Here is a great way to encourage family discipleship over the summer vacation. It’s also a fun approach to stay connected with children. If you are looking for creative family ministry ideas, then this post is for you – all this from one helpful little teddy bear. Barnabas Bear travels along with families to their summer destinations. He is any … More Children’s Ministry Resources
If your church is like mine, the dog days of Summer can be the dog days of attendance too – especially for young families who use the Summer break to go on vacation. 6 Ways To Avoid Discouragement This is an aspect of ministry that I still struggle with. It almost always affects my mood when our kids church attendance is way … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Ministry-to-Children.com is a free online resource for children’s ministry, founded by Tony Kummer in 2007. Download Bible-based materials specifically designed for pastors, churches, Sunday School teachers, homeschool parents, and Christian school teachers. Resources include children’s church lessons, craft activities, and coloring pages that provide Christian education to children. Help kids grow in character and experience the love of God through … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Discover new Children’s Church Curriculum options for your Sunday School or Kids’ Church Ministry for all ages. The curriculum choices below are perfect for small church budgets and combined ages in their children’s ministry. Every easy-to-teach lesson plan includes coloring pages, children’s sermons, worksheets, Bible crafts, and discussion questions. Top Children’s Church Curriculum for 2024 Here are the most popular … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Teach children to love God’s Word with these free Bible lessons and resources from Ministry to Children. Find engaging lessons for toddlers to preteens, covering topics like Jesus’ life, the Armor of God, and the Fruit of the Spirit. Bible Lessons for Kids Free Bible Studies for Kids Download over 700+ Bible lesson plans for children’s church or other kids’ … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As warm weather settles in, more families will be making trips to the beach and their favorite water parks. What a perfect time to break out these beach object lessons for kids church! These visual aids are inexpensive and easy to find, perfect for teaching kids important lessons from the Bible. Ready to use some lessons that are just “beachy?” … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’m not great at predicting summer attendance in my children’s ministry but I still like to offer the community a few kids’ events between June and August. To pull off my wacky outdoor programs and big Sunday promotions I need volunteers – and lots of them! I know it’s a big sacrifice to volunteer during the summer months; lots of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Vacation Bible School (VBS) has witnessed a significant decline in popularity recently. This post examines the underlying reasons, the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on Christian publishers, and potential avenues for VBS’s revival. To revive VBS, we’ll need hard work, fresh ideas, and the ability to change with the times. Even though fewer people are involved now, VBS still has an important … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Holy Spirit can be a challenging element of the Trinity to explain or discuss with children (or anyone, for that matter!). At Pentecost, we celebrate the coming of the Spirit and the “birthday” of the church. This message seeks to communicate to students who the Spirit is and what He does for us. We may not see the Holy … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this free Sunday school lesson to teach kids the importance of waiting for Jesus’ return. It’s based on Mark 13:24-37, often called the parable of the fig tree. The download below includes complete teaching notes, games, and craft ideas. “Hopeful Waiting: Parable of the Fig Tree” Sunday School Lesson from Mark 13:24-37 about the Second Coming of Jesus Watching and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Be prepared for the Second Coming! This message is based on the Gospel of Mark, where Jesus describes frightening events of the last days of Earth, but promises that He will come again for us. We don’t know when this will be, but we can hope in His promises and eagerly await His advent. In modern times of trouble, we … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children, in ideal circumstances, grow up in “safe” environments, to a certain extent, yet they are no doubt exposed to a host of negative behaviors in the world around them. People on the news, social media, and even everyday life can be cruel and unkind to one another. Hopefully youngsters recognize a lack of love when they see it. However, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
For a lot of people, transitioning seasons are marked by holidays, wardrobe changes, and new flavors at Starbucks. Fall might mean a chill in the air, brilliant leaf colors, and pumpkin spice in everything from cereal to pickles. Autumn is of course a lot more than early nightfall and candy corn, though. In fact, it’s a great season to share … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Following Jesus isn’t always easy, but kids need to know it’s worth the cost. Use this children’s sermon and object lesson to teach Matthew 16:21-28 to children. “Worth the Cost” Children’s Sermon Object Lesson on Sacrifice and Christian Discipleship from Matthew 16:21-28 Main Objective: This message aims to communicate to kids the importance of living our lives for God. Everyone … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The new VBS curriculum has arrived for 2021. Which is best for your church? Browse all the new themes for VBS 2021. VBS 2021 Starts Here What is the theme for Vacation Bible School next summer? BOLT 2021 VBS theme reveal LifeWay VBS 2021 theme reveal Group VBS 2021 theme reveal Torchbearers VBS: Olympics / Missions Theme Lava Lava Luau VBS 2021: Controlling Our … More Children’s Ministry Resources
GOD is the our Father. Use this simple Bible lesson to teach kids on Father’s Day. Download the teaching notes below. We’ve included crafts, game ideas, and other printable coloring pages to help you prepare and teach this important truth from God’s Word. “Abba! A Father Who Provides” Father’s Day Bible Lesson for Kids Father’s Day tends to attract much … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What are we going to do about VBS this Summer? That’s a question all of us are asking right now. Even as some states open back, can you safely hold a large group program like Vacation Bible School this summer? How will you protect the kids and volunteers? What about the curriculum you already bought? Here as some ideas and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Kids will love this Virtual VBS curriculum for 2020. It features at 3 day VBS at home schedule, but could also be done fully online. BOLT VBS is a new curriculum option for Vacation Bible School for the summer of 2020. This VBS program is built for families to share a virtual VBS experience at home during the Coronavirus stay-at-home … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“Focus” is the new VBS theme from Orange curriculum. Last week at the Children’s Pastors Conference, I got a chance to talk with the people behind the exciting new material. Take a look at this new Vacation Bible School and let me know what you think. Focus for VBS 2020 This all-new VBS 2020 from Orange Publishing is called “Focus: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s sermon object lesson for Luke 23:33-43. It marks the end of the church calendar and the final Gospel reading before the start of the advent season. Download the printable message script below and then watch the teaching example video as you prepare your message. We’ve included some bonus coloring pages in the PDF below. Jesus the Greatest … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Vacation Bible School is the perfect way to immerse visitors into your unique church culture and VBS provides a wide opportunity for volunteers to work in children’s ministry. If you’re not excited yet, just take a look at all the awesome 2020 VBS themes that are coming out for next summer. It’s time to shine for Jesus! Who’s ready to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Unless you’ve grown up attending Vacation Bible School regularly, you may not understand the purpose. Why host a VBS? Are they really necessary? Why did we start this tradition to begin with? Well, there’s a lot of history Vacation Bible School but just know that Vacation Bible School’s purpose hasn’t really changed. In the beginning, such bible schools were used … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download these craft directions below to help you prepare some fun Autumn themed activities for your Sunday School class. Then watch our demonstration video to make sure your are ready to share these Fall crafts for Sunday School kids. Fall Crafts for Kids Sunday School Autumn themed activities for children The leaves are changing, the wind is picking up, and … More Children’s Ministry Resources