That's real beneficial to the youth program. If the church is lucky, it's located near a city with three church-related universities stocked full of students planning to go into some type of ministry. Like Hannah Bone, for example. The job can be trying with conflicting schedules, homework, another job and the travel involved. But so far the experience is rewarding.
Bone works with about a dozen kids, most of whom go to other churches in town.
After leading a Sunday morning class, Bone has some type of activity in the evening. A typical evening includes snacks, games, a Bible lesson and prayer. The church is too small for a Christian rock band or laser show. But, the kids are fortunate that Bone is a talented musician who plays three instruments and sings. After graduation Bone plans to go in to Christian counseling and most likely will continue in some capacity in youth work.