Confessions of a Wannabe KidMin Superhero
In a world that’s super scary at times, it’s easy to overprotect our kids. Here’s why teaching them to live boldly like Jesus is a better idea. “Here I come…
Tag: Parents
Top 10 Things Parents Value About Your Children’s Ministry
The top-10 things parents value about your children’s ministry, from exclusive Children’s Ministry Magazine research. 10 Things Parents Value About Your Children’s Ministry 1. Safe and Fun Environment Parents’ first…
13 Ways You Can Equip Parents to Lead Their Children Spiritually
Here are 13 easy ways you can equip parents to lead their children spiritually at home, every day, right now. Parents need simple, quick faith-builders that’ll make an impact on…
Parent Expectations: Developing Lasting Faith in Children
Just what are the gaps between a parent’s role and a children’s ministry’s role in developing lasting faith in children? Expectations can be a touchy subject. Christian parents quietly wonder…
4 Ways Start the Children’s Ministry Year Off Right!
Enjoy this guest article from David C Cook. Focusing on these four key areas as you ramp up for your children’s ministry kickoff will help you launch your most successful…
Great Expectations: 3 Reasons Prenatal Ministry is Important
What’s the best time to begin partnering with parents? It may be before kids are even born. Cornerstone Church in Maumee, Ohio, has discovered the impact that’s possible when it…
The Top 4 Reasons Parents Avoid Church Nurseries
These top 4 reasons parents avoid your church nursery may surprise you. The nursery was perfect. Matching cribs lined one wall, each with crisp pink and blue checked sheets. Developmentally…
3 Questions New Families Ask
Last year, I transitioned in ministry and moved across the country to a new community and new church. About six months into our transition, we’d settled into a church and…
Solid Solutions for 4 Children’s Ministry Nightmares
Former president and general Dwight D. Eisenhower is credited with saying, “Plans are worthless, but planning is everything.” Our measured and prayerful plans appear brilliant on paper, but what do…
Practical Ideas to Help Partner With Parents
If what ails children’s spiritual growth is primarily parents not knowing what to do, we’ve got practical ideas for you to partner with parents now. Imagine that you’ve become sick…
