Leader Resources Read in 1 min Inviting Adults and Teens With Special Needs to Minister Amazing things happen when we invite people with special needs to minister to others. As I sit at my desk and write this, my younger sister Annette—an adult with special… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins Children’s Church: How Is It Different Than Sunday School? There are two terms that often come up regarding children’s ministry programming: Sunday school and children’s church. But what are they? How do they differ? Well, that’s a complicated question… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins Deck the Halls: 10 DIY Christmas Decorations for Children’s Ministry What happens when you combine Christmas, a VBS decorator, and children’s ministry spaces? You get 10 amazingly creative, over-the-top, and super affordable Christmas decorations to delight kids of all ages.… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Special Needs: Covering the Basics Even With a Limited Budget Almost every church has children with specials needs who already attend—or whose families would like to attend. You can reach special needs families seeking a church home by implementing these… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Special Needs: Ministry Questions and Answers Read on for insightful answers to some of the most common questions children’s ministry volunteers have about special needs. Years ago, we were part of a special needs seminar for… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 5 mins 4 Essential Strategies for Classroom Management Here are four helpful classroom management tips for teachers that’ll help increase joy and effectiveness in the classroom. You love God and children. You feel called to teach and be… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 7 mins 5 Ways to Stop Shaming Kids in the Name of Jesus There’s no children’s minister out there who intentionally attempts to evoke shame in kids. But when our words or communication are misguided or careless, shame is often the result. And… Read More
Family Ministry Resources Read in 3 mins How to Build Relationships With Kids of Divorce in Your Ministry Children of divorce may live in unstable or insecure environments. They may not feel carefree, and they may be distracted when attending your Sunday school ministry. And that’s if they’re… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 5 mins Teaching Kids to Pray for Miracles We want kids to pray and trust God for answers, but when it comes to the really big prayers — the ones that need miracles — how do we pray… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 5 mins Discipline Solutions: 3 Ways to Get Model Behavior From Kids Expert advice on the best and most effective discipline solutions to use with kids. You love kids—that’s why you dedicate hours preparing for lessons and teaching them about God’s love.… Read More
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 3 Relationship Builders for Toddlers These 3 ideas for toddlers offer building blocks for solid relationships with young peers in your ministry. Construction takes tools, effort, and time—a building doesn’t spring up overnight. Kids’ relationships… Read More
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins Children in Church: A Senior Pastor’s Heart for Including Children Growth happens when children’s ministry leaders and senior pastors partner in welcoming and celebrating children in their churches. Spiritual growth occurs, and a congregation’s size can increase too! Most importantly,… Read More