Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

3 Ways We Parents Wrongly Teach Kids to Earn God’s Approval

As parents we hate to see our kids live with the burden of trying to gain approval. Or worrying if they are going to be accepted by their looks, their dress, their performance. Or struggling with the pain of wondering if others will love and accept them.

What to Do When a Child Is Lying

There will be times when you, as a parent or children's ministry leader, will have to confront a child about lying.

Are You Over-Parenting or Under-Parenting?

There are generally 3 types of parents and parenting styles? While most parents are doing the best they can with what they know, many parents are doing one or the other – either over-parenting their children or under-parenting them.

How to Stay Motivated During a Pandemic

Staying motivated during a pandemic can be a challenge for sure.  But it can be done through intentional steps.  Here are a few tips about staying motivated in the midst of a pandemic.

What Story Will Your Kids Tell?

What story will your kids tell?…Will they talk about parents who loved them and loved each other?

5 Steps to Take When You Enter a New Ministry

In a new ministry role?  In the process of following God's call to a new leadership adventure?  Need to hit refresh on the ministry you are currently leading?

Kids, Parents, and Media: An Opportunity for the Church

Once the pandemic ends, 66% of parents say they expect the time they spend watching content with their children will stay the same or even increase.

Meet Generation C

Generation C will set a new precedent for physical interaction, making normal signs of intimacy – like hugging – abstract and normalizing virtual attendance at events and in classes.