Helping Families Connect
Last month I shared a post: Connecting with Families. This post is a “next step” because I’m sure that part of our ministry to kids is providing …
Help Kids Know Where Their Help Comes From
The first church in which I served as a full-time staff member was located in the Hill Country of Central Texas. Early in my ministry there, I led a …
Should You Make Your Kids go to Church?
Should you make your kids go to church? Have you ever had to answer this question? Maybe it’s something you ask yourself about with your own children …
What Should I Teach My Preteens?
“What should I teach my preteens?” This is something that I am asked often and it’s a question that can be difficult to answer. Many …
Creating a Family-Friendly Kids Ministry
Much has been said over the past few years about the “Family Friendly” emphasis in Kids Ministry. To be honest … it’s a no-brainer! Every KidMin …
5 Ways Parents Should Support Kids Ministry
While kids ministers certainly need to support parent’s efforts in raising their children, parents can play a critical role in supporting their …
5 Ways Kids Ministry Should Support Parents
Parents are primarily responsible for raising up their children. But they expect (and have the right to expect) kids ministry in their church to come …
7 Truths to Keep You Fit
I\’m not an exercise guru of any sorts. I do have certifications in training and group fitness, but I\’m a pastor first. I just like …
Try This, Not That: Dealing with Difficult Parents
From time to time I hear fellow kids ministers say, Kids Ministry would be great if all we had to do was deal with kids! So true! However, those in …
7 Tips for Connecting Teachers with Parents
I think we\’re all in agreement that the primary responsibility for spiritual education of kids should be with the parents. That’s …
Quick Mothers Day Gift Ideas
Mothers Day is coming. Well, it’s pretty much here – this Sunday, May 14. It’s always fun to make a little something for moms. …
Ministering to Kids with a Sick Parent.
Normally, childhood experiences do not include finding out that one of your parents has cancer and spending lots of time at this place: the Cancer …
