Leader Resources Read in 2 mins 4 Helpful Tips for Preparing Preschoolers for Christmas A preschooler’s senses heighten while experiencing the sacred and secular activities of Christmas. Church leaders and parents often struggle to balance the magic of commercialism with the birth of Jesus.… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Free Christmas Game: Sheep Shuffle In this Christmas game, children experience what it’s like to be a shepherd and connect to Jesus as the good shepherd. You’ll need: paper plates balloons upbeat music Christmas Game:… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Thanksgiving Craft for All Ages: Gifts From Above In this Thanksgiving craft, kids direct their thanks to God as they consider his good and perfect gifts. Scripture: James 1:17 You’ll need: Bible full 8-ounce bottles of water (1… Read More
Bible Lessons Read in 2 mins 3 Quick and Simple Thanksgiving Activities Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so use these three quick Thanksgiving activities to bring a sense of gratitude to your children’s ministry. 3 Quick and Simple Thanksgiving Activities Activity… Read More
Uncategorized Read in 1 min Thanksgiving Snack: Mini Thanksgiving In this Thanksgiving snack activity, kids learn how they can show thankfulness by giving back to God. You’ll need: Bible (Psalm 136:1-2) paper plates rolled-up sandwich turkey slices Ritz crackers… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins 4 Handmade Volunteer Appreciation Christmas Gifts Use these four creative, handmade gift ideas to show appreciation for your volunteers this Christmas. Looking for a great way to tell your volunteers just how much you appreciate them… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Simple Family Ministry Thanksgiving Idea: Tree of Thanks Use this fun Thanksgiving Idea: Tree of Thanks with families or kids in your ministry. You’ll need: 1 dry branch (about 2 feet long) 1 quart size mason jar smooth… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Thanksgiving Service Idea: Love Challenge With this Thanksgiving service idea: Love Challenge, kids discover various ways they can show love to others. Scripture: “Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Elementary Christmas Activity: Bible Story Triptych Learn how to make a Bible story triptych with kids. A Bible story triptych is a three-paneled piece of art—the style has been used for centuries by religious painters. The… Read More
Family Ministry Ideas Read in 2 mins Give Families a Grateful Plateful at Thanksgiving Use this idea to put kids in charge of the Thanksgiving table! Expressing gratitude at the family Thanksgiving meal usually begins (and ends) like this: “Let’s go around and say… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Thanksgiving Craft: Pennant Pockets With this Thanksgiving craft, kids raise a victory banner to thank God for what he has done. You’ll need: Bible (Exodus 17:8-15) felt pennants (assorted colors) hole punch wooden beads… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Children’s Message: Cornucopia of Thanks Use this children’s message about thankfulness called Cornucopia of Thanks in a big church setting or any class lesson. You’ll Need: Bible (1 Chronicles 16:8, 12) cornucopia or basket apple… Read More
