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[ad_1] Published: February 5, 2024 Culture and safety concerns have changed ministry fundraising. Use these creative ideas to raise money—and keep kids safe. Remember when you were a child, sitting alone at the corner of your block selling lemonade? without...

[ad_1] Published: February 5, 2024 Families can start a new tradition this Valentine’s Day by creating their own “Love Jar.” It’s a fantastic way to encourage families to talk about what they love about each other and to keep everyone’s...

[ad_1] Yesterday, I taught the child dedication class at my church. I shared with the parents what the dedication means and why we do it. Child dedication is one of the milestones we celebrate with families. It is a crucial time...

[ad_1] As I talk about Grandparenting Ministry, you may wonder how such a ministry really connects with a Children's Ministry . . . well; "consider this; if you have grandparents who are engaged and focused on passing on a heritage of confident...

[ad_1] What does it mean to disciple our kids? It’s a good question. One that more than one parent has asked me. And, to be honest, over the years I’ve given different answers, based on my understanding of what it...

[ad_1] It was Sunday morning, and the baseball team, ranging in age from nine to twelve years, met excitedly in the parking lot so their parents could take enthusiastic photos before caravanning to the tournament. Their car windows were covered...

[ad_1] Published: February 2, 2024 Although preteens are starting to think more abstractly, the concept of death is still pretty concrete to them. When they hear that Jesus died for us, they may wonder what that really means. Why do...

[ad_1] Published: February 2, 2024 Use these 21 outreach ideas for kids to help them learn to reach out to their friends and neighbors. At a recent outreach retreat, one of our visiting children decided to follow Jesus. His parents...

[ad_1] Published: February 2, 2024 Recruiting volunteers doesn’t always come easy. So consider these 20 ways to promote serving in your church! In most churches the congregation seems to be struck by blindness when it comes to seeing announcements for...

[ad_1] Guest services matter for churches and children’s ministries. Customer service isn’t only a concern for stores and restaurants. Read on to discover how to get visitors to return to your kidmin program and church. Why aren’t people coming back...