...and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that isin you with meekness and fear.  I Peter 3:15 Philosophy of Maranatha Baptist Church In order to get an accurate picture of where our Youth Ministry is headed, you must first get an accurate picture of where our entire ministry is going. A Short Purpose Statement that sets our direction: ....that in all things he (Christ) might have the preeminence. Colossians 1:18   Our goal is to accomplish this through: • Exalting the Savior (God-honoring Worship) • Evangelizing the Sinner (Mission and Commission) • Edifying and Equipping the Saints (Discipleship and Fellowship) • Engaging the Servants (Ministry) Through the preaching of God’s Word and the glad obedience of God’s people we can accomplish His goals for our lives through His Church