In a cooped-up world where the great outdoors seems forgotten or ignored, why not lead kids and families back to camp?
Playing outside until the streetlights come on. Climbing trees.…
Cellphones are almost every hand nowadays. That’s why you need these 5 do’s and don’ts of cell phones in your ministry.
I remember when I was a kid and my…
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Use this emoji-themed volunteer training event to get your ministry volunteers pumped for a new year of shining Jesus’ love on kids.
As a children’s minister, you’ve likely invited people…
The kids in your ministry may not have a clear picture of what life in another country is like—or what it is, exactly, that missionaries from your church do. Yet…
Being a ministry leader is a lot like being a salesperson. Here are eight critical roles you play in selling your ministry to your volunteers.
Believe it or not, you’re…
Use this preteen Sunday school lesson to help preteens deeply think about the news of Jesus’ birth. Find more great Sunday school lessons to help kids grow in their faith.…
Carol-oke is a fun Christmas idea that allows the whole family to participate in spreading Christmas cheer!
You’ll need:
Christmas carol CDs
a karaoke machine
Carol-oke: The Best Christmas-Cheer-Spreading Idea…
It’s that time of the year—people are reevaluating commitments. And they may resign from your ministry. Learn what to do when volunteers quit.
You’re winding down after the busy holiday…
Here’s a basket full of 10 Easter ideas to help you spread the good news of Jesus’ resurrection with these new “egg-citing” experiences.
Easter is one of the biggest days…
Every ministry can be infiltrated, and every leader can become vulnerable. Here’s how to tackle the 7 most common threats to your ministry.
It’s a scary thought, especially when you…
Supersize your children’s ministry service projects with these 8 awesome ways to serve your church, families, and community!
Our goal might be to raise up kids with servants’ hearts. But…
Why and how to stage a mega-event extravaganza!
Sixty volunteers. Eighty hours. Two thousand dollars.
Blowing up balloons. Selling tickets. Passing out fliers. Making airport runs. Cooking meals. Hawking books…
Take your kids on a celebration of Christmas around the world with these nine amazing crafts from different countries.
The gift of Christ is for everyone—everywhere. And on Christmas Day…
Bullying. You may hear this word a lot. What is it, exactly? When does unkind behavior cross the line and become bullying? How can we help kids who are bullied?…
Use this lesson to help kids learn about how the Prophets told of how Jesus fulfilled God’s promise. This lesson comes from FaithWeaver NOW Sunday School. Find more great Sunday…
The two most common complaints from children’s ministers everywhere are along the lines of either “I need more volunteers” or “How will I ever get my existing volunteers to stick…
With VBS season fast approaching, now is the perfect time to pray for your VBS program with your congregation. No matter where you are in your planning process, you can…
In this Bible lesson, kids explore the fruit of the Spirit and discover how to have self-control.
You’ll need:
Bibles
timer
paper
markers, including red markers
Have a Color Challenge…
As you’re planning and preparing for VBS, stop and ask God to guide your thoughts, actions, and steps along the way. Prayer is, and will always be, the best way…
Every outreach effort you undertake can be effective if you approach it from a practical perspective. Consider these outreach tips!
Outreach. The word alone suggests a powerful connection and relevance…
