Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders

Use This 1 Tool to Visualize Your Ministry Plans

When you are planning a ministry endeavor, whether it is a worship service, a community block party or a children’s event, it can be hard to envision every aspect of what will happen. Discover more about this tool to visualize your ministry plans.

One Thing Two-Thirds of Parents Will Bring Their Kids to Church For

Even parents who don't attend church and wouldn't think about sending their kids to a church during the summer have a positive view of this age-old church program.

How to Transition Children From Elementary Ministry to Student Ministry

On of the most critical graduations that happens in children's ministry is the transition from children's ministry into student ministry. Find out more about transitioning from elementary ministry.

How to Turn 5th Sundays Into Family Invite Days

For me, fifth Sundays has always felt like a natural Sunday to do something different than normal. But our church has always struggled to figure out what exactly that different-than-normal thing should be.

4 Truths for Grandparents to Embrace

With life’s long-range view, we see four ways childhood is a unique time to invest in the lives of our grandchildren.

Fruit of Discipleship “I’m Not Sure I’m Cut Out for This ‘Discipling’ Thing”

As a parent, I can at times become discouraged when I don’t see the fruit of discipleship evident in my children’s lives. Like most Christian parents, I wonder, “Have a done this thing right? Have I shared the right things? Have I been a good disciplemaker?" Find out more about discipling kids.

Leaving a Legacy: How to Leave Your Kids Something of Value

Two years ago I started a legacy project for my kids that will take me eight years to complete. Discover more about how to be intentional about leaving a legacy.

5 Free Ideas for Summer Fun for Families

The lazy hazy days of summer are upon us. If you’re a parent, the novelty of summer break is probably just starting to wear down a bit. Discover the ideas for summer fun.