Youth In Cell Ministry

Joel Comiskey writes a ground-breaking book about youth in small groups, focusing on making disciples of the next generation now. Comiskey believes that small groups or cell groups are essential in discipling youth today. He discusses what is happening today in youth ministry and lays out its biblical base.

Comiskey highlights the felt needs of youth today, which includes spirituality, relationships, and involvement. He then shows the reasons why these needs can best be met in small cell groups that also gather in a larger youth meeting.

Comiskey’s writing is practical. He introduces churches that are effectively discipling youth today, such as Dove Christian Fellowship, Antioch Community Church, and Belem Church.

Comiskey explains the difference between inter-generational cells and student-led cell groups. He describes the equipping process for youth cells, as well as how to get started. Since youth ministry is comprised of cell, congregation, and celebration, it’s important that youth ministry is connected with the overall system.
Working with parents is critical in youth ministry and this book describes the process for successful interaction between youth and parents. Lastly Comiskey describes the errors of working with youth cell ministry and how to avoid them.

This book is a must-read for all those considering youth small groups in the church.