This contains all the special seasonal resources for holidays and annual events.
This is the final preschool lesson in a 3-part series on The Birth of Christ. It is designed to teach preschooler about the Christmas Story based on the details of the Wise Mens’ visit to see the Jesus. It could be used in any setting with children age 2-5 at church, including a preschool Sunday School class or a preschool … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another Thanksgiving lesson plan for your children’s ministry. It 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. This lesson presents the story of Jesus and the Ten Lepers from Luke 17:11-19. It could be used in an elementary or preteen … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a lesson plan intended to be used for Thanksgiving, but you could utilize it at any time of year. It is the account in Luke 17:11-19 of the ten lepers who were healed by Jesus, yet only one returned to give thanks. The lesson is designed for children’s church or Sunday School and is intended for preschool children, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Try this lesson plan based on the story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 to teach children about thankfulness. It would work in any children’s ministry setting but is designed for Children’s Church or Sunday School. Objectives: To identify Biblical strategies for dealing with problems in our lives, based on Jehoshaphat’s response to an attacking army. To develop students who … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson about Thanksgiving was first used in our Sunday morning children’s church with Kindergarten – 6th grade students. It could also work as a Thanksgiving Sunday School lesson or any other children’s ministry teaching time. Be sure to modify it for your ministry context. Leave any suggestions or fresh ideas in the comment box at the bottom of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Legend of the Candy Cane is a fun object lesson to remind kids the Christmas story is all about Jesus. Download our printable version below and share this beautiful Gospel message with kids in your church this December! Get the printout below and then watch our Candy cane object lesson video. Download the Candy Cane Poem Share the Good … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download these simple storybooks to help children read the biblical story of Christmas. The combined file below includes the three mini-booklets and our poem about the night of Jesus birth in one easy printable PDF file. The Christmas Story for Children Printable PDF “Birth of Jesus” Kids Version Our simple printable mini-books includes the text from the NIRV (New International … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Last year I wrote a post about finding Christmas plays for your children’s ministry. In the comments that followed, one reader offered to share her Christmas play. We are posting it here for anyone to use in their church Christmas pageant. Please leave feedback or say thanks in the comment form at the bottom of this post. This Christmas play … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another great craft idea from Cullen’s Abcs. This craft is super easy and will help the children understand what it means to be thankful. It would be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving Sunday School lesson. Simply make the poster at church and send home a note for parents about how to use it as a family ministry … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Looking for a service project to involve your students in this year? Try Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization. They made our list of top ministry groups to sponsor a child for the coming new year. As described on its website, Samaritan’s Purse “has helped meet the need of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a simple kids Christmas skit for church. You can download, print, and use with your children’s choir. Like all our resources this is 100% free for you to use in your children’s ministry. This pageant is written directly from the Bible, only adding songs and direction for the actors. There are no speaking parts for the actors, only … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The spirit of fear plays upon the deepest parts of a child’s being. A child’s natural tendency is to fear the great big world he finds himself in. Children’s workers are familiar with the common but serious fears of children. The most popular are fear of the dark, what is under the bed and anything unfamiliar in his life. This … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Are you researching Bible Costumes? Maybe your child will attend a Christian Halloween event or Trunk or Treat. Maybe your church is having a Bible Character night in their children’s ministry? Maybe your planning a Children’s Christmas or Easter program. In any case, you’ll enjoy these Ten Adorable Bible Character Costumes. Baby Sheep Costume The Bible is full of animals … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Summertime is a more relaxed season of the year for many families (although with vacations, baseball, and family reunions our schedules can still be hectic!) But summer is a good time to remind ourselves as parents that growth in the grace and knowledge of God doesn’t take summer breaks. The summer months present a great opportunity for Christian moms and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I just got an email from a children’s ministry leader asking this question. I thought it was something worth talking about here on the blog. I will offer some advice, but I also want to hear what you would say. Just leave a comment at the bottom of this post. Here is the question: With Father’s Day approaching, I have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Be ready this year – use our ideas below to challenge and encourage dads this father’s day in your church. Don’t miss our free lessons, crafts, games, and coloring pages for Father’s Day. Use this page to plan your Sunday School or Children’s Church lesson for Father’s Day. Here are all most popular free ideas for father’s day at your church. Worship … More Children’s Ministry Resources
If you’re looking for some new craft ideas for Father’s day in Sunday School – you’re not alone. I’m always searching for new crafts for our kids. I wanted an easy craft, because in children’s church I have a wide age range. Here is what I discovered. If you know of another great resource, let me know in the comment … More Children’s Ministry Resources
And call no man your father on earth, for you have one Father, who is in heaven. Matthew 23:9 What is Jesus telling us when He says “call not man your father on earth?” We celebrate Father’s Day every year because Daddy’s are a special gift given to us by God. Jesus is not saying that we cannot call your Dad … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Make sure mom know she’s special this year. Use any of these awesome craft ideas. Consider adding a mother’s day Bible verse for spiritual encouragement! Mother’s Day Coloring Pages Hand & Footprint Flower (offsite link) Mother’s Day Handprint Bouquet from Trendy Treehouse (offsite link) Post-It Notes Booklet (offsite link) Footprint Butterfly poem (offsite link) More Craft Ideas for Mother’s Day … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Show honor to moms in your church with these 6 simple ideas. At my church, we celebrate Mother’s Day by hosting Muffins with Mom. This is usually an hour before Sunday School begins. We invite all mom’s and their children to celebrate her special day with muffins, juice, milk, and coffee. We finish by taking a picture of Mom with … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I recently sent out a special newsletter talking about gift ideas for Sunday School teachers and other children’s ministry workers. I want to get your ideas too. What gifts do you give out around your church? Leave a comment below to share your thoughts.
“If I only get that – then I’ll really be happy,” she said. I was amazed. “You don’t really believe that? Do you?” “Yes, it will make me happy . . .. I know it will.” This was a conversation I had last week with a child from our church. It reminded me of the spiritual dangers of Christmas. Many … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Try our collection of free printable craft ideas for Sunday School. Download the PDF directions and watch the videos below. These activities are a perfect companion to our Thanksgiving Sunday School lessons for children. Thanksgiving Craft Projects & Activities Scroll down to see many more ideas for crafting thankfulness with your Sunday School class. We’re adding new ideas each week … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s time to start planning your Christmas program for kids. Browse our 100% free printable Christmas plays and download the one that’s right for your church. You can get some excellent Christmas programs under $10 on Amazon.com, but we know many churches want to create something original. For children’s Christmas songs for church we recommend this CD from Amazon. “Christmas … More Children’s Ministry Resources