Mimi Bullock

3 Active Games for Children’s Church

August 9th by Mimi Bullock
games for kids

Let’s face it—the last thing some kids want to do is sit still and listen to a teacher talk for 45 minutes, especially after a long week of school. Keep kids interested in learning about God’s word by using playful games to break up your lesson. These 3 active games for children’s church are time [...]

Children's Ministry Games

Back To School Ideas for Kids Church

July 13th by Mimi Bullock
Back to School Fall Church Ideas

During the summer, some ministries turn into literal “ghost towns” with empty chairs and a table full of volunteer tags. Summertime church attendance can be a bummer. All that changes in the fall as kids return home from summer vacations or weeks with the other parent. Schools open soon and parents will be focused on schedules [...]

Children's Ministry Ideas

Gift Ideas for Kids Visiting Your Church

July 6th by Mimi Bullock
Gifts for Kids Church Guest

What do you do when children do not want to leave their parents in the sanctuary? How long will a church guest stay if their child is afraid? Shy children or children unaccustomed to church may resist your pleas to attend children’s church. Besides being friendly and an innate ability to speak “kid,” not every [...]

Children's Ministry Ideas

Summertime Ideas for Children’s Ministry

June 10th by Mimi Bullock
Summertime kids ministry

Summertime ministry to children is touch and go. Outside of big events like VBS, regular weekly attendance can wane during the summer months in the children’s ministry. Kids go on family vacations, head to summer camps and focus on play rather than worship. Meanwhile, nervous children’s ministry leaders anxiously await the return of their children [...]

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Popular Ideas for VBS Themes

May 18th by Mimi Bullock
VBS Themes

Spark interest in your event by promoting these popular VBS themes. These favorite themes are ideal for drawing kids who may never have attended church or your church before. Utilize these ideas to create a VBS your kids will be proud to attend and tell their peers about. Archaeology Archaeology is a subject that interests [...]

Vacation Bible School

More VBS Ideas Kids Will Love

May 12th by Mimi Bullock
VBS Theme Ideas

Vacation Bible School is so much fun when you use a special theme. With a little research, you can find an appropriate theme that will set kids up with the opportunity for a true God encounter. Themes help teachers plan their lessons, crafts and games. We have got more creative ideas for you to use [...]

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10 Tips for VBS Directors & Leaders

May 4th by Mimi Bullock
VBS Directors

Summer is quickly approaching and that means one thing, VBS! As the VBS organizer, it is up to you to select the curriculum, organize the event and your volunteers. Let us face it, without volunteers, VBS would not be possible. These tips and ideas will help you gather volunteers and keep your helpers happy. Keeping [...]

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VBS Game Ideas That Won’t Break Your Budget

May 1st by Mimi Bullock
VBS Game Ideas

Working with a small budget does not mean limiting the fun at your next VBS. There are a lot of game ideas available that are not expensive and in some cases do not cost a thing. Save your money for areas that may need funds more like food and advertisement. Try these cost-saving low budget [...]

Children's Ministry Games

Army Themed VBS Ideas

April 26th by Mimi Bullock
army helmet

Vacation Bible School ministry season is quickly approaching. This year, expand your vision to a cool theme perfect for building teamwork and the concept of God’s army. Try army-themed VBS ideas that will rock the socks of kids and stir their desire for a deeper spiritual life. Use army-themed VBS ideas to teach kids of [...]

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Three Cutting Edge VBS Theme Ideas

April 20th by Mimi Bullock
VBS Theme ideas

Vacation Bible School is an exciting time for a church or ministry. The opportunity to meet new children and adults is always exciting for volunteers and the leadership. Choosing the right VBS theme for your event is important to your success. There is nothing wrong or amiss with using VBS kits. These are good resource [...]

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