One of the most common questions children’s ministry leaders ask is: “What curriculum works best for mixed-age groups?”

One of the greatest misunderstandings in the modern church is the idea that preschool ministry is simply childcare so adults can receive the Word.

Children are naturally curious and open to spiritual experiences. They possess an innate capacity to connect with God in ways that are often unhindered by the skepticism or distractions that can develop later in life. By fostering intimate connections with God, we help children:

Father's Day is a special opportunity in children's ministry. It allows us to celebrate the vital role of fathers while pointing kids to the ultimate love and guidance of our Heavenly Father. This day helps us teach children about the biblical call to honor their fathers. We can explore the spiritual leadership fathers provide and reflect on how earthly fathers are designed to mirror God’s character. By weaving these truths into our ministry, we can help children grow in faith and appreciation for both their earthly and Heavenly Father.

Starting a children's ministry program can be a rewarding experience for both the children and the community. It is essential to create an engaging environment that not only teaches children about faith but also encourages their participation and inclusion. In this blog post, we will explore practical strategies to build an engaging children's ministry program that thrives on creativity and connection.

In a world where kids are surrounded by screens and digital experiences, technology can be a powerful tool to make children's church lessons more engaging and interactive. When used thoughtfully, technology can amplify the message of God’s Word, captivate young hearts, and help kids grow in their faith. However, we must use it wisely, ensuring it complements rather than overshadows the work of the Holy Spirit, the centrality of Scripture, and the importance of quiet times with God. Here are five ways to integrate technology into your children's church curriculum effectively, along with guidance on keeping it balanced.

Dear Children's Ministry Leaders,

As a parent, I know that promises mean a lot to children. If you promise to come to their concert, you better be there. If you promise to see them in their next game, you better not miss it. There is something special about a promise that a child understands better than most adults. Something sacred and unbreakable. Words that hold weight in the heart of a child. Sadly, many of us lose that heartfelt weight of a promise at some point in life.

Being a mother of three, I've always had a longing in my heart to see my children truly know God and have a personal relationship with Him. My heart's cry and my daily prayer was to see them passionately serving God; being completely on fire for Him. I so desired for God to plant a seed in them that would grow and multiply for generations to come.

Recently, my husband handed me a children’s book that his friend and colleague had written. I read it with anticipation, for I knew the author was a born again believer and his heart is to honor God in all he does. The book, “Be a Tree: A Journey From Start to Finish” by Joel Howard, exceeded my expectations. I say this, not just because he’s a friend, but because I’m a mother and children’s ministry leader looking to find excellent children’s books that speak the truth of God to my children, and this book does just that!

People may be wondering, ‘Why haven’t you written any new posts? Why haven’t you written any new curriculum?’ The truth is, I’m waiting on God. You see, I don’t write just for fun. I’ve honestly never really enjoyed writing. I write for Him, so it only makes sense that I would wait on revelation from Him. It’s true—I have been silent this past year, but I’m not sorry!

We probably all wish we could push the 2020 Reset Button. Admit it, it’s been a crazy year with unexpected worldwide events that have affected everyone’s life. No matter your economic status, your religion, your ethnic background, your country, we’ve all been affected by this. No one on earth can simply ignore this and say ‘out of sight, out of mind’. That simply isn’t the case. It’s on our mind and in front of us everyday. So the question for the church becomes, “Lord, what would you have us do?”

Staying Connected to your kids in kids church during quarantine is the last topic I ever thought I would write about. But we live in odd times; times which force us to look at things through a new lens.

Do you want the power of God moving in your children’s ministry? I would think that most of us would easily say, YES! Why is it then that so many of us don’t invite the Holy Spirit’s power into our children’s ministry?

I like to start each year with a clean slate. Which for me means organizing the mess I ended the previous year with. I like to think I’m pretty organized, but with the craziness of managing a family, two ministries, and a small business my organizational abilities can sometimes get lost. If you need some tips for organizing your children’s ministry this year, then you’ve come to the right place.

When I was young, I awaited Christmas like everyone else, excited to see what might lay under the tree. I loved waking up early and walking out to see the tree lit and presents waiting for us. It was an unknown goodness that we were about to receive. Christmas morning was always wonderful, but what led up to Christmas wasn’t always a hope filled anticipation for me.

As a children’s ministry leader and mother of three, one of my many passions is to teach children the act of listening to God! Children aren’t born knowing how to listen, they have to be taught. You might say, “Of course they can listen—as long as they can hear, right?” Well, hearing and listening are two different things. Any parent would agree to that. Hearingis the process of perceiving sound–that includes that mechanics of your ear that make it possible to hear. Listening however is very different. We must define what listening actually is. Miriam Websters Dictionary states that to listen, is to:

Need children’s ministry curriculum? I have researched so many Children’s Ministry Curriculum Providers over the years. This task can be daunting for any children’s ministry pastor. This list was made in hopes that it would help make this task a bit easier for other children ministry pastors and leaders out there.

As children’s ministry leaders, there is one thing that should be on our priority list—Teaching Gratitude! We all know that we should be grateful and that it’s important to give thanks; but is it possible we’ve lost sight of just how important it is to God?

5 Steps to help You Refuel For Children's Ministry:

I have been Leading Children’s Ministry for close to 12 years. In that time, I have experienced the ups and downs of being in a leadership role. The extreme highs when you see God fulfilling the vision he put in your heart, and the lows when you think you’ll never get there and God’s forgotten His promise to you. As children’s ministry leaders, we must combat discouragement from time to time.

As children’s ministry leaders, you learn that when the numbers don’t add up, you lean on God.

I remember when I became pregnant with our first child. It was such an exciting time, and I was solely focused on providing the life I desired for my child. Being a teacher, I had a heart for children, but I had never actually been involved in our children’s ministry at church. I was on the worship team and a music teacher, this was my focus—music, worship.