Children’s Ministry Links

Review🔥 Sunday School Planet Digital Children’s Ministry Curriculum

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Sunday School Planet is a new curriculum for children’s ministry. We are excited to share it with you. Churches can subscribe to an annual subscription and get digital access for object lesson videos, onscreen games, and Bible teaching material. This blog post is the first impression. To learn more and to download free samples, visit their official Sunday School Planet website . We LOVE Sunday School Planet Sunday School Planet, a subscription-based curriculum for children’s ministry, includes Bible

Covid-Safe Easter Egg Hunt: It’s Easter Egg-stravaganza from Go Curriculum

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Last year, our friends at Go Curriculum created an easy-to-use family Easter Egg hunt. It was a wonderful way to help churches continue their ministry during the pandemic. It was a wild success and hundreds of congregations and thousands of families enjoyed the program. This year it’s back and freshly updated to help you share the Gospel with families again in 2021. The bad news – the pandemic is still hanging around. The good news – Go!

Video Led “Family Christmas Experience” from Go Curriculum

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With the ongoing health concerns of Covid-19, many churches will skip their annual Christmas programs for children. That leaves a big gap in the ministry calendar since many congregations plan their pageants for months during the Advent season. The church Christmas play is a time when families come together (grandparents, aunts, uncles, and more) to celebrate the birth of Christ. Go Curriculum (makers of BOLT VBS) just announced a fun new program called “Dough Holy Night” that

We Love Bible Games Central

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If you need a scripture based game to boost your Bible lesson, be sure to search the free Bible Games Central website. They have hundreds of fun group activities organized by scripture and topic. Here are a few of our favorites. Free Printable Activities from Bible Games Central Books of the Bible Games These Books of the Bible Games are designed to help players become more familiar with the various books and sections of the Bible. These

More Faith Less Fear (4-Week Curriculum) for Kids’ Sunday School

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Every October, kids are under attack from creepy, scary, and satanic imagery. That’s why we created this new 4-Week Curriculum titled “MORE FAITH / LESS FEAR.” Now you can offer solid BIBLE answers to fears and help kids trust Jesus more during in this crazy season. This material is available for instant download from The Sunday School Store. Use the coupon code More Faith to save 20%. Facebook Live with the Author, Bethany Darwin More About The “More

5 Ways to Engage Children in Church Service

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This post is from our friends at Children’s Worship Bulletins, their handouts are a perfect “hands-on” resource for kids in the adult worship service. How to Welcome & Engage Children During Worship Every parent, pastor or church leader has asked this question at some point: How do we engage our children in worship? We have all seen children in the sanctuary looking bored, irritable, and disengaged while the adults participate in worship. The kids are standing (barely)

Children’s Bible Stories Translated (French, Spanish, Mandarin, and More)

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We’re big fans of Crossroads Kids club and their excellent Bible story videos. Now they offer this same excellent Bible teaching in several translations. This is an amazing free resource for doing ministry in non-English. I.E. Spanish, French, Mandarin, and more. Crossroads Kids’ Club Translations is their YouTube channel that hosts these videos. Currently you can find their God’s Story videos translated in:  Spanish French Mandarin Lithuanian Norwegian They also have some wordless editions for anyone working

How can the Children’s Ministry respond to the sin of racism?

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Prejudice and racial reconciliation are complex topics – but teaching the simple truths of God’s Word will help raise a new generation that can do better, even while we await the final healing to come when Christ returns. We must continue to be the church by making disciples for the transformation of the world. But the Hope of Christ speaks directly to issues of justice and racial reconciliation. This post is our collection of articles and teaching

Racial Reconciliation for Kids: Children’s Bible Study “The Gospel in Color”

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Our hearts break for the never-ending trauma of racial & ethnic injustice in this world. Jesus commands love for our fellow humankind. His people must never stop speaking up and showing by example how to heal from the hurts of history – through the power of the Gospel to change hearts. That’s why I’m excited to share this amazing 4 part Bible series from Jared Kennedy and the Gospel-Centered Family blog. The Gospel in Color, Week 1:

Virtual Birthday Party Games using Zoom

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Another great batch of Zoom games from our Shawn M Howell. This time she’s helping make those virtual birthday parties a lot more fun. Be sure to check out her YouTube channel for so many great zoom games and party ideas. Hosting a virtual party on Zoom with family and friends but need new game Ideas? Here are 10 Zoom games for kids and families that everyone will enjoy playing. Don’t forget to choose games that fit

The BIBLE Curriculum from Bethany Darwin

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We’re excited to introduce the new BIBLE curriculum from our longtime author Bethany Darwin. Watch the video below and leave a comment to let us know what you think. This exciting new curriculum will get kids into the BIBLE like never before – one book at a time over the course of 52 weeks.  This is UNIT 1 with 13 lessons covering Genesis through Ezra. Don’t miss the free sample lesson on the book of EXODUS. You can

Bible Lesson for Kids: Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:1-14)

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This Sunday School lesson was designed for parents to use with their children at home on the week of May 10, 2020. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, craft directions, game ideas, and worksheets). Use what is most helpful for your kids and ignore the rest. Families can also watch our children’s message, suggested music, and craft demonstration in the video playlist below. “Jesus is the Way” Home Sunday School Lesson on John

