Category: Ministry

I loved becoming a dad for the very first time. I learned how to lose over 60 lbs and keep it off without starving myself, spending lots of money, or having to step foot in a gym. I loved being able to buy a great house at a very low price. I learned there is … Continue reading Things I Learned and Loved in 2011

Disciplining kids can feel about as much fun as waiting in the dentist's office with nothing to read except a stockpile of Highlights magazines from 1997. But it's important we get over our inital discomfort to help kids make better choices. In 15 years of Children's Ministry I've learned a few tips on how to … Continue reading How to Discipline Kids Lovingly and Effectively

As a Children's Pastor I've gotten lots of calls from families over the years. Some have been stories of how God has been working in that family's life. Lots have been questions about programs and the Bible. And others have been families who have just experienced a crisis and need help. Crisis Management 101 was … Continue reading 6 Tips to Help a Family in Crisis

October is Pastors appreciation month. I don't know if your church is doing anything for you or not. I don't know if you are full-time, part-time, or volunteer-time. I don't if you have a Children's Ministry of 20, 200, or 2,000. And I don't need to know. What I do know is you make a … Continue reading A HUGE Thank You to Every Kidmin Pastor

How do you partner with parents when they don’t want to partner with you? This is the hurdle everyone in Kids’ Ministry faces. There are more parents tuned-out then are dialed-in. More parents who could care less than are careful. More parents who miss then show up. What do you do? It’s pretty simple really: … Continue reading The Secret Sauce to Partnering With Parents