The Best Children’s Ministry Websites:
- We recommend Children’s Ministry Magazine by Group Publishing for their excellent articles.
- LifeWay Kids is a leading publisher for kids church lessons.
- We love the Children’s Church Curriculum from GO!
- Kidology is wonderful resource library and community for children’s pastors.
- Sermons4Kids shares amazing teaching material.
- The International Network of Children’s Ministry has excellent training.
- We also have a list of 100+ blogs about children’s ministry!
- Don’t miss Children’s Ministry Deals if you are buying curriculum for your kids church.
Children’s ministry is a calling!
“The Calling” is a encouraging poem you can print and share in you church. It describes the struggles and joys of being a kids pastor. Later I learned that poem was written by Roger Fields of Kidz Blitz ministries – who was one of my heroes in children’s ministry.
How to find volunteers for your church’s kids ministry.
In most churches, finding volunteers for is a constant struggle. This is one major roadblock to growth on Sundays. Most childrens ministers spend hours recruiting for Sunday school, church nursery, vacation Bible school, and other children’s ministry programs. That’s why we wrote this article, “6 Reasons to Serve in Kids Ministry.”
Why is childrens ministry so important?
We surveyed 400 children ministry leaders and analyzed the latest research. Here’s what we learned about the value of childrens ministry. Jesus loves the little ones – that’s why we love to serve in this mission. Every person (no matter their age) was created to have a personal relationship with Christ.
What are the benefits of children’s ministry?
Your kids ministry is important. That’s why we started writing down this list of the 68 benefits of children’s church, Sunday School, and all kids ministry programs. We hope this article will encourage everyone at your church to invest in the next generation.
What childrens ministers are saying about Ministry-To-Children
Morning VBS is better- as a Mother- and as a volunteer. I do Not like evening VBS, it messes with…
Thanks for the inspiration- I was looking for ideas for a children’s talk and Sunday school lesson. I can see…
When I was quite young I remember hearing the older kids recite this poem (or one very similar) at Sunday…
Very helpful in our sunday school class. Thank you. God bless you more
2025: Thank you for this lesson, it’s just a week before Memorial Day and I wanted to do a lesson…
Teaching is such a blessing. Your lessons look great.
- A Hero in Our Lives: Celebrating Dads on Father’s Day! Hey amazing kids! Can you believe it’s June already? And do you know what super special day is coming up very, very soon? That’s right! It’s Father’s Day! It’s a day when we get to celebrate some of the most important, coolest, and often silliest people in […]
- The biblical book of Jonah is a unique and compelling narrative found within the Old Testament. Unlike other prophetic books that primarily consist of a prophet’s direct messages or oracles, Jonah tells a dramatic story about the prophet himself. At its heart, the book of Jonah is a powerful exploration of God’s boundless mercy and compassion, extending […]
- The story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den is a powerful and enduring Bible Story from the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. It’s a captivating narrative that highlights themes of faithfulness, courage, and God’s miraculous protection in the face of extreme adversity. This dramatic event sets the stage by establishing Daniel’s character and the political climate of […]
- Samuel Hears the Voice of God (1 Samuel 3) Just as God spoke directly to young Samuel, Jesus welcomes children into a close relationship with Him. When we trust in Jesus as our Savior, we can hear and respond to God’s voice at any age, just like Samuel did. This story clearly demonstrates that God […]
- The Month of Celebrating the Mother’s Day for Christian Kids The Bible teaches us to love and respect our parents, and Mother’s Day is a special time to show our love for our wonderful mothers! Christians take seriously the biblical command to “Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:2). Mother’s Day is a […]
- King David and His Sin and Repentance (2 Samuel 11) The story of King David’s sin with Bathsheba and his subsequent repentance is a significant and often sobering account found in 2 Samuel chapter 11 and 12 of the Bible. It serves as a powerful reminder of the corrupting influence of power, the seriousness of sin, and […]
- The Palm Sunday, Welcoming the Humble King Jesus Christ The story of Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem is a significant event in the Bible, marking the beginning of the final week of his earthly ministry before his crucifixion and resurrection. It’s recorded in all four Gospels: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, and John 12:12-19. […]
- The Bible Story of a Brave Young Boy, David, Who Defeated the Giant Goliath (1 Samuel 17:1-58) The story highlights the power of faith in God. When we trust in a power greater than ourselves, we can achieve things that seem humanly impossible. This bible story encourages us to rely on God’s strength rather than […]
- Imagine a big, bustling city, full of people. The air is thick with excitement, and everyone’s talking about someone special coming to town. This wasn’t just anyone; it was Jesus! Today, we’re going to learn about a very special day called Palm Sunday, a day when Jesus got a royal welcome. What is Palm Sunday? […]
- April is the month of Easter and Holy Week April often encompasses Holy Week, which culminates in Easter Sunday. This is the most important celebration in the Christian calendar, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Therefore, April becomes a time of intense focus on the events leading up to Jesus’s crucifixion and resurrection, including Palm […]
5 Reasons Why Kids Need Children’s Church
Kid church or big church? That is the question many parents are asking lately. When I began in children’s ministry, back in 1997, (oh my!) age specific programs weren’t wildly popular in my area but over the years, the trend has caught on. Now I am happy to report we have some amazing ministries that reach and growth.
