Lately I’ve visited the children’s ministry in some small churches. These are exactly the kind of under-funded ministries our website exists to serve. A common theme is clear — in all the scramble to do ministry they often lack clear goals and vision for their programs. My observation — we need a map to know if we’re on the right … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I just got my hands on a review copy of Eek! Said Amy by L.J. Zimmerman. It’s really good. It’s a short read, ideal for bedtime with the children. The illustrations are catchy and will make you laugh at times. The story is about learning to handle emotions. Right from the start it reminded me of the Disney movie “Inside … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We love this devotions for kids resource to help kids and parents share grow in faith together AND that a part of all profits goes to helping rescue girls from human trafficking. God’s Story 365 is a fun way to explore the Bible as a family. Each page has bright-colored art, short and engaging stories (including biblical references to dive deeper) … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a fun video to help kids learn about John 3:16 from Crossroads Kids Club. It offers a brief explanation of the verse and then fun challenge. Dave challenges Courtney to say John 3:16 (a verse in the Bible) while being strapped into a ride that launches them straight into the air at “100 miles per hour”. Will she … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Q: When is pastor appreciation day? A: The 2nd Sunday of October is the Pastor Appreciation Day Children’s Sermon for Clergy Appreciation Sunday The Gospel reading for this weekend is perfect to add some thoughts on pastor appreciation. It’s the story of when Jesus healed the 10 men with leprosy, but only one came back to offer his thanks. It’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Check out this new video Bible story from Crossroads Kids Club. You can watch it below or download it directly from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos. The Tower of Babel Genesis 11:1-9 (NIV) 11 Now the whole world had one language and a common speech. 2 As people moved eastward, they found a plain in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We’re excited to announce our first “printed” coloring books! Almost every week, readers have been asking me how they can buy printed versions of our wildly popular Bible coloring pages. Our first priority is giving away free materials, so that project has been on hold for many years. Today, we are releasing our first “printed” editions. Perfect for gifts (and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Imagine a child is ready to accept Christ …. but they can’t find the words. That’s when a simple example prayer asking for salvation (aka “The Sinner’s Prayer”) is helpful. Asking God to forgive your sins is not complicated and the words alone are not magic. Jesus looks at the heart of repentance and anyone praying to Him in faith can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Cokesbury has released their new Vacation Bible School program for 2018. We had a chance to see the curriculum first-hand and have complied the following resources for churches interested in using this material next summer. First Impressions I was invited to preview the material at one of Cokesbury’s many “test” churches. This is how they revise and improve the 2018 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Get the combined set of all 66 Books of the Bible coloring book for only $15 from the Sunday School Store. This both saves you time AND supports the artists who created these beautiful coloring sheets. Use the link below to download all 27 coloring pages we’ve created for the books of the New Testament. If you prefer, you can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This video was made for younger kids and teaches about God’s Promise to Abraham. It’s from the preschool ministry at Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos. For more help, don’t miss our printable story of Abraham coloring pages.
The kids in your ministry will enjoy this video Bible story from Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos. John 5:1-15 NIV Some time later, Jesus went up to Jerusalem for one of the Jewish festivals. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem near the Sheep … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Your children’s church will enjoy this new Bible story from Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos.
Download and print our 100% free activities for the 4th of July in Sunday School. God has blessed America! Let’s teach kids to respect their freedom and give thanks to God on the 4th of July. The Fourth of July is a major holiday in the United States. It’s officially called Independence Day and is a celebration about our freedom as a nation. The Fourth … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Your children’s church will enjoy this new music video from Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos. God shows me how much he loves me God really loves me So I dance, dance, dance and I laugh, laugh, laugh and I love, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We discontinued our email newsletter sometime last summer, it was just too much time to justify the number of people reading. But since then we’ve heard from many readers who miss getting the best of our content delivered to their email. >> Click here to subscribe << So we’re testing a new approach that I’m calling FREE STUFF FRIDAY. It’s just … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Our friends at Go Fish Resources are excited about the new 2017 Vacation Bible School theme “VICTORY.” The giveaway on this post has ended and the winner was notified by email. Even if you have a theme for this summer, this curriculum would be an awesome weekly program on Sunday or Wednesday nights. Don’t miss all the great feedback from readers below. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Your preschool or toddler class will enjoy this short video story about God making the world. It’s another free resource from our friends at Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos.
Your children’s church will enjoy this new music video from Crossroads Kids Club. Watch the preview below and then download a copy from their page on Vimeo. Don’t miss all their free Bible teaching videos.
We’re excited about this new resource to help kids and parents daily devotionals in faith together. It’s called God’s Story 365 and is a fun way to explore the Bible as a family! Each page has bright-colored art, short and engaging stories (including biblical references to dive deeper) and table-talk-style questions to get kids of any age talking about the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God saved Moses and the Israelites from slavery and parted the Red Sea. Use this free video Bible story when teaching about the Exodus and God’s power to save. The video is aimed for middle to older elementary but could be used in almost any teaching context. It’s a perfect addition any Sunday School or kids church lesson. Click here … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Simeon and Anna waited almost their whole lives to meet the promised rescuer. When they met Jesus, they rejoiced that God kept his promise! Read about it in Luke 2:25-40. You can download the video directly from Vimeo. Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When was the last time you had 100 percent turnout to your volunteer training? What about 50 percent? Or even 25 percent? Don’t be discouraged—we’ve all been there! But if your volunteers don’t come to your training, how can you ensure that kids are having the very best experience in classrooms and growing closer to Jesus? If this is your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’m so excited to share this resource. Our friends at Children’s Ministry Deals were inspired by our 52 Bible Memory Verse list and turned them into printable graphic cards. You need to check out these free memory verses for kids graphics. I can tell this took a lot of work and the results are amazing. These are short and easy … More Children’s Ministry Resources