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Sean Sweet is a 25-year passionate advocate for preteens and Community Director at FourFiveSix.org which educates, trains and resources preteen ministry leaders around the world. Listen in as Sean shares what's different developmentally in 9-12 year old and how they are primed to move toward a faith in God that is theirs, a love of God's Word that is theirs, and a walk with Jesus Christ that is theirs. Especially if the adults around them "let go and run beside". FourFiveSix.org LetGoAndRunBeside.com Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

Today's podcast will give you some great tips and insight into reaching pre-teens effectively. Pre-teen ministry is one of the most important ministries to have in our churches. We're excited to welcome on the show a good friend and someone who is a passionate advocate for pre-teens: Sean Sweet. Sean is a 25-year passionate advocate for preteens who serves dual roles as Preteen Pastor at Destiny Church in Rocklin, CA, and Community Director at FourFiveSix.org which educates, trains and resources preteen ministry leaders around the world. We're introducing you to a friend who will challenge you to rethink how you are ministering to pre-teens in your church and community. SHOW NOTES

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 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.

Are you looking for a way to ramp your RE-ENGAGEMENT of Volunteers and Preteens. One great way to re-engaging your preteen ministry is through special events. Today on the podcast, Rob Watson of CIY's preteen division Superstart! talked with Sean about the power of events to re-engage and energize a group of preteens and their leaders. In response to the shutdowns and restrictions that exist for many ministries, CIY has altered its preteen event strategy this year to provide a great preteen event that you can do at your own church. As part of your re-engagement strategy, check out FourFiveSix’s Event Packs, which contains 5 fully developed events ready for you to use with your preteens. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

If you like what you’re hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you’ll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today on the podcast, Sean discusses the new scripture memorization strategy that Destiny Church unveiled for their preteens in 2020. It is built upon the memorization wall, an idea discussed in Episode 135. With the A to Z memorization wall, preteens have a strong hook to remind them of the Scriptures they have memorized, and a built in method to keep the preteens reviewing the verses they’ve already remembered. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

If you like what you’re hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you’ll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today on the podcast, Sean talks about something he’s been learning during 2020. With the governors of states closing churches and, in California, singing being banned from all church gatherings, many people, including Sean, have struggled with understanding how to and when to submit to authority. In this podcast, Sean shares different Scriptures that have guided his thinking about this topic, and he shares about how understanding “spheres of authority” has helped him to reconcile verses that say, “We should obey God and not man,” and verses that talk about “submitting to authority.” Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

If you like what you’re hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you’ll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today on the podcast, Sean talks with Heidi Winters from Eastridge Church in Oregon. While many have talked about preteens “checking out” on ZOOM meetings lately, Heidi has been using a technique which has engaged preteens during this time in a unique way. By placing elements of the ZOOM services in the preteens’ hands to lead, she has discovered a way to engage them. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

If you like what you’re hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you’ll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today on the podcast, Sean talks with Rob Quinn, a preteen ministry director in Saginaw, Michigan about lessons he learned about preteen ministry and ministry leadership in 2020 during COVID-19 and Shelter In Place orders. Rob and Sean discusses the difficulties of this season and how his church has redefined the role of ministry to be a support for families who are navigating this season. Rob discusses the issues around trying to equip parents by “throwing darts at a dartboard” instead of being more intentional in providing help that parents really need, and some of the key lessons that his team has learned in this season. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

If you like what you’re hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you’ll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today on the podcast, Sean talks with James Powell from the Brooklyn Tabernacle in New York about lessons he learned about preteen ministry and ministry leadership in 2020 during COVID-19 and Shelter In Place orders. James’ church has been touched profoundly by the effects of COVID as they are located in the heart of NYC. On the podcast, he discusses how the unique challenges of this year has helped to adjust his entire view of ministry. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org.

In this episode, Sean Sweet shares about preteen ministry and his specific experience helping his own church develop a thriving preteen ministry. Sean also gives some specific insight into FourFiveSix, a ministry of Destiny Church in Rocklin, CA, focused on community, training, and resources for preteen leaders around the nation. Sean Sweet Connect with Sean […] The post Episode 187: Preteen Ministry with Sean Sweet appeared first on nickblevins.com.

