Restart Children’s Ministry After Christmas (cont.)
6. Re-Engage Kids with Interactive Experiences
Children returning from break may have shorter attention spans. So start each class or service with a quick movement game. Let kids act out Bible stories. Use object lessons and add a weekly Q&A time. Invite kids to share prayer requests aloud. When students feel involved, they’re more likely to stay focused.
7. Recruit New Volunteers
The new year is a great time to recruit more children’s ministry volunteers. Many adults are already thinking about personal goals. Highlight investing in the next generation. Share specific, time-limited opportunities (for example, “Serve once a month”).
Offer behind-the-scenes roles for people who are hesitant to teach Sunday school. Ask current volunteers to invite a friend to serve alongside them. Emphasize that you’ll provide training and support. When expectations are clear, confidence grows.
8. Offer Short-Term Volunteer Opportunities
Instead of asking for yearlong commitments, invite people to try serving for a season. For example, “Serve for 6 weeks,” “Help during the winter months,” and “Be a substitute volunteer.” After people experience the joy of children’s ministry, those short-term roles can lead to long-term involvement.
9. Care for the KidMin Team
In January, refocus on volunteer care. A little encouragement now can prevent burnout later. Simple ideas include handwritten thank-you notes, small gifts, a volunteer breakfast or coffee meetup, and prayer time before services resume. Remind team members that their faithfulness makes an eternal difference.
10. Pray for God’s Direction in the New Year
Last but not least… With your team, pray for wisdom, kindness, and endurance. Ask God to bring new families, new volunteers, and new spiritual growth in the year ahead.
A Fresh Start for Children’s Ministry
To restart children’s ministry after Christmas, focus on renewal and growth. Then step confidently into the new year, pointing kids toward Jesus.
