Click on the images below to save & print these free coloring sheets about the Baptism of Jesus. Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. But John tried to deter him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?” Jesus replied, “Let it be so now; it is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Click on the images below to download these printable illustrations based on Nehemiah 8:10 KJV. “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
This mini-book will help little ones focus their attention on God’s goodness. Hope it is something that folks will enjoy. The book is intended to be folded along the dashed lines before coloring. Click on the picture below to download the PDF version. We’ve also uploaded a JPEG file for anyone who would like to customize the text.
Click on the image below to download this free Bible coloring page. It’s based on Psalm 91:1 which says, “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” We’ve uploaded both a PDF version and JPEG image of this free printable.
Twenty years ago, I was one of those parents who sent her child to local church functions, like VBS but didn’t actually attend myself. Although I had enjoyed sporadic visits to church as a child via bus ministry, somehow, I didn’t relate that I would enjoy church as an adult. I don’t really remember what I thought about church at … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a simple skit that shows the well known story of Zaccheus. Sometimes having the children in your class act out the story helps them understand the sequence of events. This can be done as simply as having the children read the script while acting it out or as elaborate with costumes and a stage. Have fun with it! … 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
This proverb serves as a wakeup call against the dangers of laziness. Culturally, laziness is becoming more and more acceptable. But the Bible teaches us in this passage that laziness ultimately leads to destruction. We can look at the ant as an example of how we are to live. Ants work hard, even without supervision. They plan ahead for times … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson was prepared for a small group of children ranging from 5-11. It was my supplement for the Gospel Project lesson and could also be used in the series of Israel’s Kings. The students discover from this lesson that God warns of His coming punishment so that people might repent and turn away from their sin and turn to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Proverbs teaches us that our words have the ability to either build up or tear down those around us. We can destroy friendships that we spend years building instantly with a few words. We can also use our words to completely turn around someone’s day. As Christian’s we should speak truth to each other. The Lord detests lies, but … 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
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) That’s a verse we live by, isn’t it? I take my responsibility to train up kids seriously but getting kids to love the Bible can be a challenge. Of course, once they dive off into God’s word, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Learn about priests and Levites in the Old Testament and pastors and deacons in the New Testament – their duties and how they were chosen. Click here to download This is part of a series of worksheets called “Learn About…” which interpret Bible topics on an elementary school level. Bibles and pencils are needed for each worksheet. These are recommended … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children learn the definition of tithes and offerings and find out what a church uses money for. Click here to download this free printable This is part of a series of worksheets called “Learn About…” which interpret Bible topics on an elementary school level. Bibles and pencils are needed for each worksheet. These are recommended for second grade and up. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As you probably already know, I’m a big fan of simple object lessons. I love presenting an everyday object to kids and helping them to see the gospel or bring them to a greater understanding of a biblical principle. We recommend this prayer Pretzel printable from Marci Coombs’ blog. When looking for a new object lesson recently, I turned to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring page is based on the book of Lamentations. It’s one part of our series of illustrations for each individual book of the Bible. Click on the preview image above to download this coloring page in print-friendly PDF format. We’ve also uploaded a the JPEG image for anyone who needs to edit the picture or words. The illustration shows these scripture quotes. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Transitions in Children’s Church – and at home **This post was written by Dr. Barbara Sorrels. Any teacher or caregiver in an early childhood environment is familiar with the potential challenges that transitions present throughout the day It is often at the point of a transition that children display challenging behaviors. Why are transitions difficult for children and what can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’m offering this FREE. PDF comic book, The Christ Chronicles Comic the Wilderness Episode. Which is based on Jesus being tempted in the wilderness by Satan after being Baptised. This is the first in a series of the adventures of Christ found in the gospels. I should tell you that I have ramen some creative liberties in dialogue and rendition … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children need to know that they have abilities for helping do the work of the church, not just musical or sports talents. Click here to download This is part of a series of worksheets called “Learn About…” which interpret Bible topics on an elementary school level. Bibles and pencils are needed for each worksheet. These are recommended for second grade … More Children’s Ministry Resources
No one is more creative than an imaginative child! As kids ministry leaders, we celebrate their inherent creativity! However, this God-given talent for “seeing and saying” with the heart can be distorted into flat out sinning. Kids don’t have a monopoly on lying but if we can intervene, we can help these little storytellers recapture their imaginations and their tongues. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Leading a child to Christ is the single most wonderful thing about children’s ministry, and there are many wonderful things about teaching kids. There’s nothing quite like leading kids in prayer and introducing them to the Lord. I remember when I first began in children’s ministry about sixteen years ago how nervous I was to lead the altar service. What … More Children’s Ministry Resources