13 Key Considerations for Choosing Kids Curriculum
By Chuck Peters Evaluating and selecting a kids ministry curriculum for your ministry can feel like a daunting task. For many of us, the process can …
Get Ready for VBS with Background Checks
Background Checks for VBS Volunteers: Why They Matter Are you ready for Illumination Station! VBS 2026? Organizing a VBS program that kids will love …
Gospel Conversations: Moving from Presentation to Relationship
For many of us in kids ministry, the phrase “sharing the gospel” brings to mind a specific evangelistic moment. A …
Mother’s or Father’s Day Activity: A Gospel Conversation with Mom or Dad
For many kids, some of the most meaningful faith conversations don’t happen in a classroom or large group—they happen at home. Around the dinner …
Planning for Rest in Ministry: Why Intentional Rest Matters
By: Rachel Riquelme Do the phrases, “Hurry, we have to be there in five minutes” or “We have way too many things to do and not enough time to do them” …
Illumination Station VBS Volunteer Recruitment Selfie Frame
As you recruit VBS volunteers, help them commemorate the moment and build excitement for VBS with this fun selfie frame. Build your own using the …
Navigating Mother’s Day and Father’s Day with Sensitivity
By Kimba Campbell Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can be meaningful, celebratory moments in the life of the church. They give us a chance to honor …
VBS 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Cards
Looking for a fun gift for your VBS volunteers? These Illumination Station themed cards are the perfect way to share your appreciation with those who …
Surprised by Boredom: Why Kids Ministry Still Needs the Basics
By Emily Jennings As a kid, I would have scrubbed baseboards with a toothbrush to get out of Sunday night church. Discipleship training started at …
Summer Phone Background Downloads
Download these free spring and summer phone backgrounds and get excited for everything the seasons have to offer! Choose your favorite design, …
A Spring Scavenger Hunt to Celebrate God’s Amazing Creation
Spring is the perfect season to step outside, slow down, and notice the beauty God has placed all around us. Flowers bloom, birds sing, and everything …
Illumination Station Invitation Cards
Vacation Bible School is one of the most effective outreach opportunities churches have all year and sometimes the simplest invitations make the …
