Tag: Outreach

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5 Major Tips for Your Summer Outreach Programs

The desks have been cleaned and the report cards handed out, but there’s only one thing on every child’s mind—the sound of the last bell that rings out loud and…

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A Solid Strategy to Keep Your Volunteers After VBS

Once the dust settles following VBS, you may worry about whether your weary volunteers will stick around. Never fear! They will continue serving when you employ a strategy for volunteer…

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Family Ministry Outreach: Host a Father’s Day Picnic

Invite all families (even those without fathers) to a special Father’s Day Picnic on your church lawn or at a nearby park. Have children make the invitations, menu, and even…

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3 Strategies to Keep VBS Visitors Coming Back for More

Vacation Bible School (VBS) season is almost here! What can you do to have VBS visitors coming back for more? Keep reading to find out!  We hear from children’s ministers…

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3 Ways to Make Life Easier for Your VBS Volunteers

From Group’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 great…

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Spring + Summer Family Ministry Event: Kite-Flying

As the seasons change and we move into warmer—and windier—weather, host a family ministry kite-flying event. Here are some building blocks for putting on this sky-high event. Spring + Summer…

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A Fun-Filled, Kid-Hosted Mother’s Day Meal

Let kids take the lead this Mother’s Day! Children from kindergarten up each invite their mother, aunt, grandmother, or another special woman to the meal they prepare! A Fun-Filled, Kid-Hosted…

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3 Elementary Activities: Spring Fling

Looking for a few new elementary activities to use as the weather warms up? Look no further than these three spring fling ideas! 3 Elementary Activities: Spring Fling 1. Spring…

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Earth Day Outreach for All Ages: Cleanup Committee

In this Earth Day outreach idea, kids and their families help take care of God’s creation. Scripture: Psalm 24:1 You’ll need: Bible work gloves eco-friendly trash bags Earth Day Outreach…

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Easter Outreach Idea for All Ages: Food to Spare

Just as Jesus told Peter to “feed [his] lambs,” kids will do just that for their community in this Easter outreach idea. Scripture: John 21:4-6, 12-13, 15-17 You’ll need: Bible…

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5 of the Most Effective Church Outreach Event Ideas

If you’re looking for the best impact-for-your-effort activities, check out our 5 most effective church event ideas for a strategy that engages families year-round. We found surprising insights in our…

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Need a New Easter Event? Try This Unique Scavenger Hunt!

Use this unique and meaningful scavenger hunt with families to teach the true point of Easter. Easter is the perfect time to celebrate Jesus’ love for us with the families…

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Saint Patrick’s Day Outreach Idea: Beautiful Feet

Through this Saint Patrick’s Day outreach idea, children will share the good news of Jesus by collecting shoes and socks for those in need. Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 You’ll need: Bible…

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Outreach Tips: Intentional Ways to Befriend New Families

Every outreach effort you undertake can be effective if you approach it from a practical perspective. Consider these outreach tips! Outreach. The word alone suggests a powerful connection and relevance…

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Kid’s Valentine’s Day Outreach Idea: Love Your Neighbor Day

February is the perfect time for kids in your ministry to show your church neighbors the love of Jesus through acts of kindness. Here is how one children’s minister uses…

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Valentine’s Day Outreach Idea for All Ages: True Love

Bring some cheer to those who’ve lived—and loved—the longest with this Valentine’s Day outreach idea. Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 You’ll need: Bible card stock markers stickers Valentine’s Day Outreach Find a…

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The Complete Guide to Choosing the Best VBS for Your Church

Use our complete guide to choosing the best VBS to ensure maximum outreach in your community and impact in kids’ lives. Choose the best VBS by using the following 20…

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3 Last-Minute Christmas Ideas for Your Children’s Ministry

You need these three last-minute Christmas ideas now that Christmas is just around the corner! With so many things going on, you might still be preparing your Christmas services or…

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Elementary and Preteen Christmas Outreach: Stocking Care Kits

This is a great way to reach out to children: Christmas Outreach: Stocking Care Kits. You’ll Need: assorted colors of felt scissors hot glue a glue gun craft glue puffy…

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Welcome Gift: Holiday Muggings for Christmas Church Visitors

Churches see an increase in attendance around Christmastime. Extend a little holiday cheer to church visitors during the Christmas season with this creative Holiday Muggings gift from kids in your…

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Family Ministry Outreach Event: Christmas Family Fun!

Want to plan a fun, faith-filled Christmas event for families? These seven simple ideas can help! Set up all or some of these activities at your church, and invite families…

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