This game is a fun variation of duck-duck-goose for Vacation Bible School. All you need a new cleaning sponge and a bucket of water. Watch the video below for instructions and an example of the game. This Vacation Bible School game would also be popular at children’s birthday parties or school field days. In our example we played with as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson plan explains what it means when the Bible says, “honor your father.” It’s designed for children’s church or Sunday school and would be a perfect lesson to use on Father’s Day. The basic version of this lesson makes it easy to teach with very little preparation or outside materials. We’ve also suggested more activities so you can expand … More Children’s Ministry Resources
These sequenced Bible coloring pages will help kids learn the story of Noah and the Ark. The main page has four panels that picture the major events from Genesis 6 – 8. story page | pdf | jpeg second page| pdf | jpeg third page| pdf | jpeg Directions: The children should color the first page, cut out these story sections, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Youth group ministry start-up is such an exciting time–and totally overwhelming. Even seasoned youth workers may feel nervous about getting things organized in a cohesive manner. Not only should things need to be clear in your own mind but workers and attendees need to know which way your group is headed. You need step-by-step instructions to get your ministry started … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring page shows the priests carrying the Ark across the Jordan River on dry land. We have uploaded two options for this sheet, one with the verse and one without. You can also choose your file preference. Use the following links to download this picture: With Bible Verse | pdf document | jpeg image Without Bible Verse | … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I have created this Summer Reading Program so that my son would read more during the summer months. We keep talking about how reading is an adventure so I came up with the Reading Around the World theme. He will be working towards goals which then gets him rewards. Here is a run-down of the program: He will have a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There are lists of Kidmin books that every personal in children’s ministry should have. They include titles from people like Jim Wideman, Sue Miller, Reggie Joiner, Dale Hudson, Ryan Frank and many more. Chances are that you have some or all of them on your shelves already. The purpose of this post is to give you a list of books … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Besides being safe for kids, the church nursery should be a vibrant, colorful, kid-friendly area. The nursery is no place for “untouchable” furniture or decorations; it needs to have lots of touchable textures that are easy to clean. A tough prescription you say? Not really. Decorate the church nursery with your kids in mind. Take a kids’ eye view before … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Watch this powerful video clip about the importance of reaching kids with the Gospel. Then share it with your friends and encourage others to consider how much Jesus loves the children. Click here to leave your thoughts about this video. Friends and Heroes has also made a downloadable version of the video available. Click here to save it offline. This … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In way too many churches around the world, youth ministry and children’s ministry are seen as separated ministries who work independently from one another and seldom if ever interact. It’s time that changed.Those of us in children’s ministry have much to offer to those in youth ministry, and vice versa. To that end, I have found that following youth ministry … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these sequence coloring sheets to tell the story of Jonah and the Whale. Click here to see more stories like this or browse all our Bible coloring pages. You can also browse all our free Jonah lessons and resources. We recommend using the whole set as an Bible story activity. The first page can be colored and then cut into four story segments. Finally, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There is a brand new resource that you need to order today, if you haven’t already. Children’s ministry pioneer, Jim Wideman, has released Kidmin Leadership. This book is unique because it is filled with leadership lessons for children’s ministers written by children’s ministers, based on what was learned in two years of mentoring with Jim. I was privileged to be … More Children’s Ministry Resources
FOR YOU ON FATHER’S DAY by Deirdre Banda For you on father’s day what ever you celebrateFathers have been here in times and seasonsFor you on Father’s Day that’s really greatTo remember you not just on this day but every dayIt’s father Day today for all fathers who have beenHere and gone Your memories live onFathers enjoy your children, draw them … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Whether a family is visiting or has been attending our church for a hundred years, my desire is that they feel welcomed in our ministry. This can be a struggle as volunteers are so busy and are focused on other things on Sunday mornings. Here are a few easy things to implement to up your friendliness factor: 1. Plant smiling … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Welcome to the second installment in my ongoing series on connecting with the kids in your ministry. Last time we looked at the importance of learning names. In this post I will examine the power of prayer. A quick glance at the Bible reveals that prayer is a very important part of our spiritual journey. Philippians 4:6 tells us: …do … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This printable lesson plan is designed to teach preschool aged children the story of how David defeats Goliath. It could be used in any setting with children age 2-5 at church, including a preschool Sunday School class or a preschool children’s church class. This is a modified version of our kids David and Goliath lesson. Here is the link to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The story of David his victory of Goliath is one of the most popular in the Old Testament. This free Children’s Church lesson plan will help you teach it to your children. It was originally written for elementary aged students. It would be ideal in your children’s church or Sunday School class. Be sure to consider your own ministry context … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I believe that VBS can still be a valuable tool for reaching new families. Vacation Bible School is still the largest kids ministry outreach in many churches. It all starts with getting the word out. Here are a few easy things we have tried to communicate with our community about VBS or other big events. 1. Postcard Invites – We … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There are many opinions out there when it comes to the issue of ministering to children with special needs. This is not my area of expertise. However, it is an important issue that our children’s ministries must address. Like most things, I agree with the perspectives of some of these blogs more than others, and I trust the authors of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
These two new Father’s Day coloring sheets are perfect for churches with more diversity. Simply click on the preview images above to download either one as a printable PDF file. Don’t forget we have even more free father’s day coloring pages on our website Download the father & son camping sheet as pdf or jpeg Download the tree coloring sheet … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here are three new coloring pages for Father’s Day. Simply click on the preview images below to download each as a printable PDF file. Many churches are using these are Father’s Day cards from their children. Please leave us a comment and share how you’ll use them. The first two pictures also include a simple activity. Children can write out … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Most of us in kids ministry get excited about sharing the Gospel with the next generation. In fact, telling about Jesus and his love is the #1 motivation for me. But sometimes in the busyness of church work, our message can become compromised. There are forces in the world at work to marginalize, distort, and replace the biblical good news with … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This simple coloring page shows the name Jesus, spelled out, sitting atop a manger. The Bible verse is from Matthew 1:21b, “And you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” This sheet would be useful with any of our Christmas Sunday School lessons, especially if your class has many younger elementary or preschool … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The church nursery isn’t meant to be the “crying zone.” You know the place–where parents and children tearfully part for a few hours during service. The church nursery can be the most popular place in the church, at least amongst the children. Be ready for faith-filled action by providing upbeat activities for the kids in your care. Activities will allow … More Children’s Ministry Resources