This contains all the special seasonal resources for holidays and annual events.
Work the maze and learn some words from 1 Corinthians 13 that describe love. Click on the preview above for the printable PDF document. This is part of a series called Bible Puzzle with a variety of different puzzles. Besides pencils, some need Bibles, crayons, and/or scissors and glue. Some are easier or harder than others.
This is a great little skit that would be good to perform in class during the weeks leading up to Easter. It was taken directly from the NASB version of Luke 24:1-12. Before you start, talk with the children about how to listen to the words of the script and try to act out what is being read. This skit … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a great little skit that would be good to perform in class during the weeks leading up to Easter. It was taken directly from the NASB version of Luke 22:14-23. This skit can be done as simply as having the kids sit on the floor acting out the parts, with no props or costumes, and the teacher or … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a great little skit that would be good to perform in class during the weeks leading up to Easter. It was taken directly from the NASB version of Luke 22:39-53. Before you start, talk with the children about how to listen to the words of the script and try to act out what is being read. This skit … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Click here to download the print friendly version. This skit allows students to review the story of Judas betraying Jesus. It could be repeated more than once to give everyone a chance to participate. This would probably be best for older children, as it has some scary parts. Judas // Cast Props Judas Jesus Bag of money High Priest Peter Sword Priest … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a simple skit that presents Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. This would be wonderful to have the children in your class act out on Palm Sunday so they know the story of what happened on on the Palm Sunday. This can be done as simply as having the children read the script while acting or as elaborately with … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Need some promotion ideas for March? Boost your attendance and create some excitement with these St. Patrick’s Day promotions for kids’ ministry. Send home quarter-page flyers home each week to encourage the child’s attendance for the following week. Pop full-page flyers in the mail to kids who don’t attend regularly. Distribute flyers in your community and build your kids church … More Children’s Ministry Resources
You’ve got excited kids headed your way–are you ready for some St. Patrick’s Day fun? Implement some of these activities and keep your little ones busy during gaps in your schedule. I have found that it never hurts to have Plan A along with some fillers from Plan B. Sticking to the seasonal aspect, I have created activities that I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“Am I lucky?” That’s a question you may hear this St. Patrick’s Day from a wide-eyed child in your children’s ministry. In the community and on television, there will be lots of talk about leprechauns, finding a four-leaf clover or even a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. The idea of a sudden change in fortune or … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Every March people around the world, (even the non-Irish) celebrate the life and ministry of St. Patrick with the color green. Like the green countryside of the mother land, Irish fans proudly wear their green ensembles. Why not take advantage of this color’s seasonal popularity by using green for a few object lessons. You can find most of the items … More Children’s Ministry Resources
One of the greatest commands that God has given us is to love one another. But what does this look like in our lives? This is the question that this lesson attempts to answer. The Bible gives us lots of commandments, such as to tell others about Jesus and give to the poor. Of all of these commands the greatest … More Children’s Ministry Resources
With Valentine’s Day upon us, we are reminded of God’s never-ending and unfailing love for us. Secular Valentine’s Day is used to show those who we love romantically how much they mean to us, but this lesson uses it as a way to show God’s children how much He loves us. God’s love far exceeds any other type of love. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
No matter how carefully I plan, I nearly always have some extra time left in my kids’ church, even after the lesson components. As Pastor Bill Wilson once said, “If you don’t put on a program for your kids, they’ll put one on for you.” The idea of “free time” in class is great but even these social opportunities need … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Valentine’s Day is a great holiday to teach our kids about the true meaning of love. The world wants them to think love is this superficial, conditional type feeling that we should be striving to have on Valentine’s Day so that we can get a box of chocolates. Well, that’s not what God says about love. There are so many … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We serve a God who loves the entire world so it makes sense to celebrate Him on Valentine’s Day. Besides sugar-laden treats, heart crafts and passing out Valentine cards, you’ll probably need a few games for your children’s ministry parties. With a few supplies and some preparation, you can offer these exciting four games to your kids. (Prepping for these … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Are you always looking for ways to keep kids involved in outreach ministry? Want some ideas for teaching your group about servanthood? Evangelism is a big part of what my local church’s mission statement but finding activities kids can participate in is challenging at times. Especially when parents can’t bring them or stay with them. Still, at least once a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
If you’ve never considered hosting a Valentine’s banquet in kids’ church, perhaps you should! It is the perfect holiday for putting the focus on God’s love for us individually. Your children will be inundated with advertisements and television about finding love, being in love and falling in love. Help parents and grandparents teach their children that perfect love comes from … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In this worksheet children are reminded that God loved us first, and that is why we should love one another. Also discussed are ways of showing love for one another. Click here to download this free printable. This is part of a new series of worksheets called “Learn About…” which interpret Bible topics on an elementary school level. Bibles and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Playing this card-matching game, children learn more about 12 married couples in the Bible. Who pleased God? Who didn’t please God? This game could be played near Valentine’s Day or any time you are studying one of these Bible couples. It would work well for 2 to 4 players or teams. Print the cards (PDF) on card stock or heavy paper … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This game reminds children of things we can do to show our love for Jesus. Many activities are good things to do, but only certain ones especially show our love for Jesus. Because the game distinguishes between good actions and “best” actions, it is most appropriate for second graders and up. It can be played by 2 to 6 players … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus Loves Me Bingo reminds children of the ways God shows his love for us. It could be used near Valentine’s Day or any time you are emphasizing God’s love. The 3×3 cards (where you have to get 3 in a row) would work well for kindergarten and above. The 2×2 cards (where you have to mark all 4 pictures) would … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson uses inquiry to help middle schoolers find the meaning of thankfulness. Many of the Old Testament heroes faced difficult challenges in their lives, such as Daniel’s captivity in a den of lions. We know that God protected Daniel and brought him out of the den safely. We will focus on the aspect of the story where Daniel thanks … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Sunday after Christmas kids want to talk about their stuff. They always run up to me and start pouring out their list of new belongings. To redirect this, I’ve made some time in children’s church to talk about Christmas gifts and return thanks for God’s blessing. Here’s how it works. Have the children sit in a large circle for a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Main idea: As we welcome a new year, we can remember the Christmas message, that GOD IS WITH US! Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references (below), Isaiah 63:7-9, Psalm 148:7-14 and Hebrews 2:10-18 Spend time in prayer. Pray for your students. Many people get the “Christmas blues” this time of year, as the family festivities come to a close. We don’t … More Children’s Ministry Resources