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Valuable Lessons for New Kids Ministers

April 11, 2012 | Kids Ministry
klista2BWSmall.jpgA couple of weeks ago, I told you about the Kids Beta Club we have at Lifeway Kids for new children’s ministers. I wanted to enlighten you a little more on the subject.
 
First of all, what’s with the name? Funny title for a kids ministers group, huh? The term "Beta" is a term used in mountain climbing. It’s actually the information an experienced climber provides for a newbie to help his climb go more easily. That’s what we do…we share from our own experiences in kids ministry to encourage those who are new and maybe struggling in their climb.
 
As I was preparing to write this blog, we got a note from one of our Beta club alums. It was totally unsolicited, I promise! I wanted to share it with you because I think she can tell you so much better than I just how helpful it was to her ministry.
 
 The Beta conference was invaluable to me!  When I returned I went to work immediately, implementing many of the concepts and ideas you all presented.  Not only did I revise our existing mission statement but I also appointed Directors in each main area of our ministry.  This has proven to be one of the most valuable steps I have taken as a new children’s minister.  Empowering others to be a part of the mission creates momentum and energy that I never anticipated! 
 
Not only are things running more smoothly but they are running with less stress and fewer hours on my part.  It frees up the time I need to do the "work of the church" and less "church work."  My passion is to reach each child individually and teach them about our Lord Jesus Christ and how He desires a close personal relationship with them.  If we are too busy trying to do everything ourselves we miss out on why we have been called into ministry! 
 
The Lifeway crew has been so helpful since the Beta conference; always available by phone, email or Facebook!  Please let your new Beta class know that what they are learning will help their ministries reach their fullest potential if they put it into action!  
  
I will be praying for all of you!  Enjoy and know that I am looking forward to a Beta reunion!!! 🙂
 

In Christ,

Kimberly Braine-Tillem
Beta class 11/2011
 
If you are relatively new to kids ministry (three years or less) we would love to come alongside and help you in your climb. Please comment below and let me know if you’d be interested in joining the Kids Beta Club and I\’ll send you an invitation to our next event. By the way, just a reminder in case you didn\’t see the previous blog, the Kids Beta Club is FREE! In fact, you just need to get yourself to Nashville – after that, we\’ll pay for your hotel room and food while you’re here!  We\’d love to have you! Let me hear from you.
 
I look forward to our climb!
 
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  1. gerry Horton

    April 11, 2012 at 10:23 am

    I would be interested in receiving more info about the kids Beta club and the next event.

    Reply
  2. Klista Storts

    April 11, 2012 at 11:06 am

    Great! I’ll send you information today! Hope it works out that you can join us.

    Reply
  3. Hope McNeil

    April 11, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    I would like more information on the Kids Beta club and the next event.

    Reply
  4. Klista Storts

    April 11, 2012 at 2:04 pm

    Great, Hope! I’ll send you an e-mail today! Hope to meet you!

    Reply
  5. Dena Jenkisn

    April 12, 2012 at 8:29 am

    More info, please! Thank you – and God bless your work!

    Reply
  6. Klista Storts

    April 13, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    It’s on the way to you, Dena. Thanks so much!

    Reply
  7. Becki

    April 15, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    Sounds interesting. I’ve been the part-time Kids Ministry Director for just over a year now. I would love to find out more about this opportunity.
    Becki

    Reply
  8. Brad Prothero

    April 18, 2012 at 8:57 am

    Sounds interesting. Could you send some info my way, please?

    Reply
  9. Klista Storts

    April 19, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    Will do! Hope to have you with us!

    Reply
  10. Klista Storts

    April 19, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    Great, Becki!. I’ll send info your way. Hope to see you!

    Reply
  11. Klista Storts

    April 19, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    Great, Becki! I’ll send info your way. Hope to see you.

    Reply
  12. Bonnie Barnes

    May 1, 2012 at 11:31 am

    I would be interested in receiving more info about the kids Beta club and the next event. Thanks

    Reply
  13. Klista Storts

    May 1, 2012 at 12:14 pm

    Great! We’ll get info sent your way! Hope it works for you to come.

    Reply
  14. Kimen

    May 15, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    I would love to receive more info about Kids Beta Club.

    Reply
  15. Kristin Aull

    July 1, 2012 at 11:50 am

    I’m interested!

    Reply
  16. Keith Allmon

    July 2, 2012 at 9:21 am

    I would love more information about Kid’s Beta club!

    Reply
  17. Klista Storts

    July 2, 2012 at 10:31 am

    On your way, Keith!

    Reply
  18. Klista Storts

    July 2, 2012 at 10:34 am

    Great, Kristin! I’ll send you an e-mail with more info! Hope you can join us.

    Reply
  19. Lori McNeese

    August 2, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    I’m interested in more information about the Kids Beta Club. Thanks.

    Reply
  20. Linda Dillingham

    August 20, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    I would like more information about Kids Beta Club. Thanks.

    Reply
    • kstorts

      August 21, 2013 at 8:20 am

      Great, Linda! I’ll be sure you get an invitation to our Beta groups we have scheduled for the upcoming year!

      Reply
  21. Angela

    November 6, 2013 at 3:44 am

    I’m packing my bags now!!

    Reply
    • Klista Storts

      November 7, 2013 at 9:38 am

      Angela, SO glad you’re coming! We’ll send out the new dates!

      Reply

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