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SuperStart! is a high-energy weekend event in which

preteens can learn and grow in their relationships with

friends, leaders and, most importantly, God.

Preteens are at an age where they're starting to take hold of

core ideas for the first times in their lives - they're owning

their own beliefs. They're moving away from the blanket ac-

ceptance of adult moral judgment to the development of

their

own personal values.

The demand for preteen specific ministry has continued to

increase within America's churches over the past decade.

These preteens need more time, space and resources. They

need teaching that is specific to their age group - not too

young (or "boring," as they would say it) and not too old.

CIY's SuperStart! exists to help fill the void for this age

group, and to come alongside the church in a fun, inventive

way to reach students that are often overlooked.

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the SuperStart! Band is a passionate group of individuals who love to

lead students in live, high-energy, age-appropriate worship. students will

have the opportunity to engage in musical worship during each session

throughout the event.

the SuperStart! program is, year after year, everyone’s favorite part about the

weekend! SuperStart! weaves a story throughout each of its three sessions

through an interactive and engaging drama. throughout the weekend, your

students will learn alongside the characters on stage, how to apply biblical truth

and amplify the call on their lives to be Kingdom Workers.

the SuperStart! Amp Up! takes place 25 minutes before each session and features

large group games that allow for every student and their leaders to be involved.

the Amp Up! is hosted by an emcee who not only leads the games, but engages

students with fun, lively nteraction and entertainment (not to mention gives away

some sweet prizes!).

Small Group times are specifically designed for each group to connect and discuss what

they've been experiencing during the sessions.

plug n' play is a three-hour period on saturday meant for recreation and fun. the SuperStart!

staff recognizes that preteens, although they desire teaching at a higher level than children’s minis-

try, are still kids with a ton of energy that need time for play. plug n’ play is a time just for that!

each group or their leader chooses their own activity for this time.

the station is the SuperStart! traveling bookstore where your student can

purchase all kinds of SuperStart! gear to remember the event by. merchandise

offered includes: t-shirts, accessories, Bibles, autograph photos, and more.

pricing is communicated to your church’s registering leaders prior to the event.

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Our staff does everything we can to provide adult leaders with as much information as we can about

what we’re teaching the students at a weekend event. That’s a great resource for parents as well! As

you get your student ready for the weekend, take some time to read over what they will be learning

and experiencing so that you can partner with us, their youth leaders and many others in praying for

their hearts to be open to the message.

*Adult Leader resources are found on our website www.ciy.com/superstart under the Resources tab

Every group leader handles registration in their own way. Some groups stay the night so the list

below may not completely apply to your student; however, required items are necessary for every

student. You will need to communicate with your church or leader to know how meals and housing

will be handled for your group. Below is a list of requirements as well as a suggested packing list for

your preteen:

Christ in Youth Medical Release form completed and signed by parent or legal guardian

Bible

Clean clothes for Saturday

Basic toiletries (tooth brush, deodorant, etc.)

Money for meals and/or Plug N’ Play activity

(again, communicate with your student’s leader as they may have already handled this

through their registration process)

Spending money for the Station!

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We cannot stress enough the power of praying for your student while they are

encountering the Gospel and teachings of Scripture during a SuperStart! event. Below

are a couple of examples of what you can be praying over students at SuperStart!:

1. Christ in Youth’s mission is to amplify the call on students’ lives to be Kingdom

Workers. Your student will be challenged at SuperStart! to make their faith

active. Pray that God would speak clearly into their hearts how they can

become Kingdom Workers in their homes, schools, and relationships.

2. Some students are going to be hearing the Gospel for the very first time at

SuperStart! Pray that it would take root in their lives and they would accept the

message of Jesus.

3. For some students, this is the first time they will be away from what is “familiar” to

them. Pray that any home-sickness would be comforted and not able to distract

them from the teaching they hear.

4. The desire of the SuperStart! staff is to come alongside youth ministers and

leaders and give them an opportunity to build lasting, meaningful relationships

with their students. Pray that God would open communication between

students and their leaders to not only get tough questions answered, but build

the foundations for solid relationships.

5. Without a doubt, what these students hear or experience will bring up questions that

they have. Pray that they would have the courage to ask those questions and the

adult leaders around them would be able to answer those questions with the truth of

Jesus.

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We want the SuperStart! weekend to make a lasting impact in the life of your student!

Here are some follow up questions to help you talk through the

weekend with your student and continue the conversation at home.

Let your preteen teach you what they learned!