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Quotes from “Co-Active Coaching,” a book written by the founders of The Coaches Training Institute

3 steps to collaborative problem solving.

An introduction to talking the the unique gifts and talents that God has given every boy and girl.

Ideas for communication with leaders and volunteers

Compassionate discernment helps us to understand when to allow flexibility in certain rules or customary ways of doing things in the ministry. This essay gives one such example.

The final step in the candidate screening process: motor vehicle check and waiting period.

Amid the hectic world of kidmin, how do you stay connected with God on a daily basis?

The case for choosing curriculum carefully and staying with it consistently

Co-parenting among divorcing couples is becoming more popular. What can churches do to help?

Co-parenting is becoming the norm for divorcing couples and couples who are involved in cohabitation situations. But what exactly is co-parenting?

Learn to counsel kids effectively regarding the most important decision of their life.

Preschool lessons are important! I believe that we may have the greatest opportunity to create a true sense of wonder and awe with “the least of these.” What amazing potential to make a life-long difference!

Here are seven ideas to help you identify your unique brand of ministry to children.

Where is the warmth-meter in your ministry?  

By including bullying prevention, your organization will foster an environment that encourages transparency, prioritizes communication, and empowers kids and youth to respect and support each other.

By including bullying prevention, your organization will foster an environment that encourages transparency, prioritizes communication, and empowers kids and youth to respect and support each other.

By including bullying prevention, your organization will foster an environment that encourages transparency, prioritizes communication, and empowers kids and youth to respect and support each other.

Here is a fun activity to help your little ones become more familiar with this wondrous time in earth’s history. 

We are impressed with Kidmin who are creative. We enjoy the fruit of their creativity. However, our Creative God made us like Him, creative! Here are six creative habits that creatives use.

A look at what we can do when ministering to, living with or working with a child that has been traumatized.

With VBS coming up, attitudes and conversations can make a difference when you have a rambunctious group of kids.

Here is a personal note that I wrote to encourage a student leader for their service.

Delegation is a must in Children's Ministry! Here are some great tips for how to delegate effectively in your ministry.

Development as a dynamic system [is] a perpetually ongoing process, extending from conception to death, that is molded by a complex network of biological, psychological, and social influences. ~ Laura E. Berk “Jesus became wiser and stronger. He also became more and more pleasing to God and to people.” (Luke 2:52)   p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 11.7px 0.0px; text-align: justify; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.0px 'Lucida Grande'; -webkit-text-stroke: #000000} span.s1 {font-kerning: none}

Here are ten things I’ve learned over the years about how to put together quality content for a 45-minute stage show.

Everywhere around us, we are hearing a growing call: The spiritual formation of children must be done by parents, not for parents. The church’s role is shifting from one of serving and supporting parents to one of empowering, equipping, and encouraging parents. How can children's ministry leaders respond to this call?

Tech screens are everywhere. How do you know when it's time for a digital detox?

The Acts 6 Model makes it possible for a local Family of God to provide a ministry to children that meets each child’s individual needs.

When discipleship is the strategy, Deuteronomy 6:6-8 can be a reality, even for single and divorced parents. 

Discipleship is messy and gritty and sloppy, and that’s the beauty. And some weeks that can also be the tough part of it.

Almost every teacher in a church's children's ministry is looking for help to manage the classroom. Trisha Peach shares her best and time-tested discipline ideas.

Do children with divorced parents experience stages of grief from the divorce?

Saying "sorry" is a good thing, but not when your goal is to win volunteers to your ministry and vision.

“Two are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 NLT

Moses once boldly said: "Show Me Your Glory!" If you want a game to introduce a lesson on Exodus 33:18, then "How Well Do You Know Your Sibling?" is the game for you!

Learn 4 mistakes many Children's Pastors make with their volunteers and how to avoid making them

Of course, as Christians we are called to pray in everything. But how big of a role does it really play in your ministry?

It's important to see people the way Jesus did. We should not see their faults, but rather see a PERSON!

Experiencing a life crisis can lead to some children exhibiting particular characteristics of being “traumatized?”

Do you have tunnel vision when it comes to your kidmin? Follow these tips on how to stay connected with the rest of the ministry teams!

Do you want a better children's ministry? Create a process for capturing everything.

Is your busyness defining who you are and what you are able to accomplish for the Lord?

When does curriculum for children's ministry become outdated?

Here is a report on how the shape of families shape faith.

How does your church disciple the single dads in your community?

What follows is a conversation between me and a group of children in January, 2008. This is one way that I engage them in theological topics. In this example, we discuss grace. This article originally appeared on my personal blog at glenwoods.wordpress.com.

Do you teach the kids in your ministry about the big words? Or do you shy away? Here are some great reasons to attack these words head on.

Here is a Gospel magic trick that teaches the truth that when we trust in God, He will protect us!

Whose work are you doing, yours or the Lord's?

Great ideas on engaging kids with books to teach spiritual lessons