Ministry Toolbox
Great ministry is multiplied by great tools. Below are some of the tools we use to reach teenagers. You'll love 'em!
SMALL GROUPS
Our go-to small group materials that are designed for students to lead students. 76 small group studies ready in print or in an app for adults to lead students and for students to lead their friends. Each study will get your students talking about Biblical issues that matter in their world today.
LAUNCHING A MINISTRY
The Launch Box is a step-by-step guide to help anyone launch a ministry at their local high school campus. It has everything you need for the first year of ministry. Great for parents, youth pastors, students, or anyone who wants to see God move at their local high school.
EVANGELISM
Bracelets with four simple icons representing the four points of the gospel. They are an easy way for students to express their faith and start conversations.
And check out our new THE FOUR BOOKLET for a more comprehensive evangelism experience.
Starting spiritual conversations can be hard. These simple picture cards make starting spiritual conversations easy and fun and help your message get through to their heart, not just their head.
Also check out our Soularium Cards - bigger cards for larger groups
With digital versions of a number of great gospel presentations, the God Tools app is great for communicating the gospel. You'll also find helpful training and tips on sharing the gospel with your friends.
The Connecting With God contains a clear presentation of the gospel and is designed to be shared and left with others.
TEAM TALKS & CLASSROOM TALKS
This folder contains talks that we have used over the years in team talk situations.
This folder contains talks that we have used over the years in Classroom Talk situations.
OTHER TOOLS
PRINTABLES
Comment cards are a crucial way to collect students info and better understand their interest. Even though we're in the digital age, most of our leaders still prefer paper comment cards
These printable handouts will help you communicate our ministry to others - especially adults
Here are some Cru logos and the Cru Style Guide to help with any promotion you do
OUR FAVORITE WEBSITES
This is a great place to get game ideas, meeting ideas, and encouragement to keep reaching students. Check it out! You'll be glad you did.
These guys know the culture our students are growing up in. All their stuff is great, but dip your toe in and subscribe to their weekly email. It's always a quick read that will keep you up on what is going on in today's youth culture.
Cru has been reaching out to teenagers since 1967. Find out more about how Cru can help you reach teenagers near you.
VIDEOS
A great place to find training videos and promo videos for Cru
All adults (staff or volunteers) working with minors need to watch this slideshow.