FourFiveSix.org: Great Ideas for your Preteen Ministry

What would it look like to have preteens OWN ministries? For the past 19 years, Sean has developed preteens to become leaders in the Church. Today on the podcast, he talks about a step in this process where preteens present their proposed ministries.

Laura Ottaviano is a BOLD leader who leads young people to not just attend church, but to do so much more. She even has preteens and youth involved in writing curriculum and running adult services. Today on the podcast, Sean talks with her about her book "One Giant Leap" available at https://www.giantkidsministry.com/ .

Kevin Libick was given the gift of ministry as a preteen, and it's still impacting his life. Kevin is passionate about equipping God's people (of all ages) for the work of the ministry. Today on the podcast, he talks about the Joy of giving away ministry. This audio was from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference in Houston, TX. Find out more about the next Preteen Ministry Conference at  FourFiveSi...

Sam Dragoli is a ministry leader in Reno who loves to help preteens know John 3:16 AND John 3:17. In today's episode, Sam talks about the importance of SEEING the preteens in your ministry. This audio was from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference in Houston, TX. Find out more about the next Preteen Ministry Conference at fourfivesix.org .

Should we give preteens direction on how to worship, or should we simply worship and hope they'll catch on? What is David's example? On today's podcast, Yancy explores this question. Get more information about the Preteen Leaders' Conference here . Get FULL recordings from past Preteen Leaders' Conferences  here .

A parent resource wall is just one of Sam Beam's practical ideas that we can use to connect to parents in our ministry, and to connect parents to their preteens. Get more information about the Preteen Leaders' Conference here . Get FULL recordings from past Preteen Leaders' Conferences  here .

How can you engage preteens from the moment they walk into your preteen ministry space? In today's podcast, Vicki Murello shares ideas you can implement THIS WEEK. This was part of Vicki's breakout session at the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. Get more information about the Preteen Leaders' Conference  here . Get FULL recordings from past Preteen Leaders' Conferences here .

Could Virtual Reality be the future of the Church? Maybe it's already the present! In today's podcast, we hear a portion of 12:30 Media's Carl Barnhill during his session at the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. Get more information about 12:30 Media here . Get more information about the Preteen Leaders' Conference here . Get FULL recordings from past Preteen Leaders' Conferences here .

Today on the Podcast, we get a short portion of James Powell's Breakout Session from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. In this segment, James shares some encouragement for ministry leaders about your calling and equipping. Come join the gathering of intentional preteen leaders at next year's Preteen Ministry Conference. More details at  FourFiveSix.org .

Today on the Podcast, we get a short portion of Melissa Whitworth's Breakout Session from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. In this segment, Melissa shares two things to consider when planning a memorable event.  Come join the gathering of intentional preteen leaders at next year's Preteen Ministry Conference. More details at FourFiveSix.org .

Today on the Podcast, we get a short portion of Hannah Bush's Breakout Session from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. In this segment, Hannah talks about her leadership's motto: "Bring someone along," and why this approach to ministry is a great idea. Come join the gathering of intentional preteen leaders at next year's Preteen Ministry Conference. More details at  FourFiveSix.org .

Today on the Podcast, we get a short portion of Patrick Snow's Breakout Session from the 2023 Preteen Ministry Conference. In this segment, Patrick talks about some of the barriers that we face as we teach preteens.  Come join intentional preteen leaders like Patrick Snow and others at next year's Preteen Ministry Conference. More details at FourFiveSix.org .

Today on the podcast, Sean talks with a new preteen pastor, Makenna Shrum, about the importance of evaluating ministry. Taking time to evaluate "how things are going" with trusted individuals can help as you raise the value of your ministry to preteens.

Today on the podcast, Sean talks with Kevin Meier of SeeKevinDraw.com about the importance of setting aside budget for exceptional graphics. Mediocre graphics communicate a lack of importance or excitement to preteens; don't settle! Aim higher! 

Today on the podcast, Sean talks with Carl Barnhill of 12:30 Media about the importance of digital media in conveying messages to young people, and four practical ways to do it.

Having Preteens welcome preteens is a great way to immediately set the tone for visitors that your ministry is a place where preteens are empowered. On today's podcast, Sean talks about several ways to do this.

Have you ever wanted to address a controversial topic with your preteens, but weren't sure where to start? Today on the podcast, Sean talks about a good starting point when you want to tackle a controversial topic...start with the TRUTH.

Today on the podcast, Sean talks with the author of a brand new Children's Ministry powerhouse book called "When You See Fireflies" by Janine McNally, and the heart behind this endeavour and her website, Grace4Kidz.

Today on the Podcast, Sean talks about the benefits of memorize a lesson rather than teach it from a script. In addition, he gives some tips on how to do that.

Today on the Podcast, Sean talks with Sam Beam, the host of a brand-new preteen ministry podcast that you should check out! Sam is young, energetic, and has so much to share about Intentional Preteen Ministry!

Sean takes a look at the way we introduce games to preteens and suggests that we K.I.S.S. long game instructions goodbye.

Talking with One Hope Canada on this episode, Sean discusses how their social platform for ministries can be used in preteen ministries.

Imagine what would happen if you let your preteens plan and run the next outreach event for your ministry. Sean did this in Indiana recently, and you'll hear about the awesome results.

In Episode 407, Melody explained how she got "out of the canoe" to try a new idea at her church. This episode, Melody explains the new idea that they are trying out instead of VBS.

What tradition needs to be scrapped to get your ministry moving in ways that are more intentionally aligned with your mission statement? Are you trying to "canoe the mountains"? Today on the podcast, Melody Pfeffer talks about getting out of the canoe.