OPERATION OMEGA STRATEGY

Operation Omega, the International Youth Ministries exists to equip the Church and the emerging youth leadership to Reach (evangelize), Raise (disciple), and Release (deploy) the Omega Generation for Christian service in the power of the Holy Spirit.

REACH – The Church of God of Prophecy has a rich and long history of evangelizing youth. We intend to both continue and build upon this evangelistic heritage through concerted efforts to insure that our local and regional youth leaders are intentionally and regularly reaching out to community youth and reaching-in to churched youth. This is accomplished through:
Youth Camps
Omega Conferences
Youth Retreats
Revivals
Y.M.I.A.

RAISE – To strengthen the discipleship, personal development, and ministry skill of youth leaders and youth. Discipleship refers to the priority of Spiritual Formation through spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, fasting, etc.), Sanctification, Baptism of the Holy Spirit and Gift Awareness/Assessment. Personal development refers to the priority of personal and holistic maturity (i.e. sound stewardship practices, honing of relational skills and servant leadership principles). Sanctification and Spirit Baptism will emphasize victory over sin, receiving the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and yielding to the Holy Spirit in life and ministry. Lastly the area of gift assessment and development gives priority to the development of spiritual gifts as honed in our churches and used in Christian service for the gospel. This will be accomplished through:
Teen Talent
Youth Harvest Training (Formerly IYC)
Y.M.I.A.*
Prayer Network
Leadership Development

RELEASE – To deploy the youth reached and raised in our ministries on every level of the field (local, regional and international) for credentialed and Church supported ministry. Our aim is to develop youth in preparation for service as Pastors, Evangelists, and Missionaries. In addition, we hope to equip our youth to function in the marketplace as tentmakers, strategically placed by God for the purpose of the gospel and God’s glory. Some areas youth can be released for service include:
Youth & Senior Pastorates
Y.M.I.A.*
Internships
Evangelists
State/Regional/National Directors