Dave Ramsey's Generation Change Program

Over the next few weeks, we will be using Dave Ramsey's Generation Change Program on Wednesday nights to educate your teens about materialism and how to handle money God's way. They will recognize the value they have in God's eyes and discover that there self-worth has nothing to do with "stuff". They will also learn the hazards of debt, how to create an age-appropriate budget, tools for making wise purchases, and the importance of giving and saving.

Our goal is to encourage a generation of change and financial freedom-young people who are thankful for what God has blessed them with and who are equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to be good stewards of those blessings. Throughout this study your teen may ask questions from the following:

Your Income
Your Debit and Credit Cards
Your Budgeting
Your Personal Savings
Your Personal Giving

Please know that by honestly sharing your money habits with your teens, they will be better equipped to become financially independent. It is never too early for them to learn financial responsibility!

The sooner your children grab a hold of financial values, the better prepared they will be. You can even give them opportunities to practice the principles they will learn by giving them responsibility in one or two areas. For example, you could give your kids a months worth of lunch money at one time and trust them to budget it throughout the month. Then, check in with them regularly to make sure they don't blow it all the first week!

We ask that each teen who participates in this program contribute $10 each. The cost per teen is $20, however our youth fund is covering half the cost. As always, if you are not able to pay this fee please let us know and it will be taken care of. Teens who participate will receive a workbook, t-shirt and commitment card for this program.

We are excited to offer this potentially life-changing program to your teens. If you have any questions, feel free to contact one of the youth leaders!