Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

Who Should Disciple Children?

There are a few significant facts that tend to get left out of the discussion about who should disciple children, facts that carry a lot of weight and are important for both the church and the home to consider as we continue the conversations.

Your Child’s First Teacher

Your child's first teacher is you as the parent.  From the moment they are born, you have the great privilege of being their first teacher. #parenting #Mom #dad #kidmin #fammin

Why Many Children’s Ministries Are in Decline

Children's ministry decline is a growing problem for the church in America. But there are some children's ministries that are growing and we would do well to take a close look at what they are doing.

Top Kid-friendly Video Games of 2019

2019 has been quite a year, especially for video games.  From new indie titles to massive triple-A series, it’s been a blast looking at...

10 Family Christmas Movies to Watch Over Christmas Break

The Small One. A Muppet Christmas Carol. The Nativity Story. The Peanuts Movie. Just to name a few of the best family Christmas movies you should watch over Christmas break.

What the Church Can Learn From Toys R Us’ Relaunch

As you may or may not know, Toys R' Us closed down all of their stores in the U.S.  I wrote an article about...

5 Counterintuitive Ways to Make Your Child Happy

Every good parent wants to make their child happy. But what if as a parent, your good intentions are to bring happiness to your child is actually working against them in the long run?

5 Key Elements for a Vibrant Children’s Ministry

Your church may have an inspiring vision, outstanding worship services, and strong outreach ministries, etc., but if you don't have a vibrant children’s ministry, families may stop coming.