Today on the podcast, Sean speaks with Ryan Frank regarding MegaCon and the Preteen HQ. R Ryan, the leader of KidMin, speaks about his heart behind the Preteen HQ that was added to MegaCon at the 2019 conference. Have you ever wondered what conference to attend as a preteen ministry leader? Children’s conferences just don’t seem to have the necessary resources you are looking for. Maybe think about attending next year’s MegaCon 2020 which will occur October 6-8. This is a conference you don’t want to miss. Last year, KidMin introduced the Preteen HQ which focused on preteen ministries. With the help of FourFiveSix they put together a preteen focused conference inside of the children’s conference. The resources offered in this area are geared toward your preteen ministry. If you are interested in the Onference click here. If you want more information regarding MegaCon 2020 and the Preteen HQ click here. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

Today on the podcast, Sean speaks with Robert Quinn who is involved in the FourFiveSix Level 3 Peer Group. Robert just started a week ago, a Facebook community page for FourFiveSix. This came out of the thought that community and communication among ministries was a necessary aspect that the peer group felt was needed in preteen ministry. After just one-week people have already started sharing curriculum ideas and sharing summer VBS ideas. It offers a place to share pictures of things that are happening in your ministry. It is all about community. The vision behind it was a place for preteen leaders and pastors could come together and share ideas, thoughts, prayers for each other, and connect with each other. One thing that Robert has learned while ministering with his wife is networking and community is the best way to grow. By reaching out to others and sharing with one and another you can grown your ministry. People are the best resources when it comes to preteen ministry. If you are interested in joining the Facebook community click here. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

Today on the podcast, Sean speaks about the idea of having preteens serving the younger students as a means of serving and ministering to preteens. Sean believes that this idea of having the preteens serving the younger students is a great FIRST STEP of beginning a ministry to preteens, especially when you don't have the resources to have a separate ministry for the preteens. FourFiveSix has lots of great information about how to start a preteen leadership program. Sean emphasizes that this is a great first step, but it is definitely not the last step. Sean explains there is more to the ministry like spiritual development for the preteens. He poses the question, what are you doing to engage preteens beyond allowing them to serve? Check out fourfivesix.org/bike and THIS PAGE which discusses six ministry techniques to help preteens step into faith-ownership. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast?  Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

Today on the podcast, Sean and Makenna discuss the new Diamond Collector Card Game developed by FourFiveSix. The card game was developed to help preteens talk about the pressures in their lives. There are three different colors that focus on specific pressures: red cards focus on pressures from God, green cards focus on pressures from peers blue cards focus on the pressures from authorities. These cards can be used a couple different ways. The Diamond Collector Game, where you are trying to create diamonds by using the pressure cards and the rock truth cards in your caves. In addition to the rock and pressure cards there are effect cards that can change things that occur during the game when they are activated. The goal of the game is to earn more diamonds than everyone else. A game similar to Apples to Apples. The first person puts out a pressure card and everyone else looks at their Rock Cards (bible verse cards) and turns one in that they feel would be helpful in the pressure situation. The person who placed the pressure card then reads the rock cards and decides which one best matches the pressure and they award diamonds to the winning card. Small Group discussion about pressures. There are also Small Group Discussion Questions included with the cards that can be used over the course of four weeks. The cards can be purchased at diamondcollectorcards.com or for ministry leaders you can go to fourfivesix.org/diamonds where you can purchase a 100-ministry pack which is enough for 5 students. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. This is a leadership concept which, if implemented, can help to take your ministry to a new level of effectiveness.   You don't have to do everything just because it works. Sometimes a thing that works can actually be a negative for your ministry. Today on the podcast, Sean talks about evaluating the things that are taking place in your ministry and then taking action to accentuate the positive! Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

BRILLIANTLY BRAVE Episode #16 - "Why Middle School Grades Matter More Than Any Other" with Sean Sweet, Founder of the Preteen Leaders Conference and the Onference, co-founder of FourFiveSix, Preteen Pastor at Destiny Christian Church, and more importantly, a husband and father of 3 beloved kids. We discuss how critical grades 4, 5, and 6 are in the development of our kids faith and values. We also learn to understand the 'Bike' model of ministry. Find our blog at BrilliantlyBraveParenting.com or on Facebook at #BrilliantlyBraveParenting --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brilliantlybraveparenting/support

