Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

This simple play can be performed by your preschool/kindergarten or elementary ministry group.

One popular discipline policy churches use is what is called the “Three Strikes and You’re Out” policy. In theory it sounds reasonable, but for many hurting children it is not reasonable or even fair.

This Bible story minibook takes children through the Christmas story.

As I love on kids I know what I’m aiming for. I want them to know they’re worth the time and effort. I want them to know they are loved for who they are. I want them to know that they matter. And bottom line, I want the love I show them to point them right to Jesus. Here are some things I intentionally do.

Is there anything cuter than kids in a Christmas play? I mean seriously, don’t we just love seeing the kids sharing their songs, saying their lines, quoting their Bible verses and wearing all the Christmassy things?

Christmas is such a significant time to teach our kids the value of Christ to show them a God who came near. There is so much of our faith that our kids have to grow into.

Here’s an early Christmas gift—a free Christmas Song. Enjoy "Born to Set Us Free" to use in your ministry.

Families are so busy during the holiday season that it is challenging to take time to focus on what matters most. We all want our children to recognize that Christmas is about Jesus. This resource gives families an easy and fun way to take a few minutes each day to focus on Him.