The Top 4 Myths About Children’s Pastors
The childrens pastor is like magical unicorns, strange creatures that are largely misunderstood — that is if you believe the myths about them. Having been involved in ministry for over 20 years I can assure you that I have heard just about everything. I am not offended by what I have heard just amused […]
How to Start Right as the New Ministry Director
Starting in a new job is intimidating anyway, but a new job in a new church with new people can be overwhelming. There are things that you can do right away that can set you up for success in ministry. Consider this a strategy for long-term success. There are also things that you can do that can get your children’s ministry set off […]
We’re not the only source of articles, lessons, and activity ideas to help your kids’ ministry. Below are some other excellent blogs & websites that we strongly recommend. The articles below are all offsite links and will take you away from our site (but we hope you come back soon!). These are places we recommend and trust for their quality curriculum, training, ideas, and resources.
Kids’ Ministry FAQs
According Children’s Ministry Magazine: The full-time salary range was $40,000 to $44,999. While the part-time range was less than $10,000 to $14,999. Compensations vary widely based on gender, education, church size, marital status, and locations.
The job description of a children’s pastor includes oversight of church program for kids and support of parents in their role of family discipleship. This position includes volunteer recruitment, curriculum selection, event planning (camps and VBS), and outreach visitation. In most cases, the children’s pastor reports to the senior pastor. They collaborate with youth ministry leadership to ensure a smooth transition from the elementary to the middles school departments.
Junior church is another term used for children’s church. This is a separate program for kids offered during the adult worship service. Typically components include age-appropriate teaching, fun crafts, learning actives and child-friendly worship music. Attendees are taught to use their Bibles and hear messages centered on the basics of Christianity.
In larger congregations, the credentials are equivalent to public school teachers. This includes a Bachelor’s Degree and an advanced degree from a Christian College or Seminary. In smaller churches, often parents are hired as part-time children’s ministry jobs. Many careers start as parents who serve as volunteers for their local congregation. Only later do they receive special training from denominational conferences.
No: In most churches, the Sunday School teacher is a volunteer position. There are some exceptions for large congregations, popular guest speakers, or when a paid staff pastors leads a class. There are a growing number of online Sunday School classes, where the teacher uses digital media and downloads to make class access easy for everyone.
Sunday School is an ongoing program of Christian Education with the aim of forming lifelong followers of Jesus Christ. Bible studies are offered in separate age groups patterned after public education. Done right, participants discover their spiritual gifts and find practical ways to serve Christ. In some churches, Sunday School has an evangelistic component where those curious about the Christian Faith can learn and ask questions.
What is children’s ministry? (Kids Ministry)
Many Christian Churches, offer programs and events for children. These actives are normal separate from the main adult worship service of the congregation. This is a specific emphasis of Christian Education, to ensure the next generation believes and follows the teaching of their parents.
What is #KidMIN
This is an often used abbreviation for kids ministry used on social media platforms. Kidmin means ministry to kids.
In short – telling kids about Jesus!
Thank you so much for sharing. I recently joined a new church and volunteer with the children’s ministry. I specifically…