FIFTH & SIXTH
The phase when there’s never enough groceries, too many hormones, and a dramatic kid that needs someone to prove, “Who cares?”
What do they need?
- Developmentally
- They are asking: Who do I like? They are motivated by acceptance.
Respond by: Affirming their personal journey.
- They are asking: Who do I like? They are motivated by acceptance.
- Spiritually
- Provoke discovery so they will own their own faith and value a faith community.
How to lead at home
- Serve together as a family. Check out local campus projects and serving opportunities.
- Share personal faith stories (e.g. When did Jesus become more than a name to you?).
- Share personal doubts and struggles and how you handled them.
How to partner with the church
- If your child has been attending CedarCreek Kids, they’ve just been promoted to CedarCreek Students. Make sure they attend Middle School Weekends and help them get connected with the staff and Group leaders.
- Your incoming 6th grader is invited to attend Fusion Camp! Register early for the best pricing! Don’t let them miss the best week of their summer.
- Next Transition—Your 6th grader will soon be invited to participate in CedarCreek Student Night and Students Groups. Now is a great time to start talking about that transition, and encouraging them to bring a friend along!
