Is your volunteer team running ragged? Read more to discover ways to maintain the fabric of volunteers’ spiritual lives.
A beautiful tapestry is so well-made that rather than looking at…
If the “perfect attendance” kids in your class yawn when you open the Bible, read on to learn how to make Christ relevant to Christian kids who never miss a…
In your preteen ministry, do you know your preteens’ struggles? Your preteens will need a strong spiritual foundation to face serious distractions such as doubt, peer pressure, temptations, and stress.…
Every children’s ministry today needs a blueprint for family ministry.
Family is in. Marketers know it. Employers know it. But does the church know it?
After talking to children’s ministers…
Say the word “party,” and kids come running. Children love parties. So combine one of their favorite events with a biblical theme to make “Bible-Based Bashes.”
Bible-based bashes create enthusiasm,…
Wow kids with this incredibly egg-citing children’s message! Kids will learn that together and with God, they can do anything.
You’ll need:
a Bible
2 cartons of one dozen eggs…
Do you want families to return to your church? There are specific, proven ways you can make a great first impression on guests so they’ll want to come back.
Retailers…
How can we help kids radically altered by divorce, how can we help them come to grips with a new kind of family life, and how can we offer continuous…
16 sad and sometimes shocking stories from people who were hurt, offended, and more at church when they were children.
We talk about unforgettable lessons a lot in Christian education…
Imagine a ministry planning meeting with a different flavor. It’s not your run-of-the-mill gathering because it’s filled with some unusual characters. Look who’s here.
There’s the Little Red Hen, who—even…
The new face of sexuality includes talk about homosexuality, transgender issues, and blatant sexuality in the media. Here’s how to help preteens navigate these tough issues today.
There’s ample reason…
Here are four simple ways to serve the families in your ministry twice as much as required from you.
“If a soldier demands that you carry his gear for a…
We love Easter Sunday! But for parents of young children, Easter brings a change of routine and some extra stress. Here are seven ways your church can set young families…
Not sure how to support kids and their parents as they navigate divorce? Read on for helpful insight and practical examples of how to help kids and families process divorce. …
Social scientists have researched what happens when children of different ages play and learn together. And guess what: There are advantages for kids of all ages! Read on to find…
It’s hard to know what to say to kids when someone they loved has died. We may wonder: Do they understand what happened? Will talking about it upset them more?…
Hello, fall! Are you as excited by fall’s arrival as we are? We love all things fall around Group: bright colorful leaves, crisper air, and EVERYTHING has pumpkin in it.…
Feeling anxious about the rise in childhood anxiety today? Read on to discover what anxiety is, how to help kids through anxious moments, and what our Father God wants us…
From Group Publishing’s vacation Bible school editors, check out these 3 ways to make life easier for your VBS volunteers!
We know that volunteers are vital to making VBS a…
Advent is a season of expectation—we’re eagerly waiting to celebrate Jesus’ birth! This year, give families a simple, doable resource to help them anticipate and honor Jesus, and receive the…
Make dads, grandpas, uncles, and other important father figures feel special with 9 ideas for your Father’s Day celebration.
Dads work hard, play hard, and they like to feel appreciated.…