Children's Ministry Leaders

Youth Leader Training That Meets Real Needs

Recently, I've noticed a shift in how many people think about youth leader training. Many youth workers are recognizing the immediate need for training that is contextualized.

12 Tips to Supercharge VBS

Supercharge VBS - As a children’s pastor, I’ve led a lot of VBS events and kids camps. For many years the events were good, but nothing spectacular. That’s when I changed my approach and implemented new principles.

One Big Thing We Are Missing In Online Kids’ Worship Services

While I believe online kids' worship services are making a difference in the lives of kids, I believe we are missing an even greater opportunity to make an impact in the lives of families.

Forgotten Kids Return to Church

How we treat our children right now has eternal implications. The impact of children’s ministry, Sunday school, and vacation Bible school affects lifelong faith vitality.

Why a Successful VBS Has to Be a Church-Wide Event

Why a Successful VBS Has to be a Church Wide Event - My reasoning behind this statement was because I have done VBS as a departmental event and a church-wide event.

5 Ways to Engage Families at a VBS Family Night

Vacation Bible School is one of the most exciting weeks of the year. Whether in the day, night, or on consecutive weekends, the impact made by VBS can leave a lasting legacy. One way to ensure the message of VBS goes well beyond the walls of the church is to make sure to engage families in a VBS family night. 

Free Video — God’s Story: Easter

Download and show this video to help teach your kids the joyous story of Easter.

How to Keep Your Children Safe From Online Predators

As with all technology, the internet possesses the potential for danger—for us and for our children. In other words, the internet is not a bad place, but the trust we put in it might be. Here are internet safety tips to keep your kids safe online.