Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

The Biggest Key to Having Sundays Run Consistently Smooth

Here’s the change that made the biggest difference: For each service, we found (are still finding) someone whose only job is to manage volunteers and handle crises.

Volunteers & KidMin Safety Procedures: What works?

Safety Procedures are some of the more important and more minute aspects of Kids Ministry. And these details of ministry are critical to creating a safe environment for kids.

God Questions Kids Want to Ask

If you could ask God any question, what would it be? That’s the question I posed to the kids at church this past Sunday. It was Mustache Night at KidVenture and I wanted to know what questions they “mustache” God.

Family Movie Night as Discipleship: Four Easy Wins for Parents

Our family has experienced some really special moments in these times of everyday life where we make room for Jesus in the midst of it, and one of those places is our Family Movie Night.

How to Make Time for the Bible in a Busy Family

My prayer for you is that if busy-ness has kept you feeling guilty for not spending time in the Bible with your kids, you will be encouraged that it is worth it to fight to make a plan. Start small. Start simple.

Adjust Your Lens—Seeing Your Ministry From a New Family Perspective

One of the best things to do for your ministry is to adjust your lens and view it from a completely different perspective...a new family perspective.

How to Make 2019 Your Best Year in Children’s Ministry

As you prepare to walk in the blessings of God in 2019, let's look at some key things you can do to make 2019 your best year ever.

7 Pre/Post-Service Activities That Help Kids Build Friendships

We’ve been really intentional in making things available that encourage kids to come together. Here are seven of the activities available during or pre/post-service times that bring kids together.