Why Kids Should Not Sit Still at Church
Do you think kids at church should be forced to sit still? More and more evidence is proving that kids are more attentive and learn better when they are allowed to move.
Will COVID Cost Us a Generation of Kids?
One thing that burdens me heavily right now is the thousands of kids who are no longer attending church on a consistent basis. As weeks turn into months and months turn into an entire year, I have been thinking of the spiritual ramifications.
6 Practical Ways to Honor Your Parents
"God calls every child of every age to show honor to our parents."
The Kids of 2020
This data provides great insight into the lives of the kids of 2020. I would encourage you to take these findings and use it as a guideline as you prepare lessons, activities, games, etc. for both your online kids and kids who are worshiping in person. This list is a great resource for teaching topics, skits, games and other parts of your kids' worship.
Fun Christmas Jokes You Can Tell Kids
It's also a great time to connect with the kids through fun Christmas jokes. Kids love jokes. You can use these with one kid before service, in a large group or small group.
Yes, Virginia: Why My Family Chose to Embrace Santa
More than a few parents wonder whether to pass on the Santa story and all its accompanying traditions.
Why Our Childrens Ministries Should Be More Like Mr. Rogers and Less Like Disney
Mr. Rogers had friends come by who struggled with difficult issues like divorce, physical disability, and even race. He didn’t create an alternate universe by which he could escape reality. He lived in a house and told kids when make believe was happening. He used fairy stories to smuggle truth.
10 Keys to Raising Great Kids Who Love Jesus
You think you know everything about parenting until you have kids, and then you realize you don't know nearly as much as you thought you did.
When ‘Trust God’ Isn’t Enough: Childhood Anxiety
Though his anxiety is unrelated to COVID, I’m sure many children during this pandemic have experienced fear and anxiety on some level — their typical way of life abruptly disrupted and the future uncertain. #anxiety #kidmin
We Need to Create Online Content for Families
Due to Covid-19, many ministries have started offering online content for kids. The content is created specifically for kids. Which is a good thing....but what if someone decided to make the content geared not just for the kiddos, but for the parents and their kids to watch together.
Celebrate Christmas Your Way
Christmas, of course, is made for symbols: candles in the window, lights, an angel or star on top of the tree, and houses lit up throughout the neighborhood.
Advent Isn’t About Lighting Candles on Sunday
We have reached the blessed season of anticipation as we together await the birth of Christ. And just like 2020 has brought us new experiences in so many ways, this year we will be celebrating Advent in different capacities.
Family Advent Calendar Ideas
Help families celebrate Advent at home.
The Impact of Behind-the-Scenes Teams
It may seem like the people teaching the lesson are the most needed. But that is simply not the case. Without the behind-the-scenes people, it would be a struggle when the weekend rolls around.
How to Tell If Your Family Has a Device Addiction
Has the next generation learned from us that a device is an addition or an addiction? Do they view them as an occasional enjoyment or an ongoing indulgence.
25 Christmas Jokes You Can Tell Kids
It's a great time to connect with the kids through Christmas jokes. Kids love jokes. You can use these with one kid before service, in a large group or small group.
Do You Have an Exit Strategy for Families?
Most churches focus on making new guests feel welcome. And we should. Stats show that people decide in the first 8 minutes if they are going to return. How your team makes people feel when they arrive is very important.
It’s Great That You’re a Christian Parent…But
It’s great that you’re a Christian parent, BUT it’s even greater if you’re leading your children into a lifelong, personal relationship with Jesus.
How COVID-19 Is Impacting the Next Generation
I believe we will look back and see that Covid-19 was a major shaping force for the next generation. It may well be a defining experience for Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
Tips for Leaders Who Lack the Crucial Skill of Listening Well
Being a good listener is a critical part of being a great leader. People can tell when you are not really listening. Your body language or that distant look in your eyes shows people you are not really listening to them. They pick up on the vibe that you are simply waiting for them to stop talking, so you can talk.
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Children’s Ministry Leaders
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