Hispanic ministries leaders in Oregon Conference believe that youth ministry leaders play a crucial role in shaping the spiritual lives of young people. In May, Oregon Conference Hispanic ministries sponsored RED Jovenes at Holden Convention Center in Gladstone — an event designed to empower youth leaders to connect better with young people.
RED is an acronym for redimir, entrenar y discipular — redeem, train and disciple. RED Jovenes was one of three annual events put together by the Hispanic ministries team to equip youth leaders. This year, more than 100 youth ministry leaders attended.
Leaders play a crucial role in creating safe spaces that foster community and growth for young people. This year’s theme, "Discipleship," was broken down into three phases for the event: rooted, planted and fruitful. Jason Calvert, Oregon Conference youth ministries associate director, filled the role of keynote speaker and seminar presenter, sharing insights on discipling Gen Z.
RED Jovenes encouraged leaders to continue to grow and lead through great keynotes and seminars sharing practical tools to engage their youth. Leaders also connected with each other, building relationships over great food. Discipleship is about relationships after all. A group of adults from different churches came together and made fresh pupusas.
Youth leaders are on the frontline of spiritual transformation. These events equip them with the tools, inspiration and community they need to impact young lives. They're not just organizing events, they're influencing lives for eternity. Join Oregon Conference in continuing to pray for, invest in, support and empower the next generations.
The goal of RED events is to equip leaders, and, this year, more than 100 youth ministry leaders attended.
Jason Calvert, Oregon Conference youth ministries director, filled the role of keynote speaker and seminar presenter, sharing insights on disciplining Gen Z.
