Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

A recent report from Pew Research found that 80 percent of Americans say they believe in God. But...for many in that group...it's a "god" they have formed using their own preferences. The "god' they believe in is not the God of the Bible.

Water Nights are great events for kids, their friends and the community to get together for a night all about having fun and building friendships (and getting soaking wet, of course)! We love to do it as a kick-off event for the summer on a Wednesday night, and we call it "School's Out Water Night."

Whatever you call it: VBS, Kids Camp, Kids Week, Summer Slam, etc., you are probably feeling a bit overwhelmed, inadequate and stressed about how it is all going to come together. I am right there with you!

Here some things that we are doing this year to transition 6th graders into student ministry...

For many single moms, Mother’s Day is the worst of any holiday, even worse than Valentine’s or Christmas.

Some churches have come to recognize that tension exists and have begun to seek ways to engage the families and keep them connected to the faith community even when they are not in the church building.

Consider these often overlooked sides of summer and see how each one presents you with a rare opportunity to engage your community, serve your families and perhaps, as a by-product, boost your summer attendance.

This VBS curriculum is written for a four night (or day) VBS with rotations the first three nights, and the last night written as a family night to include the parents. Each night builds on the previous night's theme.