This is the first sheet from our special Advent Coloring Book by Mandy Groce. Each coloring page will highlight an aspect of Christmas. Directions: Simply click on the preview image to download this coloring page as a printable PDF file. We’ve also uploaded the higher resolution jpeg for advanced editing. Here is Mandy’s explanation of this picture: Week one of advent – … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download these free printable Advent coloring pages to help children understand and celebrate the meaning of Christ’s birth. The links below will download each series in a single print-friendly PDF file. Coloring Pages for Advent Advent Calendar Coloring Pages Over the years, we’ve created dozens of free coloring sheets for the Christmas season. This artwork is 100% free to use … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It takes months of practice and hard work to pull off a top-notch Christmas program. Arranging choreography, dealing with temperamental children (and parents) and building sets on a shoestring budget can culminate to make a challenging task. Entering the foray will be droves of new children who have heard about the play and are longing to be involved. You have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is such an easy way to put together a solid Christmas musical for your children at church. It’s a split track DVD with kid friendly arrangements of 20 familiar Christmas chorals. This might be just the right resource for your struggling Christmas musical. Click here to learn more about this DVD. Share the joy – leave a comment below and say what you … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free script for a children’s Christmas play was contributed by a reader named Julie Snyder. I would recommend adding some simple Christmas Bible readings along with this excellent script. You can also browse our other suggestions for doing a Christmas program at church. >> Download the Print-Friendly Version here. Christmas Hope CAST: Mom Son Daughter Mary Joseph Angel Isaiah … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another Christmas resource to share with children at your church. You can download and show this video or watch it directly from YouTube. Enjoy this video presentation of the Biblical Christmas story. This is offered free from the Christian Tools of Affirmation website. Video Description 16-page full-color softcover picture book tells the traditional story surrounding Jesus’ birth with … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is taken from the passage where Wise men from the east follow a star seeking the King of the Jews. They seek help from Herod in Jerusalem and travel to Bethlehem to worship Jesus and give Him gifts. Both the Magi and Joseph are given dreams to keep them safe from Herod’s anger. It can be used for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
First Person Christmas Story As Told by a Shepherd Boy This is the Christmas story told from a first-person perspective. This could be used as a dramatic monologue in place of a children’s sermon or in children’s church. I could imagine having a volunteer in costume share the story. You could also include it as part of your Christmas play. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Our Most Popular Christmas Items: Christmas is coming fast, so I wanted to point out a few of our most popular materials. Each of the following links will take you to a free printable Christmas resource. We have really been encouraged to hear how churches and families have used these items. It is our prayer that they will help you … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It happens almost every year. One kid comes to children’s church with a personal mission to prove Santa is not real. Besides the disruption, it creates a situation where one child is calling someone’s mom a liar. That’s why I’m calling to order a special Christmas edition of our Think Tank. How do you handle the whole issue of Santa … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson is based on the story of Simeon and Anna when Joseph and Mary present Jesus in the Temple. It was prepared for a class of 3rd and 4th graders, but could be modified for any elementary aged class. Feel free to print it out or adapt it for your children’s church. The schedule for this class … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a brief devotion for Christmas based on some observations of the Christmas lights. Put these ideas into your own words and you could easily use this content as a Children’s Sermon around Christmas or Advent Season. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another free Christmas program that you can download and use in your ministry. Simply download the zip file below and unpack the Word and PowerPoint files. It was sent to me by Mitch Townley, the children’s pastor at West Hills Presbyterian (PCA) in Knoxville. You can leave any comments or questions for Mitch at the bottom of this … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is taken from Luke 2 where Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem was announced to shepherds by angels. The shepherds found Jesus as they were told and spread the Good News to others. This lesson was written for 3rd and 4th students in mind. This can be simplified for preschool age and also adapted for a Children’s Church lesson. At … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This simple 12 Symbols of Christmas booklet is one of our most popular resources during the Christmas season. Use the link below to download the PDF printable version. Printable 12 Symbols of Christmas Mini-Book for Teaching Kids the Meaning of Christmas Here is a printable Christmas book about the 12 Symbols of Christmas. I have taken symbols of Christmas that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This reflection on Christmas was written by Doug Wolter, the Pastor of Children & Education at LaGrange Baptist Church. You can read more from Doug at his blog Life Together. Don’t miss our new guide if you are looking to sponsor a child as a family this Christmas. One of the things I try to teach my children is how … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This simple poem is perfect for sharing the story of Jesus birth with younger children. Scroll down to see the full text or simply download the printable PDF storybook below: Twas the Night of Jesus Birth Printable Christmas Story Poem Twas the Night of Jesus Birth (full text) ‘Twas the night of Jesus’ birth, when all through the town Not … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here are some simple ways for Christian families to celebrate the Christmas season together. This post was written by Doug Wolter, the Pastor of Children & Education at LaGrange Baptist Church. You can read more from Doug at his blog Life Together. Our hope during the Christmas season is to intentionally pass on to our own children the love of Christ … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I love the Christmas season. We get to decorate our house and set up our nativity to celebrate the coming of our Lord and savior. Every time I hold a newborn baby, I think back to the first Christmas. Can you imagine what Mary must have felt like holding the Son of God? On one hand, He, Jesus, needed her … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There are so many children’s picture books out today that tell the Christmas story. Here is a short collection of books that I would highly recommend. These stories are fun and engaging, plus they tell the true meaning of Christmas. Your kids will enjoy hearing them again and again! Don’t miss our look at the top children’s Bibles available in 2020. God … More Children’s Ministry Resources
How many of your Nativity sets have wise men in them? Where do you usually place your wise men? Do you want to know where I place mine? Good! I place mine either on the other side of the entertainment center (across from the nativity) or if they are larger, on the other side of the room they are in. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In Children’s Ministry, it is easy for us to challenge the kids in our care at the church to be mindful of Christ at Christmas. I have found that it is somewhat more difficult to get the parents to keep Christ at the center of Christmas. I have discovered some nice resources that help to keep Christmas Christ-Centered. For example, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a video clip that I’m going show the kids at my church this Christmas season. It does a great job of setting the story of Jesus’ birth in the context of redemptive history. Watch the 5 minute video clip and see for yourself. This would also be a great way to share the Christmas story with your children … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download or print this Christmas Sunday School lesson for Children. It points out some results of Jesus being our “Prince of Peace.” In a world that lacks peace, there are children who lack peace. To add to their own fears, they internalize the anxieties of adults and the conflicts surrounding them. This lesson recognizes Jesus as our Prince of Peace … More Children’s Ministry Resources