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Guest Services Matter: Improve Your KidMin With These 10 Steps

Guest services matter for churches and children's ministries. Discover how to offer top-notch customer service to visitors.

David & Goliath Story for Kids: 14 Resources for Sunday School

Teaching the David & Goliath story for kids is a mainstay of every Sunday school program. Use these creative resources to enhance your kidmin lesson.

Learning Experience Stations Can Enhance Sunday School Lessons

Want to create a different kind of learning experience for Sunday school students? Discover how activity stations keep children engaged while building their faith.

Bullied: What to Say (and NOT Say) to Kids in the Crosshairs

Being bullied is a common childhood experience. Discover what to say and not say to kids who face bullying.

5 Signs You Might Be an Insecure Leader

Insecurity runs through leadership in epic proportions. Here's how to know if it's affecting you.

Illness Policy for Children’s Ministry: How to Handle Cold & Flu Season

Why does your children's ministry need an illness policy? And what information should it contain? Learn about best practices to keep everyone safe.

Every Children’s Ministry Leader Must Work to Ditch Discouragement

Children's ministry is hard work. It can chew you up and spit you out, leaving you feeling defeated. So learn how to ditch discouragement.

Valentine’s Crafts for Kids: 4 Lovely Projects for Sunday School Classes

Need fresh new ideas for kidmin valentine’s crafts? Here are four fun Valentine's Day activities for Sunday school.

Children’s Ministry Leader: Avoid These 5 Dangerous Traps

Children’s ministry leader: Do ever feel frustrated about your work? Do you ever question your role or calling? If so, read one kidmin worker’s story and tips.

Feel All Alone in Children’s Ministry? Then This Message Is for You

Do you feel alone in children's ministry? If so, use these helpful suggestions.

Noah’s Ark Craft Ideas for Sunday School Classes & Bible Lessons

Kids will love these creative Noah’s Ark craft ideas. Adapt the Bible-themed activities for your Sunday school class or small group.

KidMin Budget Tips: 38 Ways to Stretch Your Program’s Finances

Kidmin budget tips are always valuable, no matter your ministry’s size. Discover 38 money-saving ideas to stretch your dollars.

Future Filled With Hope: A KidMin Activity for MLK Jr. Day

Do your students know that God has filled their future with hope? Use this activity with elementary and preteen kids ahead of the MLK Jr. holiday.

How to Share the Gospel With Kids: Keep the Message Simple

Knowing how to share the gospel with kids must be a focal point of our ministries. These tips make evangelism easier.

Sunday School Crafts for Creative Kids and Busy Teachers

Sunday school crafts are a beloved mainstay of children's ministry programs. Check out all these creative options for kidmin crafts!

Children’s Winter Activities: 18 Chill Ideas for Your KidMin Program

Need children's winter activities for your kidmin program? Check out this blizzard of 18 chill ideas for kids.

Easy Bible Verses to Memorize: 25 Kid-Friendly Scriptures

Easy Bible verses to memorize help children “hide” God’s Word in their hearts (see Psalm 119:11).

Teaching the Bible to Kids

There are many ways that parents can learn teaching the bible to kids and help them understand key lessons that can enhance their lives at any age.

Welcome New Families: Intentional Ways to Befriend & Reach Out

To welcome new families to church, approach outreach from a practical perspective. Consider these tips to make new families feel welcome in your children's ministry.

10 Commandments for Kids: Crafts and Games Children Will Enjoy

Use these 10 Commandments for kids activities for a “thou shalt enjoy” adventure!

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.

Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders