Let’s be honest A lot of children’s ministries aren’t bad. They’re fine. Kids show up.Leaders teach.Everyone survives. But “fine” doesn’t build a faith that lasts. If we want to disciple kids — not...
Can you answer this question simply and clearly: What’s your discipleship strategy? (Cricket, cricket, cricket.) Yeah…don’t feel too bad if you can’t. You’re not alone!...
Hi Friend! If you’ve identified that your current curriculum isn’t cutting it, don’t panic. Here are a few steps to make a smooth transition: 1. Do a Curriculum Audit Take a detailed look at the...
You can have a full calendar.Packed rooms.Volunteers showing up.Kids laughing and having fun. and still not be making disciples. That’s the tension a lot of children’s ministries live in. Because...
If you’ve ever taught a room full of kids, you already know something: Attention is fragile. Kids can go from fully engaged to rolling on the floor for no apparent reason… in about 30...
Something is about to change in children’s ministry. Not overnight. But in the next few years, we’re going to see a shift. For a long time, churches have been trying to make their programs more...
The internet is full of ridiculous comments. But every now and then, someone says something that completely makes your day. Recently a children’s ministry leader posted this on Facebook after...
Every once in a while I get questions from KidMin leaders that I know a lot of other leaders are wondering too. So today I’m trying something a little different — a KidMin version of “Dear Abby.” Dear...
A new ministry year is quickly approaching and we couldn’t be more excited about the fun, faith-filled GO! lessons that are coming your way! Do you want a sneak peek? Click the Scope...
Our phones have been ringing off the hook. Our inboxes have been filling up. And our incredible customer service team has been busier than ever! So why are so people looking for a new curriculum? And...
Most children’s ministries do a great job teaching kids. We tell Bible stories.We unpack Scripture.We make verses stick. But here’s an important question every KidMin leader should wrestle with:...
I recently had the chance to sit down with Lauren Jackson on the Kids Ministry Circle Podcast to talk about practical ideas to help kids move from simply learning about God to...