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Simplify VBS Check-in

Ahh, the lazy days of summer…SUMMER!? What does that mean to Children’s Ministry? Vacation Bible School or Kids Camp! Our Equip KidMin lead writer, Dwayne, experienced the...

Helping Volunteers Win in 3 Seconds or Less

It's important to remember this: If you want your volunteers to be successful, then you have to set them up for success.

PILOT Teaching Series

There is so much we want to teach our kids, but what is something we can continue to revisit on an annual basis that we can integrate into who we are and our theme?

A Tribute to Mothers Who Send Their Children Into Missions

No matter the generation, these mothers know what it is like to hold their child’s hand while crossing a street and then to have to let that hand go so their child can cross into foreign lands.

10 Lessons I Have Learned After 10 Years of Pastoring

We’ve all heard sheep that proverbially bleat and distract. For the most part, though, church members are loving and respectful.

Feed Them! 7 Volunteer Food Ideas

Here are some different ways I use food/drinks to motivate volunteers and show them I appreciate their hard work.

4 Ideas to Help Engage Preteens in Worship

Engaging preteens in worship can be difficult. There’s a lot that goes into creating worship opportunities that really connect them to who God is and lead them to worship in a way that is comfortable for this admittedly awkward stage of life.

6 Surprising Things Your Kids Think…But Don’t Say

These things are true, but you might be surprised to hear your kids tell you they are.

Shifting Blame: Digging Deeper on the Question of Church Attendance and Family Ministry

It’s no secret. Attendance at church across the board is down…depending on what metric you use and what statistics you look at. But for the most part, it’s safe to say that regular weekly attendance in a church building is in a downward spiral.

Today’s Kids Are Experiencing a World Full of Trauma. Is Your Church Trauma-Informed?

In our world today, many children experience early childhood trauma. Is your church equipped to minister to these needs?

Imagine This: Children Enjoying God

As children’s leaders and ministers, we long for the children in our care to “delight in the Lord”; to genuinely enjoy the God who made them, saved them and walks with them.

Two Strategies to Bring Easter Guests Back

Two strategies to make sure those Easter guests come back.

100 Habits That’ll Transform Your Productivity

This guide is a collection of most of the principles, ideas, tools, and practices I have found to be helpful when it comes to greater productivity in kidmin.

Why the Next Generation Doesn’t Know Christianity Is True

The next generation doesn't know Christianity is true, because we haven't been showing them that Christianity is true.

Giving Parents Personalized Steps to Take With Their Kids Every Week

A simple way to give parents personalized steps to continue the learning at church.

Urban Myths of Children’s Ministry

Here is a list of untrue statements believed by many about children's ministry.

How to Plan a Group Mission Trip

Check out this nuts and bolts timeline to help plan a family mission trip.

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.

Does Kidmin Even Matter?

With the stats saying that church attanedance is decling, does kidmin even matter?

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders