Tony Kummer

Social Media Report Card for Kidmin Publishers

September 2nd by Tony Kummer
Kidin Publishers Report Card

We’re living in an exciting times. Some people are even calling it the Communication Revolution. To be sure, technology is adding new ways for all of us to exchange ideas. This has been a big win for people like us in kids ministry. For the first time we have immediate access to the companies that [...]

Children's Ministry Links

Bulletin Insert: 10 Reasons To Bring Your Child To Sunday School

September 1st by Tony Kummer
Sunday School Encouragement 10 Reasons

What follows is a bulletin insert I created for my church. I wanted to write out some benefits of Sunday School attendance as an encouragement for families. I kept the list simple so it would print on a half sheet of paper. Directions: Simply click on the preview image to download this file as a [...]

Sunday School Ideas

Our Best Posts from August 2010

September 1st by Tony Kummer
Best of August 2010

A few weeks ago, I added a monthly digest option for newsletter readers. It was a way to give people a little more choice in how they receive our free content. This post is the collection of articles I’ll be sending them. I’ve tried to pick the very best articles from the last month.  I’m looking at Facebook links, [...]

Website News

Dear Pastor: We Really Need To Talk!

August 31st by Tony Kummer
Dear Pastor

This post is a playful way to make a point. I wrote it as an open letter to all pastors on behalf of all kids ministry leaders. It is inspired by true events and stories I’ve heard from the world of kids ministry. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [...]

Children's Ministry Leadership

Sports Evangelism at Church: Does It Work?

August 30th by Tony Kummer
Sports Outreach Upward Soccer

Our church is wrapping up it’s fifth season of Upward Soccer. It’s become a fixture on our calendar and I can’t imagine not doing it. But like any outreach program, it needs annual evaluation. We broke all the rules when we first launched our first season. I was still in my first year at the [...]

Children's Ministry Ideas

Kids Bible Lesson about Work (Labor Day)

August 30th by Tony Kummer
Bible Lessons for Children

Have you ever taught children what the Bible says about the value of work? Then you might enjoy this simple lesson plan that explains why our jobs matter to God. Children need to understand that working hard  glorifies God. Work is one way we love our neighbors and fulfill our purpose in life. These truths are relevant [...]

Children's Bible Lessons

Armor of God Coloring Pages

August 25th by Tony Kummer
Printable Armor of God Coloring Pages

Print out these two original coloring sheets based on Ephesians 6:10-18. These illustrations were created by Mandy Groce. If you enjoy her work, please leave a comment to let her know how you will use in them. Directions:  To use these printable Armor of God coloring pages in your ministry, school, or home – simply click on the [...]

Bible Coloring Pages

Christian Parenting is Combat: Albert Mohler

August 21st by Tony Kummer
Albert Mohler

Here is my rough summary and paraphrase of the session with Dr. Mohler. I will post the audio when it is released so you can listen for yourself. Albert Mohler never disappoints in his communication ability. His wise discussion of parenting was seasoned with humor and personal stories. This session helped me better understand what [...]

Connecting Church and Home Conference

The Genesis Standard for Families: Ryan Rush

August 21st by Tony Kummer
Connecting Church & Home Conference

Here is my rough summary and paraphrase of the session with Ryan Rush. I will post the audio when it is released so you can listen for yourself. Ryan was a competent speaker and the audience enjoyed his message. In addition to these notes he explained the milestone strategy that his church uses to help [...]

Connecting Church and Home Conference

Calling Fathers to Raise Men: Randy Stinson

August 20th by Tony Kummer
Randy Stinson

Here is my rough summary and paraphrase of Dr. Stinson’s talk. I will post the audio when it is released so you can listen for yourself. His message had two sections. In the beginning he explained the challenges facing men & boys in our culture. Then he offered some practical ways that churches can encourage [...]

Connecting Church and Home Conference

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