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Children's Ministry Ideas

The Adoption of Moses (Children’s Bible Lesson)

06 November | by Beckie Stewart
Lesson About Baby Moses

This Bible lesson for children is based on the story of Moses from Exodus 1:15-2:10 and his mother releasing him to the care of the Pharoah’s daughter. This lesson shows the deep love of a birthmother for her child and the gift of life she gives when she releases her child for adoption. The [...]

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Operation Christmas Child: A Service Project for Students

03 November | by Kristin Charles
Operation Christmas Child

Looking for a service project to involve your students in this year? Try Operation Christmas Child.  Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization.
As described on its website, Samaritan’s Purse “has helped meet the need of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with [...]

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Creation Review (Preschool Bible Lesson)

02 November | by Felicia Mollohan
Preschool Lesson About Creation

This is the last of a seven week series of Bible lessons about creation.. This lesson plan is designed to remind the preschool aged children about the days of creation as previously taught in the our related lesson plans. It could be used in any setting with children age 2-5 at church, including a [...]

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Four Storytelling Tips for Children’s Ministry

31 October | by Kristin Charles
Storytelling Tips

Jesus was a master story-teller. Droves of people followed Him wherever He went.  They listened to His every word.  His parables utilized simple objects to convey more complex truths.  They were relevant to the audience and they often ended with some type of surprise or twist.
In the Parable of the Mustard Seed, Jesus compares the [...]

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The Birth of Jesus: A Free Christmas Play for Children

28 October | by Felicia Mollohan
christmas play for children

Here is a simple kids Christmas skit for church. You can download, print, and use with your children’s choir. Like all our resources this is 100% free for you to use in your children’s ministry. This pageant is written directly from the Bible, only adding songs and direction for the actors. There are no [...]

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This Week in Children’s Ministry for 10/28/2009

28 October | by Tony Kummer
children's ministry ideas

It’s Wednesday again, and that means another roundup of interesting and helpful kids minsitry links. This is a great way to stay current with trends and news related to children’s ministry. Enjoy!
We Love Lists! There is something about a list that grabs my attention.

10 Ways to Help Your Child Make Friends at Church from one [...]

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What Do You Love About Children’s Ministry?

25 October | by Tony Kummer
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I want to put together a massive list of why we love serving in children’s ministry, but I need your help. The finished list will be a great way to encourage other people in children’s ministry.
In one sentence, share why you love serving in children’s ministry.
Read 101 reasons to love children’s ministry.

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Kids Ministry Game: Captain Midnight

20 October | by Charlie Wallace
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Here is another “backpocket” game that you can play if you have a large group of kids and a large area where they can run.  This can be a game that you can play to fill up time at an Easter Egg Hunt, Backyard Bible Club, or whatever the situation. Like Quiet Ball and Silent [...]

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Kids Fear Factor: How to Help Children Overcome Fear

19 October | by Mimi Bullock
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The spirit of fear plays upon the deepest parts of a child’s being. A child’s natural tendency is to fear the great big world he finds himself in. Children’s workers are familiar with the common but serious fears of children. The most popular are fear of the dark, what is under the bed and [...]

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This Week In Children’s Ministry for 10/14/2009

14 October | by Tony Kummer
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Here is another roundup of interesting articles and newsworthy events relevant to Children’s Ministry. This week there is a little something about everything. If you’re looking for more, check out my list of recommended kids ministry blogs.
Jonathan Cliff earns his #1 blog ranking with 3 great posts about the new child dedication process at [...]

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Tell Others Why Kids Ministry Matters

13 October | by Tony Kummer
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Here is a resource to help you spread your passion for children’s ministry. It’s called 68 Practical Benefits of Children’s Ministry and it’s free for you to print off and share.
68 Reasons Why Children’s Ministry Matters:

14 Ways Children’s Ministry Helps Kids
8 Ways Children’s Ministry Helps Families
24 Ways Children’s Ministry Helps The Church
8 Ways Children’s Ministry [...]

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Creation Bible Story Book for Children

09 October | by Felicia Mollohan
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Download and print this Bible storybook to help children learn about God’s work of creation. This lesson is part of a series of Bible lessons about creation. Each PDF file tells the story of creation based on Genesis and includes color visuals. Use the links below to select the chapter you need.
Story of Creation Book [...]

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Ten Adorable Kids Bible Costumes

05 October | by Tony Kummer
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Are you researching Bible Costumes? Maybe your child will attend a Christian Halloween event or Trunk or Treat. Maybe your church is having a Bible Character night in their children’s ministry? Maybe your planning a Children’s Christmas or Easter program. In any case, you’ll enjoy these Ten Adorable Bible Character Costumes.
Baby Sheep Costume
The Bible is [...]

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Video: Parable of the Prodigal Son

02 October | by Tony Kummer
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This short video features the story of the Prodigal Son told using slides from a Bible Story comic book. This could be used with a Bible lesson about the Prodigal Son.
The title in the video says “Prodigal God” which brings out the real meaning behind the story. Both brothers have hurt the father and need [...]

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