Articles for tag: SuperStart

January 1, 2021

Andy Hansen

How the Pandemic Impacted Christ In Youth

The beginning of March had a vibe that 2020 was going to be a banner year of ministry at Christ In Youth. SuperStart preteen and Believe junior high events were on a roll! The teaching and interactive elements were powerful and impacting hundreds of youth. Large numbers were waiting to attend the seven remaining major city sites in April and May. Plus, registrations were at a record pace for CIY’s Move high school and Mix junior high summer events. Hundreds were also prepared to participate in an Engage mission experience. Several new projects were coming together, and the culture and

August 9, 2018

Christian Standard

A Massive Movement of Kingdom Workers

By Andy Hansen The shockwave of the mass shooting that killed 14 and injured 17 in February at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, rippled through every high school in the United States. Not even small-town Linton, Indiana, was spared from the emotional and psychological trauma. Students felt the effects of the attack and rumors of a walkout circulated. However, a small group of young people who attend a Bible study group during the lunch period at Linton-Stockton High School prayed over and discussed this devastating situation . . . and came up with a unique and very

May 12, 2016

Christian Standard

One Girl Sends Help to Children Around the World

By Jennifer Johnson Kendall Kemerly was only 8 years old when her dad, Jason, told her about a little girl raising money for water wells in Africa. “I realized I could do that, too,” she says. “I decided to ask for money that Christmas to buy cows for needy people in other countries.” Today Kendall is 13, and Kendi”s Cows has raised enough money to give several cows to children in India. Although cows are considered sacred there and are not slaughtered for meat, their fresh milk gives vital nutrients to children with HIV and AIDS. “These kids need the

January 13, 2008

Christian Standard

Giving Preteens a SuperStart!

By Patrick Snow Thank you soooo much! I can”t even begin to describe how much of a difference you have made.” These words were spoken to me as I was finishing up a phone call with one of the most grateful children”s ministers I”ve ever encountered. What had I done to deserve such a heartfelt and honoring statement? I merely helped connect the gospel of Christ to her preteen students in a way they could understand. Many churches across America have been experiencing a loss of students in the fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade age bracket. If they haven”t disappeared, they”ve

July 8, 2007

Christian Standard

Christ In Youth: Calling the Next Generation to Christ

By Lindsey Bell A couple outfits per day, plenty of candy to help me survive those afternoon hunger pains, and more shoes than you can imagine””I was 14 years old and preparing to attend my first Christ In Youth event, a weeklong summer conference. My thoughts focused on the fun I would have with my friends. I looked forward to being away from home for a week and staying up every night talking with the girls in my room. I had no idea God was preparing to do a major work in my heart and in the hearts of thousands of

July 1, 2007

Christian Standard

Christ In Youth: A New Chapter

By Lindsey Bell They”re not children, and they”re not ready for the challenges of junior high. Fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade students often feel like they don”t fit in at church. For years, the church has had few resources to help educate, guide, and recognize this unique age group. In 2005, Christ In Youth launched SuperStart!, a weekend event designed specifically for these students. Now, Standard Publishing has joined with CIY to develop curriculum that challenges and connects with this age group. Based on CIY”s SuperStart! program, this curriculum will include leaders” guides, student pieces, and media. It will be true

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