A leader-in-Training (LIT) is a
high-school student who serves beside an adult Awana leader. An
Awana club that in lists the service of LITs is not only meeting
staffing needs but developing through discipleship, tomorrow's
church leaders. The biblical example for this can be found in
Titus 2:27b: In everything set them an example by doing what is
good... (NIV). The operative words here are set them an
example. Young men and women best learn and assimilate servant
leadership by having it consistently modeled for them.
Role and Responsibilities
The principle role of an LIT is to assist the adult leader in all
aspects of club; learning and developing evangelistic and church
life skills. Specific responsibilities are shared with adult
leaders. Awana strongly urges that LITs never be left alone
with children. A wonderful place for an LIT to begin serving
is in Cubbies or Sparks.
Expectations of a LIT
- A LIT must understand and complete Basic Training - leader
role
- A LIT must be an example to the children both in attitude and
action.
- A LIT must be very careful in how they respond to the
children, avoiding physical horseplay, never speak or act out in
anger and never violate a child's privacy.
- A LIT must be faithful to attend all planing sessions and club
nights.
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Qualifications
A LIT needs to be qualified in the following ways:
- 　Have trusted in Jesus Christ as his or her personal Savior.
- Be growing in his or her relationship with Christ.
- Be walking with the Lord.
- Be in compliance with the requirements of leadership in his or
her church.
- Demonstrate an attitude that is attractive to kids.
- Active in Awana 24-7 youth program, if applicable.
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