Family Ministry Resources Read in 3 mins How to Build Relationships With Kids of Divorce in Your Ministry Children of divorce may live unstable or insecure lives. They may not feel carefree, and they may be distracted when attending your Sunday school ministry. And that’s if they’re able… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 5 mins 5 Family God Sightings: Noticing God at Work in Families Today When we look at families today, it’s easy to zero in on all the challenges and stressors. But when was the last time you paused to notice the good ways… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins 6 Critical Reminders for Ministering to Children of Divorce “United we stand, divided we fall.” How many times have you heard this phrase that pertains to kingdoms, governments, businesses, churches, and even families experiencing divorce? The Bible talks about… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins Super, Natural Ways to Connect With Parents This post contains affiliate links. See bottom of post for details. Connecting with parents isn’t as daunting as you think. In fact, as children’s ministry leaders, you’re already equipped with… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Great Expectations: 3 Reasons Prenatal Ministry Is Important What’s the best time to begin partnering with parents? It may be before kids are even born. Cornerstone Church in Maumee, Ohio, has discovered the impact that’s possible when it… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
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 Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins 5 Steps to Take to Really Partner With Parents “Partner with parents”—it’s a children’s ministry catchphrase; it’s a tagline; it’s a promise. And I’m going to risk offending you by saying that it’s something few children’s ministers truly do.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Special Needs Tips Read in 3 mins How to Welcome Families With Children With Special Needs Being a new family at church can be nerve-wracking, especially if your child has special needs. Here’s how your church can welcome all families. Actively Welcome Families I was in… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Tips & Tools Read in 4 mins Crisis Stress: How to Use the 5 Senses to Calm and Ease Kids’ Stress Children today are experiencing unprecedented, prolonged stress since the pandemic began. Counselors and therapists suggest giving children their own tools to destress using the 5 senses. Here’s the scoop. Crisis… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins How to Minister to Children Whose Family Is in Crisis Use this guide to minister to families in crisis. “She’s always been such a bright, happy child,” the teacher said to me. “Always listening intently and taking part in everything… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Tips & Tools Read in 7 mins Building a Bridge of Support for Children of Divorce Forget bleak statistics about kids of divorce. Use this blueprint from a leading expert to build a bridge to connect to these kids. “Kids are resilient.” I’ve heard this said… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Nursery Take-Home Prayer Activity: Finger Food Prayers Teaching children to pray at a young age is important to their faith development. Here are 3 simple finger food prayers that you can send home to help empower parents… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 6 mins 10 Ways to Create Parent Connections That Actually Work Learn how you can create parent connections that work with today’s families. It’s a children’s minister’s fantasy: Every parent involved in your ministry. You hear weekly, firsthand reports about kids’… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 5 mins 7 Tips to Welcome Kids From Your Community to Your Church How does your church welcome kids who are simply dropped off by their parents or caregivers? Are you ready to welcome them, too? Some may call them “drop-off kids” —… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins How to Help Grieving Families Through the Death of Their Baby One mom reveals what families dealing with the death of a baby need from you and your ministry. In April of 2016, my husband, Josh, and I were thrilled to… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Top 10 Things Parents Value About Your Children’s Ministry The top 10 things parents value about your children’s ministry, from our exclusive research. 10 Things Parents Value About Your Children’s Ministry 1. Safe and Fun Environment Parents’ first question… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min A Calendar for Lent to Share With Families at Your Church Share this FREE downloadable resource for Lent with families at your church. Lent prepares us for Easter! It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends the Saturday before Easter Sunday. That’s… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 4 mins 5 Proven Strategies to Make Connections Between Home and Church Too often, parents don’t know what happens at Sunday school. Here’s how to make a better connection between home and church. Almost every Sunday, Mrs. Anderson drops her daughter, Katie,… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 7 mins 5 Keys to Open Up Faith-Building at Home Today’s parents are different; you need these 5 keys to open up faith-building at home. Use these tools to understand them—and help them pass on their faith to their children.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min 3 Tips to Welcome Single Parents in Your Children’s Ministry Single parents can live dizzying lives. They may be reeling from seasons of change and new beginnings. Trying to exist on only a few hours’ sleep; dealing with upset children;… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Free Download: A Daily Lent Activity for Families Family Talk Time: A Daily Lent Activity for Families Do you want to help families draw closer to Jesus and each other this Easter season? Are you looking for a… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email