmas event designed to bring smiles and gifts to the Romanian children. Youth Corps planned to stay active with Harding, the community and world. "It's not about ministering to the future church, but ministering to the church of today," Garton said. Youth Corps worked constantly to support young Christians today, so that they are better prepared for tomorrow. -Cheryl Brand Senior Nathan Bills, a member of Alpha Chi Malachi, helps load boxes for the Rudolph to Romania project. This project sent boxes full of toys and toiletries to children in Romania for Christmas. Photo by Jeff Montgomery Dr. Ken Neller, associate professor of Bible, teaches a Greek Class on the front lawn. This year, Neller was the faculty sponsor for Alpha Chi Malachi, an organization for Bible majors. .c Youth Corps secretary Paul Cartwright, a sophomore, tutors a Searcy High School ·~ student. In addition to tutoring, the group also did an activity with area churches called ~ Operation Youth, which sent four or five students to join area congregations and assist '§ in youth ministry programs. <;., .0 192 organizations
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