<![CDATA[The participation of young people in church ministry is an essential aspect of sustaining the church’s mission and community dynamics. However, many churches face challenges related to low youth participation due to cultural shifts, limited program relevance, and insufficient personal approaches that address their emotional and spiritual needs. This study aims to explain the relational methods practiced by internship students as an effort to increase youth participation in church ministry. The relational approach is understood as a process of building authentic, warm, inclusive, and sustainable relationships through two-way communication and mentoring that emphasizes emotional closeness. This study employs a qualitative method with participatory observation techniques. The findings indicate that internship students can serve as effective intergenerational mediators because of their close age range, communication style that is more acceptable to young people, and ability to facilitate a safe space for dialogue. The relational approach not only increases young people’s motivation to participate but also strengthens their confidence and willingness to assume ministry responsibilities.]]>
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