Here’s why—and how—your senior pastor can become your strongest ministry supporter.
It was the holiest of holy times in the life of the church: snack time during vacation Bible school.…
Our team at Group recently sat down with a group of Christian mental health professionals who work with youth and families. As people who love and care for kids, we…
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?…
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…
This preteen Bible lesson is perfect for Valentine’s Day. In this lesson, kids experience conditional and unconditional love as they discover God’s love for us.
God’s love is infinite. Unconditional.…
When we think of worship, we often think of singing praise songs to God. And the book of Psalms shows us that music can certainly be an act of worship!…
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…
Use this Bible lesson to help children explore a fruit of the Spirit and remember God’s goodness.
Scripture: Daniel 1
You’ll need:
Bible
whiteboard
dry-erase marker
index cards
pencils
tape…
There’s an “Alphabet Song” for a reason. Putting information to music helps kids—and adults—remember more. The same is true when it comes to remembering Scripture. That’s why, over the years,…
Lacking lots of Easter volunteers this year? These seven ways to maximize a small volunteer team will help children’s ministry leaders overcome volunteer recruitment challenges and embrace new opportunities for…
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Connecting with parents isn’t as daunting as you think. In fact, as children’s ministry leaders, you’re already equipped with…
When it comes to Sunday school, do you need a fresh perspective?
It’s time to plan the new Sunday school year. As you tirelessly work to serve kids and families,…
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…
We believe the Bible is the inspired, authoritative Word of God.
We believe there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We believe in…
It’s summer! Your kids probably have a lot more free time, so why not bring them together in adventurous ways that’ll build bonds of friendship through fun? Best of all,…
Here are 9 simple and fun ways to help kids pray. Feel free to send these ideas to your families, or add them to lessons on the suggested subject…or modify…
You might be surprised to learn that the three things that’ll tear apart your team aren’t lack of creativity, strategy, or excellence. Take it from the Apostle Paul and the…
Do you want to make this your best ministry season ever? Here’s how to build a powerful children’s ministry by Christmas.
8 Ways to Build a Powerful Children’s Ministry by…
Find out what musical artists Shane & Shane are up to now—and how it can help kids worship.
Shane Barnard and Shane Everett—also known as the Christian praise and worship…
We’ve put together a collection of 46 Christian Valentine ideas that celebrate God’s love for kids. Use them at home or in your children’s ministry for Sunday school lessons and…
We live out grace and truth by identifying with one another through the heart-changing words “Me, too!” Here’s how to transform the heart of your ministry from perfect programs to…
