Middle School Ministry for 5th – 8th graders
We have three different print Bibles we recommend for students as their "default" Bible. Girls Life Application Study Bible NLT We recommend this for girls age 10-12. This Bible for girls includes over 800 Life Application notes plus Foundations for…
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If you're not familiar with one of our "Wacky Weekends," here's the quick explanation: this is a weekend where we usually don't tell you what we have planned but we do tell you it's not a weekend you want to…
Evaluation As we have been honestly evaluating our Middle School Ministry, here are the challenges that keep bubbling to the surface: Students, (and their families), are inconsistent at how often they participate in our weekend services and which service they…
In the mid to late 2000's, a preteen ministry was formed at Mount Pleasant Christian Church and was called "fifty-six" to designate that it included fifth and sixth grade students. In 2007, I (Mike Sheley), came on staff as the…
With this school year, we are shifting from "fifty-six" and "seventy8" into "Middle School Ministry - MSM" with the alternate "mpcc5678". "Middle School Ministry" is the better terminology that is easier for verbal communication. Simultaneously "mpcc 5678" clarifies in the…
In adolescence, teenagers develop a new way of thinking: the ability to understand abstract concepts. This growth brings about questions. Lots of questions…about everything, including their faith. And as teenagers question their faith, parents can feel uncertain, even scared. Because…
Read More QUESTIONING FAITH: HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR TEEN IN A CRISIS OF FAITH
One common struggle among parents is they are afraid their teenager will ask them a question about God or the Bible, and they have no idea how to answer it. If you have ever struggled, you are not alone. We…
Read More SPIRITUAL QUESTIONS: WHAT IF MY TEENAGER ASKS A QUESTION ABOUT THE BIBLE I DON’T KNOW?
If you haven't heard already, Pastor Chris announced the "Return to Worship" plan for Mount Pleasant Christian Church in general here. There will be more information coming from the church as to the specifics of what plans, policies and procedures…
Have you noticed a shift in your child’s friendships as they became a teenager? If so, the transition is developmentally appropriate. Teenagers choose friends based on interests and likes rather than proximity, such as classrooms and neighborhoods, which they did…
Read More TRANSITIONS: HELP! MY TEEN IS LOSING THEIR CHILDHOOD FRIENDS
As your student finds themselves on social media or online games, they are sure to connect with friends or strangers. Setting boundaries with them on how to interact is key for them to use the Internet in a healthy way. …
