Devotional Giveaway
Once or twice a week, you meet with kids face-to-face, speaking into their development as disciples. You know they are growing spiritually, but …
Farewell to Mayflower
For many Bible Studies For Life: Kids fans, you’ve come to know and love the kids at Mayflower Elementary School over the past three years. It’s been …
Best Ways to Reach the Hearts of Preteen Girls
I have just had the privilege of graduating out of raising a preteen girl who is now into her teen years. As I reflect back on my experience with her, …
Moving Up to Middle School
Big changes are coming for rising middle schoolers and their families! They’re saying goodbye to Elmo, cubbies, and in-school parties and hello to …
The Importance of the Mountain Top Experience
Most followers of Jesus begin their journey during or following a mountain-top experience. Many believers are reminded of the essence of their journey …
Ministering to the Minister’s Kids
I wasn’t a PK (Preacher’s Kid) but I was a DK (Deacon’s Kid) and the PKs and the DKs hung out together a lot. I know from watching my PK friends that …
Teaching Kids to Pray
by Mary Wiley No matter if a child is learning to deal with his parents’ divorce or is just sad because he has to wait his turn to play on the swing, …
Make the Most of Your KidMin Intern
by Lana Sydenstricker Let’s face it – what ministry leader couldn\’t use an extra hand? Whether you’re able to recruit an …
Parenting Wisely: Talking to Kids About Same-Sex Marriage
In light of the Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage last week, many of you have asked for wisdom and words on how to discuss the new cultural …
Avoiding the Preteen Drop-off
It’s called the drop-off. In student ministry, the largest drop-off — or drop-out time — is when students graduate from high school. …
Help Kids Share the Gospel with Their Friends
Should a kid wait until she is an adult to share her faith with a friend? Absolutely not! A vital part of Kids Ministry can and should be helping kids …
Old Enough to Defend
You\’ve probably heard that a majority of kids leave the church when they graduate from high school. Some say that the number is as high as 80%. …
