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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When does curriculum for children's ministry become outdated?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

Karl presents a creative teaching style and encourages us to stop using the DVD player while teaching.

Can you draw the church?

Does your family feel dysfunctional? Turns out you're in good company. You could even be Biblical ... 

This is probably the easiest large group game ever invented. If you can think of an easier one, please let me know in the comments.

What is the purpose of Easter Sunday? Use this skit to explain it to children.

Use these patterns to create several easy crafts for July 4th or Memorial Day.

What should your kids know as they reach the end of each grade level? Here's a handy list to help you out!

Advice on how to jump start your new ministry position.

Teenagers of divorcing parents need their parents to work on the relationship, but teens today are replacing these relationships with hyper-connectivity. Here are some important points that parents and ministry leaders need to know.

Emotional concussions can be just as lethal, and sometimes even more so, than a physical concussion

A nursery rhyme can teach you a lesson on brokenness.

Whether you're preaching to kids or adults, @kidsconsultant Melissa MacDonald has these powerful tips to help you engage your audience. 

In our diverse modern culture, virtually all ministry is “cross-cultural” and effective connections and relationship building will depend up your cross-cultural understanding and communication skills.

Taking control of our expectations and responses, by not putting expectations on God.

What are you expecting of Jesus today?

How do you explain the Trinity to your kids?

There are many single parents in our world today. How do we, the church, help those parents to raise their kids? We can do these two things.

Ever had one of those moments where you wished you could take back what you just said? Children's pastors, beware ...

Here is a great resource for helping kids learn how to fast.

This fun children's activity sheet will give children the chance to tell Dad what they really think of him!

A great way to honor dads this Father's Day.

Did you know that fear in the child of divorce can cause behavior issues?

A Super Bible Memory Verse Activity for Elementary Kids

Realizing the significance of the ministry that you do

When will your finest hour occur? You may not even notice it yourself!