At the heart of L.I.T. is the belief that discipleship happens best through relationships. Families, church leaders, and mentors work together to guide preteens in learning how to pray, study God’s Word, serve others using their spiritual gifts, share their faith, and live under the Lordship of Christ. The goal is to develop spiritual disciplines that result in a life-sustaining faith. Through intentional mentoring and encouragement, preteens are learning that they are the church now.
We believe that ministry involvement is essential to spiritual growth. Preteens are equipped to discover and use their spiritual gifts through serving in the church, leading in ministry opportunities, and participating in hands-on mission experiences. These opportunities help students move beyond simply learning about faith to actively live it out.
Mission outreach is a key part of the L.I.T. vision. Through local outreach, evangelism, and mission trips, preteens are empowered to share the Gospel and minister to others in practical ways. As they step out in faith, children grow in confidence, leadership, compassion, and a passion for sharing the love of Christ with the world.
L.I.T.’s mission is to raise up the next generation of disciple-makers who know Christ deeply, serve faithfully, and boldly share the Good News with others.
Four Key Foundations of
Leaders In Training Discipleship
Faith grows strongest when it is reinforced at home. L.I.T. encourages parents to pray, study God’s Word, and disciple their children daily.
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Reinforces biblical values
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Builds lasting spiritual habits
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Creates consistency between church and home
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Strengthens lifelong faith
Preteens grow spiritually through relationships with godly leaders who encourage, guide, and model Christ daily.
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Builds spiritual confidence
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Provides encouragement and accountability
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Helps apply biblical truth to everyday life
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Develops future leaders by allowing their disciples to use their spiritual gifts
L.I.T. equips preteens to actively serve in ministry and use their spiritual gifts now, not later.
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Builds ownership of faith
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Develops leadership skills
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Helps them discover spiritual gifts
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Turns faith into action
Mission experiences teach preteens to share the Gospel, serve others, and live with a heart for God’s Kingdom.
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It allows them to experience God’s power when sharing their faith (Acts 1:8)
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Develops compassion for others
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Strengthens their faith in God
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Inspires lifelong missions and evangelism
The Result
Disciples who make disciples. When family, mentorship, ministry, and missions work together, preteens grow into confident disciples who know Christ, serve others, and become disciple makers themselves.