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Used in moderation, supervised play time is a beneficial tool to help pastor children and their families. It provides a safe environment for their needs to surface.

How far up on the priority list is your church nursery/preschool? Use it to reshape your entire church!  

Roger Fields outlines what, in his opinion, are the seven biggest question facing KidMin, and those who are called to this ministry.

We live in a "ZAP" society where everything we want can happen "now". Building a relationship with God does not work this way. As families, we need to work together to instill in our children, by example, the importance of family time with God.

View your ministry with a fresh perspective!

Commentary on how Christians should approach Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass.

Children’s ministry is more than presenting values that cut between right and wrong. It is about offering, explaining, and illustrating the life that comes from faith in what Jesus did for them through the cross and resurrection.  

So what is the deal with these "Webkinz"? We've got an evaluation from one of our own Children's Pastors here on Kidology.org.

An article that uses a personal experience to look at the necessity for both spiritual and physical safety in ministry.

Let us never forget that David danced for the Lord! That he danced with all his might! Let us never forget that we have been called to minister to the children of the Lord.

Is there a Biblical basis for using magic tricks in evangelism? Yes! If we understand that magic tricks are a kind of visual aid. More conventional visual aids in evangelism tends to include story telling, drama, pictures and objects. Alongside these latter visual aids I would include magic tricks as being a legitimate means of illustration.

Are prescool children receptive to the Gospel or is it reserved for elementary aged children, teens and adults? Their hearts are open, but they need us to help them make the connection between the gospel and their lives.

Common sense approach to Internet safety in the home.

A gentle letter intended to encourage weary children's workers who wonder if what they are doing is making a difference.

While each of us is uniquely gifted and “wired”, we were all created to worship. God made each and every child in your ministry to worship Him.

Family time spent together is important to build trust, confidence, language skills, support, and whatever you can do to help each other grow spiritually.

Part 1 of a 10 part series on teaching like Jesus did!

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Part 9 of a 10 part series on teaching like Jesus did!

Understanding children's capacity for making transitions - for a better children's church experience

A Book Review by Larry Shallenberger on The Gospel According to Harry Potter by Connie Neal.

Capturing Your Child's Heart

Like most folks, I was saddened to hear of the passing of the "Crocodile Hunter", Steve Irwin. As I was reflecting on his impact, I remembered that I had often used the "Crocodile Hunter" as an illustration of qualities we look for in children's ministers.

There is a difference between Ministry and entertainment. Our services can be very entertaining but we cannot forget about the ministry.

A practical strategy for confronting the choices that children make and the subsequent consequences.

What is our motivation in evaluating events in our ministry? Is it to see our church grow or the big picture of Kingdom growth?

In order for some of us to be courageous leaders we need to do some things right up front. Here is a quick list!

Getting stuck in a rut is almost as bad as sitting there like a bump on a log - tackling a problem creatively will open a world of opportunity to you! Take a risk! try something new!

I argue in this article that creativity is not limited to the arena of the arts, and that it can provide a context for spiritual formation, even in those who at first blush seem to lack noticeable talent in specific creative endeavors.

I have been holding a monthly date night for the parents while we have a blast with the children. Kids bring money for food while parents go out on "a date" from 6-10 pm. We play games and do a bunch of fun stuff. It's a blast!! Parents and kids love it because we have a bunch of fun. It's a way for us the church to promote the sanctity of marriage.

Conflict is hard, but it doesn't have to be impossible. If we approach it well - we can get through it.

Navigating the various kinds of feedback you might receive with a view toward crafting appropriate responses.

If you seek to be effective in your ministry with children, it is essential that you make the effort to learn and understand the world of kids. As kids see that you are interested in what interests them, they will in turn become interested in what interests you, namely, God and His Word! Having a working knowledge of the world of kids not only provides you with a pathway right into their hearts, but it's a lot of fun too!

Did you know that Children's Ministry is in the business of investments? That's right, investments. But our investments are far more important than any monetary one could be. We invest in the eternal lives of children.

Do you often cry out for help with staffing? Do you find yourself asking God for more workers on a consistent basis? Do you question if God cares about this area of children’s ministry?  

In this article I compare hidden sin to improvised explosive devices found in fields of battle. I briefly explore the effect this has on our families when the spiritual IEDs are planted and not dealt with properly.

Sometimes we forget that children's ministry leaders are humans and that they have needs just like any other church member. In this article I explore some of those dynamics with a view toward gaining realistic expectations and developing appropriate support systems for the CM leader.

I believe there are a number of ways in which children's ministry volunteers need support from their leaders. In this article I briefly explore five key things that seem relevant in just about any ministry context. Use these ideas to spark creativity in your own leadership.

Here are four key thoughts on family ministry as I strive to figure out how to apply it to my ministry context in light of the broader conversation occurring in the Western Hemisphere. They represent some of the concerns I face heading into a new season at my church.

The kids in our children's ministries deserve to see faith in you. Fear over the future will not bring victory. Kids do not need to pick up on your fear of the future even if you feel justified in your "concerns."

Everyone makes mistakes - God's Correction and Blessings come with our ability to walk out obedience

God loves children more than anything. This is a snapshot of references in the Bible where God talks about kids.

The Wordless Book has no words or pictures but it shouts the gospel message loud and clear through the familiar language of colors.