Family Ministry Resources Read in 10 mins What to Say When Families Grieve Use these expert insights so you know what to say when families grieve a divorce, terminal illness, miscarriage or still-birth, or the death of a child. Loss and grief, just… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 3 mins Streaming Into Christmas Vacation: How to Guide Families Through Today’s Stream of Online Content With Christmas vacation comes more down time—and screen time—for kids. This Christmas season, and all year long, partner with parents to help families stream good news of great joy into… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 6 mins Family Ministry Outreach Event: Christmas Family Fun! Want to foster Christmas family fun during this holiday season? These seven simple ideas can help! Set up all, a few, or even one of these activities at your church,… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 4 mins Practical Insights for Ministering to Children of Divorce With the high rates of divorce, it’s critical to understand these key insights when you minister to children of divorce. Reaching Families of Divorce The church can serve as a… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Christmas Video: A Free Gift for Families at Your Church Looking for a last-minute Christmas video to share with families at your church? We’ve got you covered! Families will love this unique, first-person take on the birth of Jesus, as… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 8 Awesome Christmas Tree Ornaments to Make With Kids Does your church like to help kids make Christmas tree ornaments each year? If so, we’ve got ideas for you! Check out these eight awesome ornaments we found on Pinterest.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Family Christmas Craft: Christmas Stars Looking for a simple—yet meaningful—way to decorate your sanctuary for Christmas? Using this Christmas stars family craft is a great idea to help you create a Christmas season to remember.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 8 mins Family Stressors This Christmas: What You Need to Know For some families in our churches and communities, Christmas isn’t quite as merry as we may assume. The holidays can cause additional stress for children whose parents are divorced, whose… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Free Printable Thanksgiving Dinner Utensil Holder Use this free printable Thanksgiving utensil holder at a Thanksgiving celebration with families. Free Printable: Thanksgiving Dinner Utensil Holder We’ve created a festive Thanksgiving utensil holder that adds a special… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Simple Family Ministry Thanksgiving Idea: Tree of Thanks Use this fun Thanksgiving Idea: Tree of Thanks with families or kids in your ministry. You’ll need: 1 dry branch (about 2 feet long) 1 quart size mason jar smooth… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Ideas Read in 2 mins Give Families a Grateful Plateful at Thanksgiving Use this idea to put kids in charge of the Thanksgiving table! Expressing gratitude at the family Thanksgiving meal usually begins (and ends) like this: “Let’s go around and say… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 7 mins Thanksgiving Ideas: 6 Great Service Project Ideas to Inspire Grateful Kids Check out these six great Thanksgiving service project ideas that teach kids to give back to their peers, families, and community. What children’s minister isn’t looking for an ultra-fun service… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Carol-oke: The Best Christmas-Cheer-Spreading Idea for Families Carol-oke is a fun Christmas idea that allows the whole family to participate in spreading Christmas cheer! You’ll need: Christmas carol CDs or other media a karaoke machine Carol-oke: The… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 3 mins 3 Ways to Encourage Thankfulness In Families This Season FREE song download…keep scrolling! Ah, fall. It’s such an invigorating time of the year with the beauty of fall colors, the cooler weather, and the anticipation of the holidays. Just… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Family Ministry Activity: Fall Mystery Objects (Take Courage) Fall can be a daunting time for children and families. As children continue to settle into school, many face fears of being away from home, facing bullies, or not seeing… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 4 mins 6 Secrets to Getting Parents to Commit to Your Ministry Here’s how to successfully get parents to genuinely commit to your children’s ministry—without eating up all of their spare time! Today’s parents are returning to the church, but they’re reluctant… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Family Service Project: Thanksgiving and Christmas Meal Boxes The holidays are a perfect time to serve your community. This simple family service project will help provide boxes of meals for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Family Service Project: Thanksgiving and… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 3 mins Quick Faith Builders for Parents: 12 Methods to Put Jesus First Parents need simple, quick faith-builders to help kids put Jesus first. Here are 12 tools you can share with parents to bring Jesus to the forefront of their children’s lives.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Large-Church Children’s Message: A Friend Nearby This short, memorable children’s message is perfect to use with your whole church. It teaches children—and grown-ups too—the importance of having friends around you. Theme: Friends Scripture Basis: Proverbs 27:10… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 6 mins 5 Volunteer-Free Fall Family Events Pumpkin patches. Hot cocoa. Apples. And candy! When temps begin to drop, families at your church may start looking for these treats and other fall traditions and festivities. Perhaps your… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Family Ministry Ideas: 9 Perfect Postpartum Gifts for New Moms A lot of organizations bless moms during their prenatal journey. But what about postpartum? When a mom gives birth, use one of these gift ideas from your ministry to bless… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email