Don’t Ever Ask Me to Sing a Special. Cause if you do, it’ll be awkward for everyone involved. Singing is not really my thing, as much as I love praising God. He’s gracious to listen to me; others – not so much. For that matter, administration isn’t my strength either. I cower at the thought of telling someone what to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In 2006, a study by the Barna Group revealed that most twenty-somethings disengage from active participation in the Christian faith during their adult years. This is true even for those who have displayed strong levels of spiritual activity as a teenager. In addition, statistics demonstrate that this pattern of disengagement is continuing through adulthood, creating somewhat of a missing generation … More Children’s Ministry Resources
My three-year old is sleeping right now, all snuggled up under her beloved princess blanket. Most likely, her dreams have set her on a frantic search for Cinderella’s lost slipper in a faraway land. I adore this stage of her life – the tea parties, the dress-up gowns, the pretend play and the creativity. However, I am not as crazy … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Objectives: To define self-control and lack thereof. To identify tools that the students can use to build self-control. To develop students who display self-control in their personal lives. This lesson is geared towards a children’s church classroom setting of 1st -5th graders. Materials: A game like Jenga or Operation, cardboard bricks or building blocks with words from Proverbs 25:28 on … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Edmund Burke once said, “All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” That quote unsettles me, partly because it describes me. International Justice Mission (IJM) is an organization that allows you to extend that influence to vulnerable children around the world. Their purpose is articulated in Isaiah 1:17, “Seek justice, encourage the oppressed, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There’s no doubt – if you want an effective children’s ministry, you have to build relationships. Though relationships take time, here are five simple ideas you can utilize to demonstrate Jesus’ love to your students. 1. Remember birthdays – Send out birthday cards/postcards to the children in your ministry. Get a silly birthday hat from a party store or Oriental … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children learn through play. They’re naturals. It’s us adults that sometimes need help! We’ve forgotten how. Plus it’s difficult to know how much babies and toddlers understand anyway. Next time you serve in the nursery, play with your own little tikes, or take care of children this age, use these developmental ages and stages as a guide to know how … More Children’s Ministry Resources
These are verses that we all know too well. So well that we might not even read them. “He took a little child and had him stand among them. Taking him in his arms, he said to them, ‘Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Libraries all over the nation conduct summer reading programs, so why shouldn’t we? There is a plethora of quality literature out there and children looking for something to do. All they need is a little encouragement! Goals: Summer reading allows children to maintain skills and develop a lifelong love for books. Reading also allows students to be engaged in learning, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I think we’ve all been there. We’re finished with our prepared lesson and there is still a LOT of time remaining. There are also a LOT of children staring up at you, anxiously awaiting their next activity. Next time you’re caught with too much free time, here are some fun and easy activities to do with the students. Just make … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Get creative – and – keep the congregation’s full attention. This can’t fail approach requires zero preparation and gets kids involved since they bring the object each week. I’m not certain who first coined the idea of “Sermons in a Sack,” but if you need a break from the usual children’s sermons, this is a good alternative for summer. These … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Do you ever find yourself forgetting what is most important? I know I do. My keys, my debit card, my license. Yep, they have all been lost this week to my husband’s horror. But at least I haven’t yet forgotten our kids anywhere. Or maybe I have. Sometimes I beam with pride over my son’s developing vocabulary or his hand/eye … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a great way to encourage family discipleship over the summer vacation. It’s also a fun approach to stay connected with children. If you are looking for creative family ministry ideas, then this post is for you – all this from one helpful little teddy bear. Barnabas Bear travels along with families to their summer destinations. He is any … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Was I the only one who sat glued to the season premier of Jon and Kate Plus Eight the other night? After all the media hype, I had to see what was going on. Though I’m not a regular follower of the show, it broke my heart to see two sad, distant, and disconnected individuals. Not to mention the eight … More Children’s Ministry Resources
[click below to print from web or save the image file] Print this beautiful card to show honor & respect to Veterans (and anyone who sacrifices). Make it a Sunday School project to accompany their Bible lesson. You may also like our Pledge of Allegiance printable Honor Veterans Print the card above to use for Veterans Day. The kids in … More Children’s Ministry Resources