Holiday Read in 1 min Valentine’s Day Teacher Appreciation Cards Children’s ministry teachers and volunteers are so important! Their hearts overflow with love for kids. That’s why children’s ministry leaders like you thank them so often! Here’s a simple way… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 4 mins 4 Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Crafts It’s the season for sharing God’s love with others! Help kids say, “I love you!” with these heartfelt Valentine’s Day crafts for children’s ministry. Valentine’s Day Craft #1: Pop-Up Cards… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Elementary Valentine’s Day Game: Balloon Buddies Kids try not to “let down” their buddies in this hands-off, high-energy Valentine’s Day game. Scripture: Read Psalm 36:5-9. You’ll need: Bible (use a kid-friendly one like this Hands-On Bible)… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Lessons Read in 4 mins Preteen Valentine’s Day Bible Lesson: We Love as God Loves Us This preteen Bible lesson is perfect for Valentine’s Day. In this lesson, kids experience conditional and unconditional love as they discover God’s love for us. God’s love is infinite. Unconditional.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Valentine's Day Read in 1 min Free Download: 2025 Buddy Valentine Cards Looking for a cute Valentine’s Day gift for the kids and volunteers in your ministry? Or maybe a Valentine’s Day activity that helps kids show love to others? Buddy Valentine… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Valentine’s Day Outreach Idea for All Ages: True Love Bring some cheer to those who’ve lived—and loved—the longest with this Valentine’s Day outreach idea for residents at a local retirement home. Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 You’ll need: Bible (try a… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Martin Luther King Jr. Day Elementary Message: No More Prejudice! Use this children’s message to help children understand unity in Jesus on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Message Preparation Theme: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Text: Galatians 3:28 Martin Luther… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Martin Luther King Jr. Day Message for Preschool: We’re All Special to God Use this preschool children’s message to show kids how to understand God’s love for all people on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Preparation Theme: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Text:… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Elementary Children’s Object Lesson for the New Year: Goal Tenders This New Year object lesson shows elementary-aged children that discovering God’s plan for our lives takes persistence and dedication to his teachings. Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14 Elementary Children’s Object Lesson for… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min New Year’s Craft for Preteens: Creating a Living Memorial Your preteens will enjoy this creative craft that helps them remember the events from the past year—with a focus on God’s faithfulness! You’ll need: Bible (try this kid-friendly version!) a… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Preschool Game: Christmas Bingo Christmas Bingo is a fun game designed to spread a little Christmas cheer to kids who are not yet ready to read. For this fun Christmas bingo game, create nine… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Family Activity: Christmas Census Questions In children’s ministry, we often talk about the birth of Jesus. But we might overlook the idea of a census. These Christmas Census Questions help your family better understand the… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Nursery Craft: Baby and Toddler Keepsakes for Christmas Parents never tire of seeing their child’s picture, and they’ll love to receive these Christmastime photo keepsakes. Use these Baby Keepsakes for Christmas in your church nursery. Nursery Craft: Baby… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 4 mins 38 Smile-Inducing Ways to Say “Thanks” to Your Volunteers Use these creative and punny gift ideas to show appreciation to your hard-working volunteers this holiday season! Volunteer appreciation is a huge part of retaining great people—so why not make… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min 3 Last-Minute Christmas Ideas for Your Children’s Ministry You need these three last-minute Christmas ideas now that Christmas is just around the corner! With so many things going on, you might still be preparing your Christmas services or… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Christmas Craft Idea for All Ages: Christmas Cone In this Christmas craft, kids will discover how the wise men gave baby Jesus gifts as they make Christmas cones as gifts for their families. You’ll need: Bible 8-inch squares… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min More Than Time Fillers: 3 “Overtime” Activities to Try This Christmas With the Christmas season around the corner, you may see more families walking through your church doors. But if the pastor’s sermon goes long in “big church” and you have… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Lessons Read in 1 min Preteen Sunday School Lesson: Waiting for Christmas Use this preteen Sunday school lesson for kids to teach them about how people were eagerly awaiting for the birth of Jesus and how we wait for Jesus today. Find … Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Family Christmas Activity: Nativity Kit Families often build gingerbread houses at Christmastime. But have they ever created a tasty nativity scene? Lead this experience with families to help them better understand why Jesus is the… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Preteen Object Lesson: God Does the Impossible In this object lesson, kids will press balloons onto thumbtacks while they learn how God does the impossible. Scripture: Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 You’ll need: 20 flathead thumbtacks one 3×5… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min 5 Tips for Working With Divorced Families Over Christmas If you lead a children’s ministry, check out these five tips for working with divorced families over Christmas. If you work with family ministry, chances are you have kids in… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
