Family Ministry Resources Read in 4 mins The Top 4 Reasons Parents Avoid Church Nurseries These top 4 reasons parents avoid your church nursery may surprise you. The nursery was perfect. Matching cribs lined one wall, each with crisp pink and blue checked sheets. Developmentally… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 9 mins 6 Unique Stations for an Unforgettable Easter Outreach Event This Easter Family Outreach Event is a meaningful way to share the Easter story with families in your community. Minister to families through these six stations to help them better… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 7 mins 5 Fantastic Follow-Up Tools for Children’s Ministry Events Use these 5 fantastic follow-up tools for children’s ministry events—to get families to return next week. Outreach events can be a lot of work, but they’re worth it when done… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Saint Patrick’s Day Outreach Idea: Beautiful Feet Through this Saint Patrick’s Day outreach idea, children will share the good news of Jesus by collecting shoes and socks for those in need. Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 You’ll need: Bible… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins Ban the Rewards in Your Children’s Ministry Anything “spiritual” that kids do for a reward is an imitation of true discipleship. Here’s how to replace rewards in children’s ministry. Attendance has been low at First Church. The… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Keep Your Kidmin Substitute Teachers From Sinking With a Substitute Kit Looking for a way to keep your kidmin substitute teachers from sinking? Create a survival kit to help substitute teachers succeed. My phone rang early Sunday morning. I dreaded answering… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 1 min Kid’s Valentine’s Day Outreach Idea: Love Your Neighbor Day In Matthew 22, Jesus tells his disciples, “Love your neighbor.” February is the perfect time for kids in your ministry to show your church neighbors the love of Jesus through… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 9 mins Children and Spiritual Growth: Are Kids Growing in Faith? How do you know if children are growing spiritually? Use 2 Peter 1:3-8 as a guide to foster and recognize spiritual growth. How do you evaluate children’s spiritual growth? Do… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 5 mins An Unforgettable Royal Princess Breakfast for Children’s Ministry Invite young girls into a land where princesses rule and where they get to come face-to-face with the true King of kings with this children’s ministry activity. Imagine a world… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 8 mins Help for Handling Challenging Behaviors Kids’ challenging behaviors can be exhausting, but these tips can help you get your bearings and energy back. First, let’s look into the heart of kids’ behavior challenges. David was… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins Classroom Environments: Nursery and Preschool Essentials Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers have unique needs. That’s why you need to try these nursery and preschool classroom environment essentials. Nursery and Preschool Essentials: Safety Let’s assume your ministry leader… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins The Caring Checklist Your Church Nursery Really Needs Use this Church Nursery Caring Checklist to prepare for a Sunday morning in your church nursery. To send the message of God’s care for the “least of these,” you need… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 4 mins 18 Kidmin Organization Tips You Won’t Want to Miss “This year I resolve to get organized!” How many years have you said that? Well, now’s the time to turn your resolutions into meaningful actions. Take the time to get… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 4 mins 1, 2, 3—Eyes on Me! 9 Engaging Ways to Quiet a Chatty Class Need ways to keep your kids focused? Read on to find helpful insights to quiet your chatty class and 9 engaging, attention-getting tips! An effective lesson includes time for kids… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 9 mins 4 Requirements for Effective Children’s Ministry Teamwork Author of Keeping Your Head Above Water, Dave Stone, suggests 4 key teamwork principles to foster effective children’s ministry teamwork. When the waters are rough and a change of direction… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins Everything You Need to Know About Church Check-In Solutions Is your current church check-in process set up for maximum safety? Find out now. Today’s headlines are fraught with reports of missing children, child custody disputes, and children’s food allergy… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 6 mins 18 Winter Activities That Are Perfect for Your Children’s Ministry Here’s a list of 18 children’s ministry winter activities and ideas for kids, families, and teachers. Whether kids live in the north, south, east, or west, they all have one… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Top 10 New Year’s Goals for Children’s Ministry Leaders The new year is upon us, and it’s time to start setting some New Year’s goals. Maybe you’re planning to exercise more, eat healthier foods, or learn a new skill.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins Children’s Ministry Outreach Tips: Good News Events Professional illusionists, jugglers, and evangelists Ned and Joan Way share some tried-and-true tips for your next children’s ministry outreach event. Welcoming and entertaining outreach events come in all shapes and… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins 3 Sunday School Classroom Management Solutions With Preteens A Sunday school classroom management expert share insights on roughhousing, controlling crowds, and kids who just won’t listen. Q: How can I win back classroom management with preteens who hit,… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins 5 Children’s Ministry Resolutions Worth Making This Year As you make your New Year’s resolutions, resolve to do these five things, and you’ll open the door to better children’s ministry. Resolutions. We’ve all made them at some point… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
