Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

Memories Instead of Gifts: A High-Value Approach to Christmas

As parents, we want to give our kids great gifts at Christmas. But what if we focused on making memories instead of gifts galore?

Christmas Eve Traditions: 16 Fun Ways to Celebrate Jesus’ Birth

Christmas Eve traditions lead to treasured memories while helping children learn and cherish the Christmas story. Here's a gift-bag full of Christmas Eve traditions and activities for families.

Children Led Christmas Service: Pull It Off With Just One Practice

Christmas is a great opportunity to include kids in the broader church. To ease the workload and stress, try a children led Christmas service with just one practice!

The Bible Isn’t Just a Morality Tale: Be Sure to Share the Gospel

Children have a faith that's ready to go. So let’s not waste that opportunity by delivering a mere morality tale in Sunday school and children's church. We need to share the Gospel message and Gospel Truth.

Saying the Lord’s Prayer With Kids: A Helpful Guide

Just as the Lord's Prayer is a wonderful guide for adults, it offers meaning for kids too. Read on to discover suggestions for saying the Lord's Prayer with your kids.

Advent Prayer Stations: 4 Meaningful Ideas Children Will Love

For Christians, Advent is a season of preparation and waiting. Advent prayer stations are a great way to keep kids focused on the real meaning of the Christmas season.

Miracles of Jesus for Kids: 7 Key Lessons From the Bible

When you’re teaching the miracles of Jesus for kids, it’s helpful to consider various categories. The Bible records more than 30 of Jesus’ miracles. These seven categories reveal who our Savior is. Make them a cornerstone of your Sunday school and children’s church lessons.

How to Keep Kids’ Attention: Follow This 9-Step Formula

If you haven't noticed, kids' attention spans continue to shrink. So children's ministry workers need to know these 9 tips for how to keep kids' attention.