Hunter Street Preteens
Grades 5 & 6
OUR WHY
Preteen Ministry Matters
AGES 10-12
Preteens Matter
The preteen years are an important time in the life of a child as they develop their self-identity. Preteens build that identity around the one thing most present in their lives — whether that is movies, music, sports, friends, community, or you.
OUR GOAL
An Identity in Christ
During the brief two years in preteen ministry, we come alongside parents to help their child develop a self-identity found in Christ alone. We want to see preteens grow, live out, and share their faith with confidence by knowing what they believe and why.
First-Time Guests
We’re glad you’re here! When you arrive, please come to our check-in station at the Kid Quest Desk. Someone will help check your child into our system. First-time guests are asked to complete a registration form so that we have all the information needed to place your child in a Small Group.
JOIN US EVERY WEEK FOR
Sunday Morning
Sunday mornings for kids in grades 5 & 6 include two one-hour sections: Small Groups and Preteen Worship.
8:00 & 9:30AM
Small Groups
Small Groups are the primary place where we engage preteens in Bible study and community. Here, your preteen has an opportunity to be involved in spiritual development with other preteens. We encourage all first-time guests to attend a Preteen Small Group.
9:30 & 11:00AM
Worship
Preteens are invited to Worship in the Preteen Worship Room located in the Kid Quest building. This is where they will experience live worship and age-appropriate Bible study taught by the Preteen Minister.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
Midweek Preteens
6:00-6:45PM
Preteen Choir
This choir is where preteens can grow in their faith and understanding of worship as they sing and minister together. Each spring, the choir has a mission tour in the Birmingham area. This is a great opportunity for a “first step” into missions. The choir also leads in worship throughout the school year.
6:45-7:30PM
Fellowship and Discipleship
Large-group fellowship begins at 6:45pm in the preteen worship room. At 7:00, preteens break into small-group discipleship, studying God’s Word and learning what it means to own their faith.
Next Steps for Your Child
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Jumpstart Preteens
This is the starting point of membership for preteens at Hunter Street. We require all preteens seeking church membership to attend the JumpStart membership class. JumpStart Preteens membership class exists to help preteens understand what it means to be a Christian and to be a part of Hunter Street Baptist Church. Parents are not required to attend.
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Meet with Jeff
Once you feel that your child has had a genuine salvation experience and there is evidence of faith in their life, the next step after the Jump Start class is to schedule a meeting with Jeff Wilbanks to discuss baptism. This meeting provides a great opportunity for individual conversations about your child’s faith and testimony.
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Membership
Your child can officially join Hunter Street Baptist Church as a member (with your support and permission, of course) once they have professed their faith in Christ and been baptized. To do so, both you and your child will sign a Commitment Card to officially join the church.
Preteen Activities
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Trail Life
Trail Life is a Christian adventure, character, and leadership program for young men.
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Sports
Be part of a team with our seasonal sports: soccer, flag football, basketball, softball and cheer
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Arts
Hunter Street Arts Academy is a great way for preteens to explore and develop visual and musical talents.
Preteen Events
Meet Jeff Wilbanks
We want to partner with you in your preteen’s journey. Reach out to Jeff Wilbanks, our Minister to Preteens, if you have any questions or would like to meet.
Contact Jeff →