Kenny Conley
Kenny Conley is the primary author of Childrens Ministry Online and the NextGen Pastor at Gateway Church in Austin, TX. In addition to creating the Illuminate Conference, a high quality kidmin conference designed specifically for volunteers, Kenny is a published author and speaker.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
Embrace Criticism in Children’s Ministry To Improve
How well do you embrace criticism in children’s ministry? Constructive feedback makes us feel uneasy, but it’s crucial for growth.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
Volunteer Management for Children’s Ministry: The Hows & Whys
Have questions about volunteer management for children’s ministry? First consider the hows and whys of your kidmin program.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
I Don’t Want to Go to Church! Responding to Kids’ Complaints
"I don't want to go to church!" "I don't like church." "My parents make me go to church!" Most parents and children's ministry leaders hear these complaints from time to time. How should adults respond?
Children's Ministry Blogs
An Illustration on Misfits and Brokeness
So, here’s a huge illustration I’m working on and I’m still not 100% sure on what direction I should go. So, please send me...
Children's Ministry Blogs
The Perfect Age to Talk to Your Kids About Sex
I hope the title wasn’t misleading, but I’m not sure there is a right or a wrong answer to the question, “what age is...
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
EGG-A-PALOOZA Easter Egg Hunt
Whether you’re doing a hunt or thinking about doing a hunt (if you are just thinking about doing a hunt right now, it’s probably too late), it’s important to think about why you’re doing an Easter Egg Hunt.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
Why Is Ministry So Hard?
Ministry is hard. Every year is different. Every year sees new challenges. Regardless, one thing is certain—it’s not going to be easy. If you’re new to ministry, let me tell you a few things:
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
The Art of the Pre-Service Huddle
The Pre-Service Huddle wasn’t created just to get your volunteers to show up on time, but timeliness with your volunteers is a welcome side effect.
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