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Find out why kidmin is better than other ministries (a humorous approach)

Here are six things I tell every storyteller whether they are veterans or new to the storytelling role.

It's easy to become overwhelmed with forms in your ministry. And it's easy to ignore that stack of papers on your desk. But there is so much value hidden within those lines. 

Kids matter to God and they should matter to us. Here are 68 reasons why.

Important steps you need to take in your ministry to keep you, your volunteers and your kids safe.

Are you a wise and spirit-filled leader? Paul gives 7 specific qualities in the book of Ephesians to strive for.

Do you want to be in kid's ministry for the long haul? If you do, here is a list of sins to avoid.

Other than take-home papers and a summertime VBS, most people - even church boards - don’t know what children’s ministry should do or be.

Be the best small group leader you can be with these helpful tips. 

Don't just set goals. Make sure to take steps to accomplish your goals. Here are seven questions to get you on the right track.

Do you know God's commands for your life? Or are you just misunderstanding them? 

Some leaders keep expanding, making a contribution into old age, while others make the 'Great Compromise,' settling into a comfortable mediocrity.

There are lots of effective teaching tools you can use to reach kids, and there are good reasons to use all of them at one time or another. However, one stands out above the rest: games!

Seminary will give you the education required to be a pastor and leader. But what else is required to be a great Children's Pastor?

Make your next volunteer meeting a roaring success with these tips from SuperChurch!

In our modern society, it's getting harder and harder to connect with family members. Choose to be intentional and start with these suggestions.

I have used the B.H.A.G. for years – it stands for Big Hairy Audacious Goal. Too often we simply allow life to happen around us day-to-day. When we take the time to set goals and see them to completion, we feel a sense of accomplishment and achieve more. With B.H.A.G.’s in mind, I thought I would share 7 Ways you can reach your GOALS.

We live in a world of bigger, better, faster, stronger. Some would even add “excessive,” and while I don’t believe there is anything wrong with having nice things or many nice things, generally speaking more stuff equals more stress. I’m sure each of us could use a little simplicity in our family life.

How you welcome your holiday guests is a powerful tool in your arsenal of customer service offerings. Keep in mind: you never get a second chance to make a first impression.

 All Children’s Ministry leaders deserve training. Learn ways to get a CM education for free. 

 Learn how God used a kid to teach us about healthy leadership.

Do you ever feel like you’re buried under the “to do list” pile, or feel like you’re not making enough progress in your ministry?  Here are eight ways that are simple and easy to implement that will make a difference in your ministry THIS WEEKEND!

What happens when you lose the vision for your ministry?

Here is a list of habits you may want to consider incorporating into a New Year to become more productive.

Here are 9 tips for choosing VBS material and evaluating your options.

How do you encourage families to come back to church?

The message of this Christmas skit is clear: giving is better than receiving!

To discipline literally means, “to make a disciple.” That is the goal you should try to reach! You are making disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Thanksgiving Sunday PJ Day. Using A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving movie, explain that God keeps His P-romises and remind them that no matter what life throws our way, He brings J-oy to our life!

An answer to a delegation question about expectations and standards

What are you grateful for today?

What does Dad want for Father's Day? Here is a great puppet skit to illustrate this to children.

First Timothy 4:12 commands children to be an example for those older than them. Can children set an example in leading adults in worship? Brian Dollar shares how the kids at his church are able to do so.

Do more ministry with your money by using these thirteen creative ways to spend less and get more. Make a small budget go far!

Learn how to set reasonable goals for YOUR ministry, instead of just emulating others.

This Narnia Discipleship Book for Children is intended to help young children as they start their faith and learn how to grow in it! This devotional book is a great resource for helping your kids begin their new walk in Christ.

Children's Ministry is difficult, so take a look into your future...

A document once thought lost forever in the archives of the Kidologist’s vast children’s ministry vault of hand written resources from before the dawn of the computer has recently been uncovered. Could it reveal a ministry strategy that will revolutionize your ministry today?

“How do I know when the season for a ministry program is ending, and how do I end it well?” There is no easy answer to this question, but here are some things to consider when evaluating a program that might be at the end of its season.

When the time comes for a program to end, we should end it. I stand completely firm in that conviction. However, there may be a program that is faltering that still has life to it and could still be effective for the kingdom. It is programs like these, which may be teetering on the brink, that we will consider today.

How do you respond when told no? This may directly affect how your kids will respond when they are told no as well.

Training and equipping our kidmin leaders is of utmost importance if we want them to lead well in their ministry area and to have longevity in serving with us.

I had been taught all my life that this commandment, meant you couldn't swear, or yell out "OH GOD!" when you stub your toe, but as I grew older, this interpretation seemed shallow to me, and on this day I hungered for something deeper to teach my kids.

How exciting is your Sunday School hour?

Don't be afraid to get emotional over your relationship with God. 

Make your ministry different from others by adding some Bells and Whistles.

Implementing a plan to address children’s allergy issues is essential. Part of successfully planning to keep the children in your care safe includes having accurate information, using that information effectively, and utilizing a system to easily communicate with parents.

The bond between a parent and a child is not just biological. It's a heart bond. 

The essence of Advent that has been lost in a culture that never stops is learning to wait.

Learn to keep the attention of large groups of kids.