Directions: Click on the preview image above to download this orphan care coloring page as a print friendly PDF file. We’ve also uploaded it as a higher resolution jpeg image for any advanced editing needs. This picture shows a couple holding open arms as a young boy runs toward them. In the background is a puzzle. This is a symbol of how … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Holiday parties make the perfect venue for kids to socialize with Christian teachers and kids. Chances are the local school and some families will already host many of these love-related parties. If plan to hold a Valentine’s Day party, make your event stand out with these 5 ideas for a Christian Valentine party. Use this fun event to demonstrate to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free six page coloring book was designed to help kids talk about and understand the concept of adoption. It highlights the biblical themes behind Christian adoption and how God cares for all his children. Use the download link to get the whole project in one printable PDF file. You can also scroll down to see the individual adoption coloring … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When I first received this book I immediately thought, “this could be the perfect holiday book.” Soon I discovered it was even better after the holidays. This is not just another Christmas book. It’s the story of a young man who understood how Jesus wanted us to reflect Him in our lives; to love others, to help others and to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson covers how the Jewish Council solves the problem that arose when Jewish believers said that Gentiles must be circumcised in order to be saved. This subtle addition to God’s free gift of salvation occurs even in our generation. Students will learn that Satan does whatever he feels necessary to try and stop the spread of the powerful message … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Directions: Click on the preview image above to download this orphan care coloring page as a print friendly PDF file. We’ve also uploaded it as a higher resolution jpeg image for any advanced editing needs. The picture has a horizontal orientation and pictures two children. The young girl on the right is placing money in an offering plate collection. The … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I don’t know about you, but here in the northeast we have gotten hammered with snow. Now I am not a cold weather person in the least, but I do adore the affect that snow has on kids. The sheer thrill of snowflakes falling makes every limb of theirs dance stubbornly in their too big for them snowsuits. Because they love snow, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Late in 2010 I resigned as Children’s Pastor from the church where I served for fifteen years. It concluded thirty years of being involved in some form of children’s work, mostly in the local church. In my previous church, one of only two where I have been on staff, I was an elder and Children’s Ministry Director for four years, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A couple of months ago I scheduled a time to meet with my Sunday morning elementary volunteers. Having become the director of preschool through elementary at this church last summer, I had been taking my time to observe what was taking place and look for ways to improve the ministries. After taking a bit of time to see how things … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This video clip is from the Jesus Storybook Bible, by far my favorite for kids. This clip tells the story of Noah and God’s great rescue. At some point they’ll publish these animations on a DVD, but for now there are only a few available online. Pay close attention to the final page of this story as the author relates … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children can learn the 10 Commandments. Our free resources will help you explain God’s Law to even the youngest kids. Ten Commandments Song Kids’ Bible Study on the Ten Commandments Compare Translations Ten Commandments Coloring Book Learning Activities on the Ten Commandment Children’s version of the Ten Commandments Teaching the Ten Commandments with Hand Motions We absolutely love teaching Bible … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the 4th lesson of a 5-part series based on the life of Moses. This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of the Israelites and how they kept grumbling. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Everyone likes a clean slate, a fresh start or kid language a “do-over.” A new coloring book, fresh chalkboards are two “clean slate” examples kids look forward to. As children’s church leaders it is our joy to teach kids about the new start that Jesus gives us all. With the New Year approaching, many people will nobly focus in making … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The weeks after Christmas are some of the toughest in your ministry year. Long winters bring discouragement and dull the passion of even the most devoted. Let me share a few ways I am preparing my heart to make it through discouragement in the ministry this winter. Feel free to comment and add to the list. 1. Focus on the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I asked this question on our Facebook page and thought it might be a fun poll question here on our site. Use the poll below to settle this question once and for all. Click here to leave comments [polldaddy poll=4265548] Some more background to help you make your choice! Joy to the World was written by Issac Watts and first … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another lesson option for your children’s church or Sunday school leading up to Christmas. Much of this lesson plan is built around a popular storybook, but you could also teach the main points without the book simply using your Bible. You may find the Poinsettias craft & game useful as stand-alone Christmas activities. We welcome your feedback and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a lesson plan on the Bible verse that says children obey your parents. I wrote it for a chapel service at our Christian school. There were about 40 kids from preschool to 5th grade in the room. Because the children have a strong background of Bible knowledge I wanted to focus on heart application. The whole lesson is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Classroom learning centers are often used in early childhood programs to allow the students to participate in hands-on learning activities. Typically, a facility might include centers for dramatic play, blocks, art, reading, sand, and music, to name a few. During the allotted time frame that teachers would be responsible for students, there would be a structured Bible lesson, as well … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the fourth in a series of four Bible lessons for children teaching them about the Holy Spirit. Click here to see all the lesson plans. Don’t miss our many other Fruit of the Spirit resources. The particular lesson focuses on the “Fruit of the Spirit” that God produces in believers. It challenges children to examine the outcome of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the 3rd lesson of a 5-part series based on the life of Moses. This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of Moses’ birth and the exodus of the Israelites. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This coloring page is week three of our printable Advent coloring book. Each of these original illustrations were created by Mandy Groce to help children understand the meaning of Christmas is Jesus. Directions: Simply click the preview picture to the right to download this coloring page as a print-friendly PDF file. We’ve also made a higher resolution jpeg file available … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Turkey is slotted to be on the Thanksgiving table, paired with my mother in law’s famous buttery mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and stuffing. The table itself looks just as good as the food prepared for it. It’s wearing its finest tablecloth and is bejeweled with shiny silverware and inherited china. Family and friends will travel for miles to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the 2nd lesson of a 5-part series on Moses, including a lesson on the 10 Commandments. These free Children’s Church lesson plans were first written for elementary aged students. Click here to view the index. This lesson covers the story of Moses and the Desert. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the third in a series of four Bible lessons for children teaching them about the Holy Spirit. Here is the link to see all lessons in this series index. It was first prepared for a Children’s Church setting, but would work well as a Sunday School lesson also. Through a review game/object lesson, a Bible lesson game, and an … More Children’s Ministry Resources