Next Gen Discipleship:
at Church and Home

September 18 | 6 - 8:30 PM | Midtown
September 19 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Midtown

You want to see your kids walk with Jesus for the rest of their lives. You know you have a part to play in that. And some days, you feel a little lost. Join us for a special event with Melissa MacDonald, a foster and adoptive mom who has spent more than 20 years working with kids. Mel brings practical tools, encouragement, and even specific phrases and ideas you can weave into ministry and your everyday life, no extra activities required. Come learn how to disciple the next generation with intention, right in the middle of everyday family life.

Childcare will be available for Saturday only.
Dinner is included for Friday and both breakfast and lunch included for Saturday.

Meet Melissa MacDonald

Melissa J. MacDonald is a seasoned veteran in the realm of ministry, boasting over two decades of dedicated service to the global community. She is a captivating speaker to audiences of all ages, an experienced coach, and a prolific author. She is profoundly committed to supporting ministry leaders and nurturing children's spiritual growth worldwide. Melissa has left her mark on organizations such as The Christian and Missionary Alliance, the International Network of Children’s Ministry, and the Global Children’s Forum. She loves kayaking, golfing, and really good food. Alongside her husband, Luis, they serve as foster and adoptive parents, making their home in Iowa where they are actively involved in their local community. She also boasts having the world’s cutest dog but admits she may be biased. Read more at melissamacdonald.com.

Event Schedule

This is a two-day event taking place Friday evening and Saturday morning. All sessions are open to anyone interested in discipling the next generations, though Friday night content will be geared towards those serving in Next Gen ministries and Saturday morning will be geared towards parents and caregivers. There will be worship, teaching, table conversations, and opportunities for questions.

Friday, 6 - 8:30 PM:

CHURCH | Serving in Next Gen ministries

  • 6:00- 6:30 PM | Dinner
  • 6:30 - 7:10 PM | Session 1: Beyond the Lesson: Helping Kids Hear from God
  • 7:10 - 7:25 PM | Break
  • 7:25 - 8:05 PM | Session 2: Beyond Behavior: Connecting with Every Child
  • 8:05 - 8:30 PM | Q&A

Saturday, 8:30 AM - 12 PM:

HOME | Parents & Caregivers

  • 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Breakfast
  • 8:45 AM | Child Check-in Opens
  • 9:00 - 10:15 AM | Session 1: The Parent Your Child Needs Most
  • 10:15 - 1:30 AM | Break
  • 10:30 - 11:45 AM | Session 2: Raising Kids Who Follow Jesus for Life
  • 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Q&A