What do you envision when you hear the words “Bible memory?” You may picture a Bible verse on the fridge that parents work on with kids at home. Or perhaps…
A picnic in the middle of winter? People might think you’re crazy—that is until they take part in the midwinter celebration you’ve planned for them. Delight the families in your…
Children’s Ministry Magazine is celebrating our 25th year of partnering with you to make Jesus irresistible to kids—but you get the gifts! In this issue, we’ve picked our 25 favorite…
What do kids say they want most from church?
Kids just want to have fun. They want to move their bodies—they want to create things—they want to play games. And…
Check out these 9 VBS kickoff ideas you’ll love for another amazing VBS this year! Don’t start with a fizzle—start with a sizzle!
So you’ve got everything lined up for…
Why preteens don’t come back to your church — and what to do about it. From kids who’ve done it — and how you can stop the exodus.
Each year…
Is finding a new curriculum on your mind? Consider these factors to ensure you choose the best fit for your ministry.
It’s that time of year when thoughts of VBS…
Use this elementary and preteen 0utdoor Bible game, Raindrop Relay, to help kids imagine the great flood in Genesis 7–9:17.
You’ll need:
4 buckets
a plastic cup for each child…
Playspaces can add value to your ministry and draw your community — regardless of your budget.
Considering installing a play attraction at your church? You-like many other leaders-are onto something.…
Here are 10 ministry must-haves in your classroom to help students of all learning styles to be impacted by God’s Word.
All people learn differently — regardless of age. Whether…
The top-four kidmin trends that could impact your ministry — if you let them.
Trend-spotting is best done by experts. It takes a savvy person to distinguish the difference between…
Use these secrets to make planning your Fall Festival simple and fun.
6 Secrets to Planning a Wildly Successful Fall Festival
1. Choose a director.
It makes sense to have…
Children’s Ministry Magazine Web Exclusives
In previous issues of Children’s Ministry Magazine, we offered exclusive extra content. This includes ideas and downloadables found only at childrensministry.com as a benefit to…
Use these 21 outreach ideas for kids to help them learn to reach out to their friends and neighbors.
At a recent outreach retreat, one of our visiting children decided…
Looking for low-cost summer program ideas for families at your church? You can save families money and capture their attention and hearts with these four ideas!
When tough economic times…
What place do bike clubs, karaoke, and hiking have in children’s ministry? Front and center at Ginghamsburg Church in Tipp City, Ohio! Find out what this dynamic ministry is doing…
Is passive technology the best way to reach children? Probably not. Here’s why the show must go off.
Imagine children’s ministry as a children’s museum. Step into its hallways to…
If you feel that kids’ sports are one of your biggest competitors, this article is for you to get a win/win.
Should sports programs be seen as a danger to…
Strategic follow-up plays a huge role in making the most of your VBS. In fact, intentional follow-up should be an important part of your regular VBS planning, right from the…
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…
Teach children about the woman at the well from John 4 with this active game.
Woman at the Well: Running on Thirsty Bible Game
For this game, every child will…
