Children's Ministry Leaders

Children in Church: 5 Reasons They Belong in Regular Worship

Where do you think children in church should be most of the time? I think several compelling reasons point to why kids belong in the main worship service regularly.

Children’s Ministry in a World That Promotes Two Dads

LGBTQ values are targeting children at younger and younger ages. Here's an example. A new children's show called Ridley Jones features a nonbinary dinosaur and a character with two dads.

Tired of Outrage? Let’s DO Something!

The other day I told a friend that I am tired of outrage. I’m tired of laying blame. I’m tired of dissecting and analyzing and judging and criticizing. I think we need to be more than outraged.

Partnering With Parents in Children’s Ministry: 10 Key Needs to Meet

Prior to becoming a father, my self-assessment of high-quality children's ministries was a bit overstated. Now I have a much better grasp of what parents are looking for and what partnering with parents in children's ministry requires.

Our Kids Are Watching

I’ve been alive 50 years, and I’ve never seen our country so divided. I don’t think many adults are stopping to consider: our kids are watching.

Children’s Ministry Leadership: 7 Essential Qualities

As with any other area of the church, programs aimed at children require strong, effective leadership. Solid children's ministry leadership teams make great children's ministries possible. 

Lord’s Prayer Craft Idea: A Colorful Bracelet for Kids

Children of all ages love to make crafts. Here’s a fun, easy idea for a Lord’s Prayer craft that kids can make and wear. The colorful bracelet will remind children about this important prayer.

Salvation: Is Jesus Really the Only Way to Heaven?

Share with kids that salvation isn't based on what you do, but rather on who you know as your Savior...Jesus.