Category: Ministry

http://youtu.be/9RGgZMsOlh8 How do you get kids to listen to you? Whether you are teaching a Bible Lesson on stage, leading a small group, or having one-on-one interaction there's one secret that will help you connect with kids in any situation. In this 3 minute video I share what that secret is and how to put … Continue reading The Secret Sauce to Getting Kids to Listen to You

This year will be my 16th in Children's Ministry. I started out as a volunteer in the fall of 1996 and have been here ever since. It's been a painful and exciting journey. I'm glad I didn't miss out on it. When I look back on these years there are a few things I wish … Continue reading 16 Things You Need To Know Before Starting Out In Kidmin

Salvation Booklet - This is the book we have our leaders walk through with kids to explain how they can become a Christian. It's very visual and designed in such a way leaders can read it to kids or with them. It's written at a level most kids can understand. It's a great take home for … Continue reading 7 FREE New Believer Resources for Kids

Over the years of done several funerals for different families. Most I've known but some I didn't. Last week I did my grandpa's funeral. A lot of what I talk about on this blog has to do with Children's Ministry. But sometimes I need to focus less on the Children piece and more on the Pastor. … Continue reading 5 Tips on Performing a Funeral

Being in ministry means spending some time away from home. Whether it's leading a camp, attending a conference, or traveling out-of-state to meet someone in person we all spend some extended time away from our loved ones. When those times come it's important to have a plan so our family doesn't feel like they've been … Continue reading 6 Ways to Care For Your Family While Away