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Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ!



You are invited to participate in our survey of the Youth Workers of the United Methodist Church in the Central Pennsylvania conference. In this survey, approximately 600 people will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about your ministry, your youth, your church, and of course yourself. It will take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete the questionnaire.



Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.



Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Justin Nowell at (717)796-4929 or by email at the email address specified below.



Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below
 
 

* You are a ...
 
male
 
female
 
 

* Identify your highest level of education.
 
High School Grad
 
Some College
 
College Grad
 
Graduate School (not Seminary)
 
Seminary
 
 

* Identify the age group you belong to.
 
18-22 years old
 
23-29 years old
 
30-39 years old
 
40-59 years old
 
60+
 
 

* How many years have you been serving in youth ministry as a leader or the leader.
 
less than a year
 
1-3 years
 
4-9 years
 
10+ years
 
 
 
* The name of the church you currently serve at is called?
   
 
 

Church attendance on any given Sunday at you church is (include all services)...
 
0-50
 
50-100
 
100-250
 
250-500
 
500-1000
 
1000+
 
 

* The average size of your youth group is...
 
0-10
 
10-25
 
25-50
 
50+
 
 

* The theological orientation of your church is...
 
Liberal
 
Moderate
 
Conservative
 
 

* Your theological orientation is (stereotypically)...
 
Liberal
 
Moderate
 
Conservative
 
 

* Which of the followng general approaches to youth ministry best describes your approach?
 
I desire to protect youth from society with events and activities.
 
I desire to encourage youth to community involvment.
 
I desire to emphasize entertainment to gain interest.
 
I desire youth to transform society.
 
 
Personal Growth Section



Answer these questions below as follows. If you strongly agree with a statement, then mark your answer as "Strongly Agree", and so on for this section.


Strongy Agree Agree Mildly Agree Mildly Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
* I feel I make good decisions in my ministry.
* I am a good organizer.
* I am an effective youth minister.
* I know why I do what I do in youth ministry.
* I have a philosophy of youth ministry.
* I feel that my leadership style produces good leaders.
* I am a good delegator.
* Goals are regularly accomplished under my leadership.
* I regularly assess the effectiveness of my work.
* I keep up with the changes in youth culture.
Strongy Agree Agree Mildly Agree Mildly Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
* I try to do things in new and creative ways.
* I have made changes in my methodology based upon changes in youth culture.
* I am involved in efforts to improve our the effectiveness of our youth ministry.
* I have a good grasp of theological concepts.
* I am confident in my knowledge of scripture.
* My youth ministry is shaped more by youth culture than theology.
* I take advantage of formal education opportunities related to my field.
* My youth ministry is theologically based.
* I have made changes in my methodology based upon changes in youth culture.
* I read the Bible regularly.
 
 

Interpersonal Relationships Section



Answer these questions below as follows. If you strongly agree with a statement, then mark your answer as "Strongly Agree", and so on for this section.


Strongly Agree Agree Mildly Agree Mildly Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
* God is calling me to youth ministry.
* God's call was my primary motivation for doing youth ministry.
* I enjoy my work in ministry.
* Youth Ministry should not be viewed as a stepping stone profession.
* Young people open up to me easily.
* My youth enjoy spending time with me.
* It is easy for me to build relationships with youth.
* I am a good counselor of youth.
* I am able to motivate youth to follow my leadership.
* Youth affirm me often.
Strongly Agree Agree Mildly Agree Mildly Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
* I feel valued and loved by the parents of youth.
* I relate well to the parents of the youth.
* I feel respected by members of my congregation.
* I am using peers to meet my need for fellowship.
* I am using peers to meet my need for accountability.
* I want to be involved in the lives of youth.
 
 
General Priorities and Values



Complete the following statements indicating how important the statement is to you and your ministry.


Extremely Important Very Important Important Somewhat Important Not Important
* Developing a clearly defined mission's statement.
* Having a clear sense of direction for the ministry.
* Helping youth make a committment to Christ.
* Recruiting quality adult leaders.
* Quality training of adult leaders.
* Developing the spiritual maturity of youth.
* Empowering youth to do ministry.
* Helping youth be involved in ministry.
* Relating well to youth..
* Helping parents improve family relationships.
 
 
General Achievement



Rate the following statements with how well you as the Youth Pastor/Director feel that your ministry accomplishes the task in each statement. Please remember that this survey is not for the purpose of rating you, but to discover how to help and assist the Youth Workers in Central PA. Your honesty will only help you and others like you in the Conference.


Extremely Well Very Well Well Somewhat Well Not Well
* Developing a clearly defined mission's statement.
* Having a clear sense of direction for the ministry.
* Helping youth make a committment to Christ.
* Recruiting quality adult leaders.
* Quality training of adult leaders.
* Developing the spiritual maturity of youth.
* Empowering youth to do ministry.
* Helping youth be involved in ministry.
* Relating well to youth.
* Helping parents improve family relationships.
 
 
General Facts About Your Youth



Rate the following statements as accurately as possible.
Very True True Somewhat True Not True Once was true but not now Not Applicable
* Youth often disrespect me and/or other youth leaders.
* Youth are often serving others.
* Youth are often participating in public prayer.
* Youth witness publically about their faith.
* Youth participate in Bible Study opportunities.
* Youth take advantage of ministry training opportunities.
* Youth participate in small/accountability groups.
* Youth strive to maintain a daily devotional life.
* Youth are dealing with substance abuse issues.
* Youth are dealing with depressive emotional issues.
* Youth are dealing with issues revolving around sexuality.
 
 
 
What I like best about youth ministry is...
   
When asked about how well I am balancing my personal life and my ministry job, I usually respond...
   
What training or knowledge is essential for someone starting out in youth ministy? (what would you have wanted to know before you started in ministry?)
   
What is the most important quality(ies) for a Youth Ministry Worker?
   
What area of youth ministry occupies most of your time?
   
What is the most difficult aspect of Youth Ministry?
   
 
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this survey.
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