Leader Resources Read in 4 mins Kid’s Ministry Outreach: 16 Ways to Connect With Your Community Making connections with people is what Jesus modeled—he met people where they were in life, he provided for their needs, and he gave a living example of unconditional love. Your… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 5 mins Kids’ Faith Milestones at Church: How to Get the Rites Right How well does your children’s ministry recognize the importance of kids’ milestones and rites? In many cultures around the world, communities commemorate important steps in children’s lives through a variety… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 5 mins 8 Ideas to Encourage Kids to Share God’s Love at School Want to encourage kids to share God’s love at school? Try these 8 ideas and see kids put their faith into practice. Crisp paper fills shiny new notebooks. Erasers are… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Fall Family Ministry Outreach: Pastor Encouragement Idea Check out this fall family ministry outreach idea! Celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month in October by leading this pastor encouragement activity. Prepare for the Family Ministry Outreach You’ll Need: Bible (check… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 6 mins 5 Volunteer-Free Fall Family Events Pumpkin patches. Hot cocoa. Apples. And candy! When temps begin to drop, families at your church may start looking for these treats and other fall traditions and festivities. Perhaps your… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins 3 Easy Ways to Bring Your VBS Kids Back to Church Happy fall! It’s officially that time of year when kiddos head back to school, and children’s ministry leaders around the country are gearing up for another season of faith-building family… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Outreach Tips: Intentional Ways to Befriend New Families Every outreach effort you undertake can be effective if you approach it from a practical perspective. Consider these outreach tips! Outreach. The word alone suggests a powerful connection and relevance… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 3 mins Do’s and Don’ts of Ministering to Families Affected by Divorce It can be hard to know what to say to parents and their children affected by divorce. So here are some do’s and don’ts on how to minister to families… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Whole-Church Children’s Message: A Friend Nearby This message is perfect to use with your whole church. Try it this Sunday to teach kids (and grown-ups) about the importance of having friends around you. Whole-Church Children’s Message:… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins 4 Ways You Can Double Your Ministry’s Impact Here are four simple ways to serve the families in your ministry twice as much as required from you. “If a soldier demands that you carry his gear for a… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Take Your Family Ministry From Being Optional to Being an Oasis These three questions will help you take your children’s ministry from optional to an oasis in your community. I traveled to Ndola, Zambia, for the first time in 2011 to… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Family Ministry Activity: Creating Family Timelines Use this timeline activity to help families celebrate their journey with God and to reflect on his faithfulness in their lives over the years. For each family, you’ll need: Bible… Read More
