3. Focus on the obvious.
Before you accomplish some grand vision of partnership with parents, think about the obvious places parents want help. Transitions from elementary school to junior high, from junior high to high school, and from high school to college are all massive for parents.
Other times include when kids start taking sports seriously, start working for the first time, or have that first serious relationship. If a family is going through a divorce, death, or other traumatic event, many obvious and very natural opportunities arise. That’s when you can begin ministering to parents without the formalities of meetings and newsletters.
What tips can you recommend for a successful parent ministry at your church? Share them with your youth ministry colleagues in the comments below!
This article about parent ministry originally appeared here.
