Here's a lesson I did for our elementary kids on standing up for what is right even when others won't (modified from our curriculum): SUPPLIES NEEDED 1 Bible Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory DVD 1 game of Jenga 1 piece of junk food (bagel bite, crustable sandwich, mini burger, etc) 1 piece of candy … Continue reading How to Teach Kids About Integrity
The Secret Sauce to Getting Kids to Listen to You
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
16 Things You Need To Know Before Starting Out In Kidmin
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
7 FREE New Believer Resources for Kids
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
What To Do When Your Kids Don’t Want to Come to Church
Getting your kids to do something you know they should do but don't want to do is hard. On the one hand you don't want to be the kind of parent that says, "Because I said so!" (although there are times that's necessary). On the other hand you can't put your child in the driver … Continue reading What To Do When Your Kids Don’t Want to Come to Church
5 Tips on Performing a Funeral
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
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