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Help Children Listen To God When Choosing Friends

It's important to help children listen to God, especially when they're choosing friends. Use this object lesson in your kids ministry!

DIY Christmas Decorations for Kids: 3 Ideas to Deck Your Halls

Need some creative, super-affordable DIY Christmas decorations for kids of all ages? These 3 ideas for children’s ministry spaces are amazing!

Thanksgiving Craft for Kids: God’s Good and Perfect Gifts

A Thanksgiving craft for children’s ministry teaches appreciation and thankfulness. Grow gratitude with this Bible-based kidmin activity!

Christmas Message for Youth: Change the Lives of Preteens

If the Christmas message is familiar to your preteen students, try these ideas to go deeper.

20 Keys To Keeping the Kids at Your Church Safe

Churches that want to reach families in today's culture must have a clear safety and security plan.  They must also have a way to keep Covid-19 from being spread at church.

Thanksgiving Activity: Wall of Thanks KidMin Outreach Idea

In this kidmin Thanksgiving activity, children give thanks as they point out what God does for us.

KidMin Leader: Discover the Most Important Skill You Need

For a kidmin leader, I believe the most important ability is raising up other children's ministry leaders.

Fall Craft for Preschool: Make These Seasonal Sensory Boxes

Need a creative fall craft for preschool children? Then check out this neat autumn-themed sensory box.

Halloween Object Lesson: Make Pumpkin Pancakes With Children

This fun, yummy Halloween object lesson has an important Bible-based message for children.

Ruined Church: The Surprising Impact of Working in Children’s Ministry

Working in children's ministry ruined church for me. Discover why...and how kids can serve as examples for adults.

Fall Kidmin Ideas: 9 Fabulous Activities for Children & Families

Need fall kidmin ideas for your church or children's ministry? Check out these 9 activities for kids, families, and the entire congregation.

Spiritual Perception of a Child: A Look at Childlike Faith

Wondering about the spiritual perception of a child? Discover important insights about childlike faith.

Fall Family Events: 5 Fail-Proof Tips for Harvesting Success

Use these 5 tips to ensure your fall family events reach children and families for Jesus.

The Call of God to Ministry: Should You Be a Children’s Pastor?

The call of God to ministry is a fascinating topic. People often wonder, "Is God calling me to ministry?" So how do you know you are called to ministry?

Just for Fun Is a Phrase No Church Should Ever Use: Find Out Why

At church, nothing should ever be just for fun. Every single bit of "fun" we offer children should have a purpose.

What To Do When a Volunteer Is Burned Out

How can you help a volunteer who is burned out in your ministry? Let's start by talking about how you can identify a volunteer who is burned out.

Sunday School Prayers: 5 Creative Ways Children Can Connect With God

Sunday school prayers can fit into games and other activities. Help children connect with God using these 5 creative ideas.

Crucifixion Object Lesson: Jesus Takes Away ALL Our Sins

Need a crucifixion object lesson for Sunday school? Use this activity to help kids understand how Jesus wiped away all our sins.

Fall Festival Recruiting: 4 Simple Ways to Enlist Volunteer Help

Fall festival recruiting is essential for the success of any children's ministry harvest event. If you want volunteers, you have to ask. So use these 4 recruitment steps.

Bulletin Board Letters: 12 Printable Resources for KidMin Displays

Bulletin board letters and other visual shortcuts are must-haves for children’s ministry. Here are 12 resources for creative printable materials.

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders