Volunteers Zone

Are you a ministry volunteer looking for direction? Do you lead volunteers, and want to do so to the best of your ability? Check out the volunteer zone for a plethora of tips, tricks, ideas, and encouragement.

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Plus Simple way to say...

Simple and inexpensive way to let your volunteers know you appreciate them.

Volunteer appreciations
Plus Volunteer Application

This is the application I use with all my volunteers in my Children's ministry.

Screening Volunteers
Starter Kids Ministry VIP room

Create a room for your kids ministry volunteers to get a few refreshments before or after their scheduled time to serve. This not only gives them a place to get to know other volunteers in the kids ministry, gives them natural things like food and drinks, but it shows them that you're thinking about them. I guarantee it'll be the talk of the church.

Volunteer Appreciation
Plus Volunteer Appreciation

Just a way to show our volunteers that we love them!

M-Azing Volunteer
Starter Sample Volunteer Letters

This is a bonus download for Kidology's Ultimate Toolbox for Children's Ministry. 

Bonus Toolbox Resource
Plus 5 Tips for Helping Kids Navigate the Bible

How can God’s Word truly plant itself in a kid’s heart if they don’t know how to read it for themselves?

Bible Study
Plus Appreciation Luncheon

A way to serve your volunteers...

Volunteer Appreciation
Starter Five Things That CM Volunteers Need

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.

Leading Volunteers
Plus How do you teach children Bible verses?

5 Easy Ways to Help Children Learn Bible Verses

Memorization
Plus Teachers' Kids

Some unique ideas to say "thanks" to the family members of your children's ministry volunteers.

Volunteer Appreciation
Starter Volunteer Application

Use this application when recruiting and screening your camp or VBS volunteers

Basic Camp or VBS Volunteer Application Form
Plus Volunteer Appreciation - Camp

A cute idea to show your children's ministry camp volunteers that you appreciate them, using s'mores!

Volunteer Appreciation
Plus Who Wants to Be a Volunteer

A fun skit to recruit volunteers

Volunteer recruitment
Starter Supporting Kids with Special Needs in Your Children's Ministry

We are entrusted with the incredible privilege of loving and leading God’s precious children. Some may need a little extra care and support due to special needs or behavior challenges.

Special Needs
Starter The Scriptural Mandate for Children's Ministry

Children are not merely the future of the church; they are a vital part of it now.

Investing in Children
Starter The IF ONLY's of Kids Ministry

Let’s be honest. Kids Ministry is TOUGH. Yes, it is full of joy, but it seems equally loaded with challenges.

Equipped for Ministry
Starter Thriving in Ministry: Lessons Learned from Decades in Ministry

7 lessons Karl has learned that can help you sustain your ministry without losing your soul, your family, or your joy.

Ministry that Endures
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: Abraham Lincoln - An Example for Today's Children's Ministry Leaders

5 practical applications that can inspire us to be “Honest Abe’s” for the children of this generation.

Kidology Lab Notes - Abraham Lincoln
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: A Rational Faith - What I Learned from Josh McDowell

Josh McDowell’s story is compelling. A former atheist, he set out to disprove Christianity.

Kidology Lab Notes - Josh McDowell
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: D.L. Moody - A Life Devoted to Reaching the Lost, Starting with Children

Dwight L. Moody is a name that stands tall in the history of evangelism.

Kidology Lab Notes - D. L. Moody
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: Corrie ten Boom - Lessons in Ministry Courage

Corrie ten Boom's story is a powerful reminder of what it means to live a life of faith, courage, and conviction.

Kidology Lab Notes - Corrie ten Boom
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: Tina Houser - A Creative Champion for Children's Ministry

Tina Houser was one of the most creative and prolific content creators I have ever known.

Kidology Lab Notes - Houser
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: Henrietta Mears - Pioneer of Modern Sunday School and Children's Ministry

Henrietta Cornelia Mears was one of the most influential Christian educators of the 20th century, shaping the future of Sunday School and profoundly impacting children’s ministry.

Kidology Lab Notes - Mears
Starter Kidology Lab Notes: Albert Einstein - From Curious Child to World-Changing Physicist

Albert Einstein is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientific minds in history. Could you be nurturing the next great mind?

Kidology Lab Notes - Einstein
Starter The Story of Kidology Continues in 2025!

Kidology started in 1994 while the Internet was still a mystery to most people. There was no eBay, PayPal, YouTube, or Google, and Amazon had just barely launched.

Kidology Origins
Starter The Wise Men Gave with the Future in Mind

As you think about your gifts this season, I encourage you to prayerfully consider the ministries that are making a difference for Jesus.

Giving
Starter Make Table Talkers a Part of Your 2025 Family Ministry Strategy!

Table Talkers are the perfect solution to kickstart family conversations and incorporate spiritual growth into everyday life.

Connect Families
Starter The Story of Three Trees (God's Trees)

This is Karl's version of the beautiful fable of The Three Trees. Ideal for Christmas or Easter.

Faith Adventure
Starter Take your kids to Narnia and back!

Take your kids to Narnia and back!

Faith Adventure
Starter This Isn't Just a Great Tool... It's the Whole Toolbox!

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry is packed with practical, organized, and ready-to-use tools. It is NOT just another book — it’s a lifesaver.

Ministry Building
Starter Start a New Tradition with a Christmas Countdown Chain!

Try this simple, interactive, and educational way to help kids stay focused on the Reason for the Season!

Christmas
Starter You Are Going to CRUSH Your Next BIG Event!

Explore the critical "Why, What, When, Where, Who, and How" of event planning.  

Events
Starter Jesus Was a Zombie!

How can we encourage our kids to ask questions and truly grasp what they’re reading in the Bible?

Understanding the Bible
Starter Got Training? How to Recruit and KEEP Volunteers!

Did you know that on-going training not only helps retain volunteers but also empowers them to serve more effectively?

Recruiting
Starter A Church on the Corner is NOT Enough!

We must get outside the walls of our church to reach those who won't enter the walls of our church!

Evangelism
Starter So Much To Do!

There's a way to get MORE done in LESS time!

Task Management
Starter Keep Parents in the Loop!

Learn helpful tips to better communicate with parents in your ministry!

Communication
Starter Tips for Working with Kids with Special Needs

How do we reach out to children with special needs and behavioral challenges in our ministry?

Special Needs Ministry
Starter I asked AI to Wish Me a Happy Birthday!

"Happy Birthday, Pastor Karl, from your AI Friend!"

Life Lessons
Starter Are You Ready for the Next Crisis in Your Ministry?

In children’s ministry, crises are a guarantee. It's not if, but when.

Crisis Management
Starter Meet Noduh the Wise One!

Have you ever wished Yoda could lead your lessons? We have good news for you!

Biblical Wisdom
Starter Boost Your Volunteer Recruitment with the Back to School Checklist

The Back to School Checklist is a powerful recruiting tool for your ministry. 

Spiritual Growth
Starter Shape Your Kids' Spiritual Lives!

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

Bible Basics
Starter Oh, You Sexy Document!

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

Document Management
Starter BLOW UP Your Object Lessons!

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

Impactful Object Lessons
Starter Tips and Tricks for Visitor Follow-Up

A Complete Strategy for Guest Family Follow-Up

Family Follow-Up
Starter Empower Your Ministry with Next Steps for Kids (and Students)!

This discipleship tool will prepare kids for their spiritual journey.

Discipleship
Starter Spurgeon Started It!

A Tiny Booklet with a BIG Message

Sharing the Gospel
Starter You Might Not Know It Yet, But You Need IT!

Kids Need it. God’s Word has it. Now You Can Teach it!

it Bible Curriculum
Starter Can You Hear Me Now?

This video will equip you with essential tools and strategies to ensure your messages are heard by everyone involved in your ministry. 

Communication
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