Prince Party

Discovering Identity and Purpose in Christ — a printable volunteer run sheet for the church to host this gathering for boys.

For parents

This Prince Party is designed to help boys know who they are in Christ and why they are here: to live for Jesus. The gathering is on 1 Peter 2:9.

Write their name on the letter from Jesus (see the sample letters at the end of this page). They read it at the table and take it home, so the Word stays with them.

For volunteers

Print this page for your volunteer team. The schedule keeps Worship and Prayer unhurried. Walk the stations before the children arrive, then pray together.

2-hour schedule

Suggested event window: 2 hours (e.g., 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM or 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM).

Heart of the evening: unhurried praise, receiving the Word, personal prayer, and kneeling before the Lord.

Before the gathering

1. Arrival & team prayer (30 min prior). Gather all men and youth volunteers. Walk through stations and pray together for God's Spirit to raise up godly, courageous young men.
2. Volunteer modesty & presentation. Volunteers wear clean, modest attire (e.g., button-down or polo) as a living model of honorable young men and fathers in Christ.

   Volunteers dress modestly so the boys have a living example, not just a line in the teaching.

3. Environment setup. Clean white or neutral table décor, King Jesus banner, shoe-shining sponges/cloths, hair comb/pomade, no open flames, and a verified food allergy sheet.

First gathering — night-of walkthrough

Part I — Welcome & Care (0:00 – 0:55)

1. Welcome (0:00 – 0:10). Greet each boy with a strong handshake or high five, genuine enthusiasm, and uplifting Christian music. Scatter petals along the walkway.

   Volunteer Heart: Boys rarely experience honor of this kind; it communicates dignity immediately.

2. Parlor / Grooming Station (0:10 – 0:25). Provide simple, masculine grooming: shoe shine, hair combing/styling, and a light mist of cologne.

   Volunteer Heart: This practical care teaches self-respect, dignity, and being presentable before the King.

3. Letter at the Table (0:25 – 0:30). Escort boys to their tables. Give each boy his personalized envelope with the Letter from Jesus. Allow time for them to read.
4. Dinner (0:30 – 0:55). Open with prayer. Offer a 60-second word about building strong, healthy bodies to serve God. Serve a hearty, healthy meal: chicken or fish, salad, fruit, water, and healthy dessert.

Part II — Worship & The Word (0:55 – 1:20)

1. Praise & Worship (0:55 – 1:10). Lead energetic, reverent praise songs. Encourage boys to sing with boldness and freedom before God.
2. The Word (1:10 – 1:20). Speaker brings a crisp, inspiring message:
   • Identity as God's chosen son and warrior of light (1 Peter 2:9).
   • Standing firm for righteousness, guarding their eyes, thoughts, and bodies.
   • Safe boundaries: good touch vs. bad touch, and walking away from corrupt media or negative peer pressure.

Part III — Crown, Ring & Holy Spirit Prayer (1:20 – 1:50) — Invite them to the altar

1. Crowning Ceremony (1:20 – 1:30). Place a crown on his head and speak this blessing:

   Spoken Altar Blessing (Crown):

   “[Name], receive this crown. You are a son of the Most High God, a royal priesthood, called to lead, protect, and worship Him.”

2. The Ring (1:30 – 1:38). Place a ring on his hand:

   Spoken Altar Blessing (Ring):

   “[Name], wear this ring as a reminder that you are holy, set apart for God's purpose, and called to walk in strength and integrity.”

   Boys returning for a second gathering keep their original ring unless a replacement is needed.

3. Kneeling Prayer for the Holy Spirit (1:38 – 1:50). Leaders and boys kneel side-by-side at the altar. Pray with authority and tenderness, asking the Holy Spirit to fill them with boldness, wisdom, and a pure heart.

   Volunteer Heart: Seeing older men and youth kneel before Jesus leaves an unforgettable mark of godly humility on a young boy.

4. Banner Photos & Dismissal (1:50 – 2:00). Capture pictures of each boy at the King Jesus banner with his crown and ring. Remind him to post his letter where he can read it daily.

Second gathering

Use the same 2-hour order as the first gathering: welcome, parlor, letter, dinner, worship, the Word, crown, ring, prayer, and photos.

The Word that night is Galatians 5:16 and Romans 12:2: walk by the Spirit, and renew your mind with the Word. The Holy Spirit and the Scripture guide daily choices, thoughts, and actions. That is how they learn to turn from the flesh and walk with the Lord.

If a child already received a ring at the first gathering, they don't need another. Children who are new get a ring. As they grow, you can replace a ring that no longer fits.

Follow up with the parents. Ask them to keep talking at home about identity, purpose, and a pure life — body and soul.

Body and soul

The Lord cares about their body and their soul. In every gathering, teach that in words that fit their age. Talk about good touch and bad touch, and about being wise with media and with people.

Scripture

This night rests on 1 Peter 2:9:

“You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.”

In Christ they are:

• a chosen generation
• a royal priesthood
• a holy nation
• God's special people