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February 2026

March 2026 Snapshot

By |2026-02-25T17:28:25-05:00February 25th, 2026|Snapshot|

Hey everyone! Here’s your quick, easy-to-read update on what’s happening for youth and young adult ministries this spring and early summer. Ascent Retreats Are Almost Here! We’ve got three regional Ascent retreats coming up: Apr 24–26 @ Circle Square Ranch (Brantford) (currently waitlisted) May 1–3 @ Silver Lake (Maberly) May 29–31 @ Pearce Williams (near London) Each retreat already has speakers, worship teams, and planners in full prep

February 2026 Snapshot

By |2026-02-05T13:14:17-05:00February 5th, 2026|Snapshot|

http://youtube.com/watch?v=mrrJ08bsrxo&feature=youtu.be   Welcome into Febuary's monthly snapshot. As we step into February, a month often filled with many wintery rhythms (like shoveling)! we’re excited to share what’s ahead for when the weather warms up again! In the mean time don't forget to put the upcoming event in your calendar.   We have big things happening ahead: Today’s Teens Conference – Feb 28 at Bramalea Baptist Church Largest and longest

December 2025

Hightlights From First Hungarian Baptist Church Toronto

By |2025-12-15T13:46:49-05:00December 15th, 2025|ym highlight|

First Hungarian Baptist Church in Toronto does not have a huge youth group, but their commitment to following Christ is unwavering. Recently, they’ve experienced incredible blessings that remind us of God’s faithfulness. Pastor Dániel Püsök shared "We are thankful to God, that one young man, who left the church and the faith several years ago, came back to Christ and got baptized. Not in our church, however we are still

September 2025

Using AI to Adapt CBOQ Youth Curriculum for Your Youth Ministry

By |2025-10-08T10:17:20-04:00September 25th, 2025|best practices|

There are a lot of great curriculum available online (including the ones developed by CBOQ Youth at cboqyouth.ca/curriculum). However, likely doesn't always fit your youth ministry the best. Using AI tools (like Microsoft Copilot) can help you customize curriculum to suit their group’s unique needs—whether by age, group size, time frame, or spiritual maturity. In this post, we will use the CBOQ Youth curriculum as the example. Step 1: Choose

August 2025

Highlights from Iglesia Bautista Luz Y Verdad Summer 2025

By |2025-08-12T19:23:30-04:00August 12th, 2025|Stories from CBOQ youth ministries, ym highlight|

  This summer, Iglesia Bautista Luz Y Verdad had the joy of sending 10 of our teens to camp at Word of Life in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Their youth leader, Laura Elena, shared how deeply the experience Impacted their youth. “They came back like a family and they are more persuasive at the Word of God, and I think that’s a huge change in them.”  The Youth leaders have seen a

How to Use Student-Led Microgrants

By |2025-08-12T19:24:11-04:00August 12th, 2025|best practices, Uncategorized|

What is a Student-Led Microgrant? The Student-Led Initiatives Microgrant is a funding opportunity provided by CBOQ to empower youth and young adults (up to the age of 25) to lead ministry projects that impact their communities. Grants of up to $1,000 are available to support new creative, missional, and community-focused initiatives.  Who Can Apply  - Youth or young adults connected to a CBOQ church. - Applications must be submitted on

June 2025

Annual Mailing 2025

By |2025-07-29T14:03:18-04:00June 4th, 2025|announcement|

These are the items in the CBOQ Youth annual mailing. Theme Poster: “ON THE ROCK: Our Identity. His Foundation”—introducing CBOQ Youth’s new Ascent retreats. In a time of uncertainty, we’re returning to the foundational truth of our identity in Christ. Create and Cultivate Booklet & Action Plan: Developed with our Canadian Baptist partners, this resource encourages churches to invest in the next generation through four key priorities. Updated CBOQ Next Gen

On the Rock (2025-26)

By |2025-07-29T17:33:54-04:00June 4th, 2025|announcement|

In today’s world, we are constantly surrounded by voices trying to tell us who we are. Social media, culture, and even our own doubts can shake the foundation of what we once believed about ourselves. For many young people, identity feels uncertain—like shifting sand. But Jesus offers something different. He invites us to build our lives on Him—the solid Rock. He is unchanging, steady and true. As our Creator,

May 2025

August 2024

Celebration: Embracing Eras of Impact (2024-25)

By |2025-07-29T17:37:12-04:00August 26th, 2024|announcement, Celebration|

We are grateful to God for the many ways he has brought youth closer to Jesus these last 24 years. As we prepare to celebrate our 25th anniversary of winter retreats (Avalanche and Blizzard), we remember our past, linger in the present and discern the future. This year's theme is call to embrace the eras of impact both as a CBOQ family, as local churches and as individuals. With

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