In this time of social distancing due to Covid-19, it is important to connect with youth online using the available social platforms. You may not be able to meet in person for Church Worship, Bible Lessons, Sunday School or youth group meetings, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose contact with your youth. In fact, in this time of uncertainty, they need your guidance and care more than ever!

With today’s technology, meeting online is easier than it has ever been before. Most youth will have access to a mobile phone, a tablet, or a computer. Not only do they have access, but many of today’s youth are already using these devices and platforms to connect with each other. In fact, you might have a few students in your youth group that can give YOU a few lessons on how to effectively connect online.

Best Online Social Platforms for Connecting with Youth Groups

08 PAX – FREE – Google Duo (Mobile App Only)
10 PAX – FREE – Skype.com * (Voice=25 PAX, BIZ $2 per month = 250 PAX)
25 PAX – FREE – u.cyberlink.com (Paid for more users. 30 Minutes Limit)
50 PAX – FREE – Facebook.com (FB Live = 1000’s PAX, Grp Video – 50 PAX)
100 PAX – FREE – Zoom.us (Free for 100 users – 40 min time limit)

* You can’t start a group video call in Skype for mobile devices. You need the computer version. However, you take part in it with audio only.

In the next few posts, I’ll give some ideas of games and activities for video conferencing that you can use with your youth to build relationships. I’ll give you some teaching ideas as well.