Children’s Bible Broadcast

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This resource was shared by Jacob Balakitsis, the Student Pastor at NorthSide Baptist Church in Nolanville, Tx. The Children’s Bible Broadcast is a series designed to teach boys and girls Bible truths while having fun! Sing Bible songs, memorize scripture, watch amazing science experiments, hear missionary stories, and listen to Bible lessons, all from one place! They can serve as a fill in children’s church when you are unable to be at your Church, or just a

Collective Worship Videos: The Bible Tales

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This is a guest post from the Bible Tales, check out their YouTube channel if you are looking for some more creative Bible storytelling for children. Another excellent online kids church option. Here at The B Tales we aim to bring the Bible to life for children and young people through theatre. We tour churches and schools as well as deliver high energy drama workshops and worship! During these strange times we are producing collective worship videos

“Tales from the Miracle Book” New Dramatic Bible Storytelling Video Series (Free Resource)

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This is a guest post from Mike & Rebecca Peacock, who create Tales from the Miracle Book. Hubby and I were wondering how to take what we have been doing for 20 years in Primary Schools and churches to impact more people. Rather than needing to be in the location of a school or church, how could we get the story of Easter – the most exciting and dramatic story of all time- out there using the

Free “Biblical Breaks” to redeem screen time

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This is a guest post from Zach Fay, the creator of Lightgliders to share a free resource for kids and families. Biblical Breaks are free collections of games, prayers, devotionals, and meaningful conversations for kids and families. To all children’s ministry leaders and educators: Here is a FREE resource for you to give out to the kids and families that you serve. Recognizing that most kids and families are now at home and looking for things to do, the

Free Animated Bible Stories Podcast for Families from RoKit

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This is a guest post from RoKit Phones about their free Bible Video Podcast for Families. All over the world many young Christians and their families are adjusting their church and Sunday school routines due to the Coronavirus. The inability to attend services in large groups has really affected the way that families practice. Parents who are working full time or juggling new responsibilities might find it challenging to maintain their children’s religious education. However, there are

New Creature Creations: Animated Bible Study for Kids

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This is a guest from Mark & Stacy Ayers, the creators of New Creature Creations. Parents and Pastors: Are you looking for a great way to minister to your children at home or at church? Check out our website www.stuckintheyuck.com for a free animated children’s curriculum, including a leader’s guide that can be utilized by parents or church leaders. The New Creature Show is an animated worship experience for kids of all ages.  The Animated Pastor, Pastor Mark, uses

Fishnet Bible Stories for Kids: Video based readers that rhyme

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Kids will love these free illustrated Bible stories. Each is accompanied by read aloud YouTube videos. They are beautiful, colorful, succinct, and all of them are told in rhyme. The team at Fishnet has completed a series on the books of 1 & 2 Samuel and are currently working through Genesis. About FishNet Bible Stories Fishnet is Amy and Carly, a dynamic duo of Bible school grads. Amy is the digital artist and Carly is the author.

Kids Prayer Devotional: Praying Through the Psalms

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This is a guest post from Lynda Freeman about her new project. Don’t miss her excellent blog, About the Children’s Department. Today I am so very happy to let you know about Praying Deeper Through the Psalms for Children. This book is unique in two ways; first, it is specifically written and developed for children ages four through 14 to help them learn to pray by praying the Psalms back to God and secondly, my grandsons collaborated with

We Love Sermons4Kids

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Do you know about Sermons4Kids? They host countless free children’s messages. Their teaching materials cover every major Bible story in the Old and New Testament. Even if you have a lesson plan, you can find more teaching activities on their website. Sermons4Kids is available in Spanish too! Sermons4kids Video Introduction Why we recommend “sermons4kids” Sermons 4 Kids is a ministry free resource website. The post new children’s messages each week based on the Revised Common Lectionary. They

Sponsor a Child Reviews – The Best Child Sponsorship Programs for 2022

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We reviewed all the top child sponsorship organizations – Here are the best options for 2022. Millions of Christians participate in monthly support programs for kids called “child sponsorship.” There are many excellent and trustworthy organizations that facilitate this types of programs. This page will answer some frequent questions about child sponsorship and off our suggestions for programs that deserve your support. Ministry-To-Children is an online only ministry – we do not accept donations or have personal

Children's Worship Bulletins (Illustrated Activity Sheets )

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Our website supporters at Children’s Worship Bulletins offer this excellent resource – scroll down to get the free samples. Worship Bulletins for Children Many kids struggle with the move up to the “adult” worship service – but having a hands-on activity sheet / illustrated worship bulletin can make a big difference. Each illustrated bulletin includes scripture quotes from the Holy Bible, age appropriate activities for the kids, and questions to help them reflect on the Bible story.

Go Preschool Ministry Curriculum

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Here’s another look at the Go Curriculum preschool edition. I’ve heard nothing but positive feedback about their material, so don’t miss the free sample on their website. What is special about Go! This is a downloadable curriculum for preschool and elementary kids. Here are the key things you should know: CHRONOLOGICAL – GO! takes kids through the Bible chronologically every year and helps kids see how they too can be a part of God’s story. GOSPEL CENTERED – GO! regularly presents the