Children's Ministry Leaders

Can’t Do an Easter Egg Hunt? Easter Photo Scavenger Hunt Alternative

This family-focused Easter Photo Scavenger Hunt does not require social interaction, other than family members, and utilizes the outdoors, technology, and some creative storytelling to help families engage with the Easter story.

Church and Families: The Latest Statistics on Attendance

One of the biggest areas of concern right now is the frequency of church attendance for families. Families that used to attend 3 out of 4 weeks now attend twice a month.  Families that used to attend twice a month now attend once a month or even less.

Creating a Multi Sensory Environment (MSE) for Special Needs

Two years ago a church contacted me after receiving a designated gift earmarked to start a special needs ministry.  The church was considering a...

Free Printable: Holy Spirit Worksheet

"This worksheet focuses on the Holy Spirit as one of the Trinity."

7 Reasons Why Churches Fail Special Needs Kids

The kidmin community needs to have an open and honest conversation about special needs ministry. In my mind there are 7 main reasons why churches don’t engage families with special needs kids.

10 Things That Will Never Change in Children’s Ministry

Let's take a look at 10 things that will never change in children's ministry.  Things that will remain the same over the years and decades that are ahead of us.

Free Kids’ Lesson Package: “Candy Bar Lesson”

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” - Matthew 6:33