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5 Ways to Manage Full-Time Ministry on a Part-Time Schedule

How to Manage Full-Time Ministry on a Part-Time Schedule

Ministry is, no doubt, a full-time and most of the time, an over-time job. Whether you are working on a part-time or full-time schedule, the mission, needs, and limitations don’t look very different. Here are some things to keep in mind as you move forward: 1. Empower other leaders. Delegate! Children’s ministry in particular is [...]

Six Pointers for Parent Communication

6 Pointers for Communicating with Parents

Parent communication is crucial in your ministry to children and families. In planning curriculum and ministry initiatives, keeping parents both informed and involved is something that can’t be missed. This isn’t a complicated task, however. Here are a few simple things to keep in mind. 1. Don’t merely inform parents; involve them! It is valuable [...]

Bible Lesson: Returning to the Word of God (Nehemiah 7-8)

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As students study Nehemiah 7-8 they will discover the importance of God’s Word in our daily lives to protect against the destructiveness of sin.  This lesson was created for older elementary students. You are welcome to modify it for any teaching context. We welcome your feedback in the comment section and tips for other readers. [...]

Bible Lesson on Trusting in God (Psalm 25)

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This children’s Bible study is based on Psalm 25 and will help children learn to trust God with their daily lives. It is designed for any elementary aged Sunday School class, but you could easily modify the content for children’s church or other age groups. Please leave us a comment to share your experience or [...]

Building Blocks Object Lesson

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It’s back to the toy box for easy object lessons for your children’s ministry. Toys and playtime are languages that kids understand. Drag out a bucket of building blocks or logs for this lesson idea. Colorful toys grab a kids attention but do set them out of sight before your lesson time or you could [...]

Ministry Segments That Motivate Kids to Attend

Kids can't wait to come to your ministry!

Kids can’t drive but they still hold a tremendous influence over parents that do. When kids are motivated to attend church there is no stopping them. So short of an expensive, time-consuming event what is a children’s pastor to do? Start by motivating the group that you already have. Strengthen your base with ministry segments [...]