Leader Resources Read in 7 mins 10 Important Ways to Fill Your Ministry With Prayer Use these 10 ways to fill your ministry with prayer—just as the disciples asked Jesus when he taught them the Lord’s Prayer: “Teach us to pray.” “God is great, God… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 7 mins In God We Trust: All Others Must Be Screened for Church Safety In God we trust…all others require screening for safety. Here’s why. On November 27, 2016, police were called to a church in Maryland to investigate something no one thought would… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Addressing Sexual Harassment in Your Children’s Ministry Here’s what you need to know about identifying and stopping sexual harassment in your children’s ministry. A seven-year-old girl was rudely awakened to the world of sexual harassment on her… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Earth Day Outreach for All Ages: Cleanup Committee In this Earth Day outreach idea, kids and their families help take care of God’s creation. Scripture: Psalm 24:1 You’ll need: Bible (try this kid-friendly version!) work gloves eco-friendly trash… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Top Tips For VBS Fundraising Budgeting and fundraising. Yeah, we know. It’s not our favorite part of VBS either. But having a well-planned budget is one of the keys to a successful VBS and the… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins 3 Graduation and Promotion Ideas for Children’s Ministry It’s that time of year again. School’s almost over. Summer’s almost here. And your preteens are moving up to middle school. In this bittersweet time of goodbyes and well wishes,… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 4 mins The Complete Guide to Choosing the Best VBS for Your Church Use our complete guide to choosing the best VBS to ensure maximum outreach in your community and impact in kids’ lives. Choose the best VBS by using the following 20… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 4 mins How to Teach Kids When It Feels Like Respect is Disappearing Do you ever feel like respect is disappearing from kids’ vocabulary and behavior these days? If so, read on. As I passed by a Sunday morning kindergarten classroom a few… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 5 mins 3 Amazing Outreaches That Share God’s Love With the Hurting Discover these 3 effective ministry outreaches that share God’s love with kids in inner cities, families, and ex-inmates. Where is Jesus? He is with the neediest of all of us—and… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Need a New Easter Event? Try This Unique Scavenger Hunt! Use this unique and meaningful scavenger hunt with families to teach the true point of Easter. Easter is the perfect time to celebrate Jesus’ love for us with the families… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins Found Them! Fresh Ideas For Your Easter Egg Hunt If you need help figuring out how to have a successful Easter egg hunt for church outreach that helps families find more than just candy and plastic eggs, read on.… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 3 Children’s Ministry Activity Ideas for Your Nursery Here are three children’s ministry activity ideas specially designed for your church nursery. These ideas explore love and friendship and even include a service project! 3 Children’s Ministry Activity Ideas… Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