Today on the podcast Sean talks with Terry Bohlman, the Facilities Director at Destiny Church. Sometimes, you can hear great ideas for your ministry to preteens in unexpected places. You never know what somebody will say when you ask “What do you think is a good idea for preteen ministry?” That's what happened on today's podcast. As Terry and his crew were working in and around the FourFiveSix office, Sean asked Terry this question. His answer was great, and he asked Terry to come and record his thoughts. Enjoy today's light-hearted recording with the “preteen ministry expert” and “chief cheese incarnate” Terry Bohlman. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. When a baby learns language, they don't learn by hearing definitions or reading the dictionary. They learn through example. Preteens are at an age where they are just starting to understand abstract concepts. Many of the concepts we want to teach them about God, the Bible, and Christian living are abstract. These concepts are not outside of preteens' grasp – they just need a step stool to reach them. Real-life examples can be the step stools in your teaching, helping preteens to reach concepts that otherwise might be outside their grasp. Today on the podcast, Chris and Sean share a couple examples of examples, and discuss how this has been an effective part of their teaching of God's Word to preteens. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. This week, Chris and Sean will be co-hosting the podcast. They start off this week by sharing a great idea they've seen in other ministries and are planning to implement in their preteen ministry (Elevate) this next year. One of the best ways to teach preteens something is by having them do it. If we want to teach them that prayer in important, but we never give them opportunities TO pray, then what we are actually teaching is that prayer is not THAT important. The method is the message. Today on the podcast, Sean and Chris share a way that they are planning to use this year to teach that prayer is important: by intentionally setting aside time each week to pray before service even begins. What plans do you have for next year in your ministry to preteens? Share your great ideas in the comment section below. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Here's a fun game idea, that can be easily adjusted to match your group's dynamics. During pre-service, dress up and play the part of an investigative reporter. In Elevate (our preteen ministry), he was named Phillip Horchata. Philip walks around asking randomly selected leaders and preteens to fill in the blanks on ONE prewritten sentence. These are the WITNESSES. Here are some example sentences: When I eat a PB&J sandwich, it makes me ____________. If Peanut Butter and Jelly got into a fight, it would be ____________. Every Christmas, I dream of peanut butter and jelly __________. If peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were a song, it would be ___________. Peanuts are Brown, Jelly is Red, Sandwiches are _______________. Phillip records the name of the person filling in the blank for each sentence as well as their answer. He then writes down an alternate answer of his own creation next to the answer being given. When service starts, and it's time to play the game, Phillip Horchata comes to the stage and announces that he has been on the case of the missing peanut butter and jelly sandwich. He has narrowed it down to two suspects. He calls the two unsuspecting suspects to the stage, and says he has devised a test to see which of the two is GUILTY of the crime. Then, Phillip calls forward one witness at a time, reads their sentence and gives both his/her real answer as well as the alternate answer. The suspects have to guess which answer they think was given by the witness, and which answer is the fake. If the suspect is correct, they earn a point. The first suspect to 3 points has proven their innocence. He or she receives a prize. The guilty suspect is given some kind of consequence. In Elevate, our “guilty” suspect had to wear PB&J bagel handcuffs. Listen to today's podcast for more details about playing this fun game! Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Today, Sean talks about taking “The parable of sower” and making into something that can be seen (and tasted) in your preteen ministry. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Free time at camp is a BAD idea for preteens, unless it's done correctly – then it can become a great idea. Preteens are moving from early childhood (where free time at camp is a recipe for disaster) towards adolescence (where free time at camp is a necessary ingredient). How do we balance preteen's felt need for free time and the safety issues involved in giving preteens free time? Today on the podcast, Sean shares 4 ideas how they've made free time work for their preteen camp: The right time-frame (what part of the day and for how long?) A strict buddy system and buddy-switching policy Clear boundaries as to where preteens can go A “No Cabin Hang-Out” rule   Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Have you considered having your midweek evening service for preteens outside? Today on the podcast, Sean discusses the idea of having a campfire night, which his preteen ministry does twice a year. If you aren't signed up for the weekly newsletter yet, get signed up today. Check out the Deeply Rooted Curriculum, made especially for ministry to preteens. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

If you like what you're hearing, subscribe to the FourFiveSix podcast by clicking here and you'll get great ideas for your preteen ministry four, five, or six times a week. Looking for a new camp/VBS experience for your preteens this summer? Check out UWSM, a ministry that will come to your church and run a sports camp. On today's podcast, Sean talks with Louie about UWSM and how they can partner with your church this summer! We recently heard from Louie when he talked about leading a preteen retreat weekend. Have a question about preteen ministry or a unique preteen ministry idea that we can feature on our podcast? Send it to podcast@fourfivesix.org. Looking for a great community of preteen leaders that you can plug into? Join us at http://fourfivesix.org/.

How do you turn a visiting preteen into a regular part of your preteen ministry community? On today’s episode of the FourFiveSix.org podcast, you’ll hear four different ways to connect with preteens and their parents after they’ve visited your ministry for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th time. Recently, Sean did a Periscope to talk […]