Ainis Statulevicius is a youth pastor in Lithuania.
When did you trust Christ?
In our church's camp, maybe seven years back, I felt the Holy Spirit and then decided to change my life. I am now trying to grow and follow Him year after year.
What have been the defining moments of your Christian walk?
When I started leading my own youth group, I needed to be an example, but I also had personal challenges. However, a group of believers helped me grow in my faith and overcome these challenges.
What do you hope to gain from participating?
The Forum has really helped me, my church, and the leaders I'm helping to develop. We try to incorporate the knowledge I have gained from Forum into our ministry, so now there are positive changes to our youth group: mentoring, teaching new leaders, etc. This year, I expect to learn even more about leadership, being an example to young kids and teens, and spreading the Gospel.
What is your ministry?
I lead a youth group for 11th graders where we dive into the Bible, worship together, and build a strong community of faith. Through interactive discussions, prayer, and exploration of biblical teachings, we aim to empower our youth with a strong foundation in their faith, equip them with the tools to navigate life's challenges, and inspire them to share the message of Christianity with others actively. Along with that, I mentor new leaders, helping them learn how to guide and connect with the group. It’s really rewarding to see both the students and the new leaders grow in their faith and leadership skills.
What is your leadership role or what were your past leadership roles?
I was a youth group leader and a camp leader.
Why should someone invest in your ministry?
You should invest in my ministry because I will be in it for a long time, spreading the Good News and trying to make disciples who can then go and make other disciples. With proper training, it will become easier to fulfil the Great Commission, and I will know more essential things.
