Bring a Friend: Tips for Preteen Ministry (cont.)
4. We follow up.
In our greeting room, we ask for contact information so we can call, write, or even hold a group lunch with families to say thanks for coming to our church. Because kids are integral in where their parents go, a follow-up can be an inroad for an entire family who doesn’t usually attend church.
5. We have Bring a Friend Night.
We make regular programming special by designating a day every month or two as Bring a Friend Night (or Day). This reminds preteens to bring friends without the pressure of thinking they always need to bring a new friend every week.
When we’re prepared and view faith-sharing as a natural, relationship-based process, we equip and empower preteens to take responsibility for telling others about Jesus.
This article by Brandon Early was originally published on ChildrensMinistry.com, © Group Publishing, Inc.
