Tag: Children’s Ministry

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Top 10 Changes to Kidmin Post-COVID-19

COVID-19 has changed the world we live in. By now, you might be tired of hearing the term “new normal.” What does it really mean? How much have life and…

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5 Red Flags for Curriculum

There are so many curriculum options out there. How do you choose? While your church likely has specific needs for your ministry context, there are universal features that can make…

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Partnering With Families

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5 Can’t-Miss Family Ministry Secrets From Ministry Experts

We’ve asked experts on family ministry for their tips to help you connect with families. Here are five can’t-miss secrets from the experts. We have some good news and some…

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Kids Should Be Seen and Heard: 5 Ways to Make Conversation Part of Your Ministry

Conversations with kids are free, require no supplies, and are a snap to drop into a lesson. And, best of all, they deliver huge value! At Group, we make conversations…

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The Top 3 Secrets of Happy Children’s Ministry Teachers

For these teachers, the road to teaching is a true adventure. And they have a few secrets to share with all of us. Teachers come in all personality types, from…

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Should Your Ministry Try to Reach Kids—Or Their Parents?

Who should you spend all your time, money, programs, and effort on — kids or parents? Find out from one of the most innovative children’s ministries in America. Here’s a…

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10 Ways to Make a Great First Impression With Guests

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…

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Age Level

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8 Exciting Back-to-School Bible Activities

8 fun back to school Bible activities to help kids break the ice, build cooperation, sprout friendships, learn compassion, and reach for God! Every new school year brings with it…

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7 Ways to Avoid the Brink of Burnout

Sometimes we get to the point where we just want a way out of our “ministry lives.” Burnout is real and impacts almost everyone at some point. What then? There…

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How to Pick a Winning Children’s Ministry Curriculum

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 curriculum…

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24 Wet and Wild Summer Ideas for Children’s Ministry

Use these wet and wild summer ideas for your children’s ministry! We’ve got plenty of mix-and-match summer ideas to help you keep kids shrieking in delight with wild, wet fun…

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13 Recruiting Secrets From a Children’s Ministry Veteran

Roger Mailand has the recruiting secrets from a veteran that we’ve all been looking for! For over two decades, he has been the minister of education and youth at St.…

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5 Ways NOT to Choose Your Next Curriculum

Choosing curriculum is a high privilege for children’s ministers. Doing so means they get to determine a path of study that’ll ultimately help the kids in their ministry not only…

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Two Brainstorming Games for Your Children’s Ministry Team

Have you ever felt like your well of children’s ministry ideas has run dry? These two creative brainstorming games will have your team overflowing with ideas in no time.  Two…

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New Curriculum? Turn Your Volunteer’s Frown Upside Down

Is your new curriculum not a fan-favorite of your volunteers? Here’s how to turn your volunteer’s frown upside down! It was my first education committee meeting at a new church,…

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25 Ways to Refresh Yourself in Ministry

Ministry Leadership: God needs us to be refreshed, restored, refueled, and ready to minister to children for him. Here are 25 ways to refill your cup. This is a bit…

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Partnering With Families

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Practical Tools: How to Help Hurting Families

Expert insights for helping families facing displacement, a serious diagnosis, the death of a child, and divorce. All the families you minister to are precious—and many are dealing with struggles…

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16 Ways for Senior Pastors to Build Relationships with Children

There are many ways for senior pastors to build strong relationships with children in your church. Here are 16 helpful ideas. “I let the Sunday school teachers take care of…

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3 Simple Steps to Say “YES!” to VBS, Plus a FREE Guide!

Kids are hoping and praying for VBS this year…And if we know you, you don’t want to disappoint! Use this free VBS guide to jump-start a successful, COVID-friendly VBS. It’s…

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How to Plan VBS in Just 2 Weeks

In unprecedented times, your vacation Bible school can be unprecedented, too! Here’s a game-plan for pulling together an incredible VBS in 2 weeks or less! If someone told you that…

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Value Your Volunteers — Don’t Just Appreciate Them

Valuing the people who volunteer in your ministry matters more than appreciating them. Here’s why. New to children’s ministry, I had it all together. The best curriculum, programs, policies, and…

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