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Help! The Kids Just Said a Bad Word: Insights and Advice From Ministry Veterans
Sometimes kids really do say the darndest things—and not always in a good way. Bad words out of a child’s mouth sound extra unsettling, don’t they? Read on to…
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Children’s Message: Cornucopia of Thanks
Use this children’s message about thankfulness called Cornucopia of Thanks in a big church setting or any class lesson. You’ll Need: Bible (check…
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20 Christmas Activities for Kids: Countdown to Christmas
Want to keep kids and families centered on the true meaning of Christmas? Try any of these Christmas activities for kids. Christmas Activity #1: It’s a…
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Children’s Ministry Thanksgiving Decorating Idea: Grateful Graffiti
Use this Thanksgiving decorating idea in your children’s ministry. Kids and parents will express their thanks on “grateful graffiti.”…
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Christmas Musical Tryouts: Terrific or Terrible?
Are Christmas musical tryouts terrific or terrible? Should churches hold tryouts for kids? Read on to hear both perspectives. Perspective #1: The Trouble With…
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Children’s Ministry Game for All Ages: Lighthouse
In this children’s ministry game, kids of all ages discover Jesus is the Light of the world as they explore the importance of light. It explores the…
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Simple Family Ministry Thanksgiving Idea: Tree of Thanks
Need a family ministry Thanksgiving idea? Create a Tree of Thanks for families at church to display what they’re grateful for! You’ll Need: 1 dry…
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Simple Preteen Sunday School Lesson: Cain and Abel
Use this FREE Sunday school lesson based on Genesis 4:1-16 to teach preteens about Cain and Abel. It includes an activity, craft, and snack. Prepare for the…
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Thanksgiving Ideas: 6 Great Service Project Ideas to Inspire Grateful Kids
Just in time for the season of thanks! Pick a Thanksgiving service project from a real church that teaches kids to serve joyfully. We’ve discovered six…
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Halloween: Children’s Ministry Influencer’s Christian Response
We interviewed Ricardo Miller, a seasoned children’s ministry influencer, to weigh in on the debate about Halloween in church. Here’s what he said…
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Elementary and Preteen Bible Message: Pray on Election Day
Use this simple (and delicious!) Bible message on Election Day to teach elementary and preteen kids about honoring leadership with prayer. You’ll Need…
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Preschool Sunday School Music Activities: Make a Joyful Noise
Use these preschool Sunday school activities to help preschoolers learn to make a joyful noise to God. Find more great Sunday school lessons to help kids grow…
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Free Advent Activity Cards for Families
Looking for a fun and FREE Christmas or Advent resource for families? Consider these Advent activity cards! They’ll help families celebrate the season…
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Thanksgiving Parade Activity for Preschoolers
Need a Thanksgiving idea for preschoolers in your Sunday school? Try leading a Thanksgiving parade where kids celebrate and thank God. Preschool Thanksgiving…
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4 Service Projects That Give Kids an Attitude of Gratitude
Want kids in your ministry to have an attitude of gratitude? Try out one of these 4 service projects for kids! We all want the kids in our children’s…
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Free Children’s Church Lesson: Jesus Invites Us to Serve Others (Matthew 20:20-28)
Use this free New Testament lesson for children’s church to inspire kids in your ministry to have servants’ hearts. You could consider teaching it on or…
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Children’s Bible Game on Temptation: The Floor Is Lava
Kids love playing games. Use the classic game, the Floor Is Lava, to teach a Bible lesson about temptation! Introduce the Main Idea Read aloud Matthew 4:1-4…
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High-Energy Elementary Game for All Saints’ Day
Celebrate All Saints’ Day by playing a game that teaches kids about the “huge crowd of witnesses” in Hebrews 12:1-2. Try it this week! Prepare for…
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Church Thanksgiving Celebration: Kid-Made Table Dressings
Want to contribute to your church Thanksgiving celebration? Try this service project where kids prepare table dressings three weeks in advance. 3 Weeks Before…
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Make Christ Relevant to Kids Who Never Miss a Sunday
Do the “perfect attendance” kids in your class yawn when you open the Bible? Hear from former missionary kid Scott Kinner about how to make Christ…
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Preschool Sunday School Lesson: I Am Special!
Use this preschool Sunday school lesson to help kids know they are special to God. Preschoolers will hear the Bible and do fun activities. Find more great…
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Preschool Sunday School Lesson for Halloween
Want to help take the “spooky” out of Halloween? Use this Halloween preschool Sunday school lesson in your children’s ministry. Plus, find…
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4 Children’s Ministry Fidget Busters for All Ages
Are kids in your children’s ministry wiggling and giggling? Try these 4 quick fidget busters for all ages to get kids ready to learn! Fidget Buster for…
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8 Delicious Ice Cream Snacks of Biblical Proportions
Teach creative Bible stories with these eight unforgettable (and absolutely delicious!) ice cream snacks of biblical proportions. #1. Red Sea Split A banana…
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Church Nursery Activities About the Fiery Furnace
Through simple songs and activities, kids in your church nursery will hear about how God saved Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace. Although…
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Christmas Object Lesson: A Joyful Science Experiment for Families
Need a festive holiday idea for families at your church? Try this Christmas object lesson: a joyful science experiment! Prepare for the Christmas Object Lesson…
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10 Thanksgiving Lessons and Activities for Sunday School
Need Thanksgiving lessons and activities for your Sunday school? Check out these 10 great ideas kids will love. Find more great Sunday school lessons to help…
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Preteen Sunday School Lesson: The Importance of Forgiveness
Use this FREE Sunday school lesson about forgiveness with the preteens in your ministry. And dive into these great Sunday school lessons to help kids grow in…
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Children’s Ministry Halloween Craft: Glowing Slime
Want a Bible-centered activity for Halloween? This glowing, gooey slime craft helps kids discover how God holds them firmly. Prepare for the Halloween Craft…
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Critical Lockdown Procedures for Children’s Ministry
Does your children’s ministry have lockdown procedures in case of emergency? If not, you need to check out this critical list. Today’s children are…
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Medium-Energy Game About Conflict for Children’s Church
Use this medium-energy Bible game to help elementary and preteen kids in your children’s church learn how to handle conflict. It’s based on Romans…
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Elementary Children’s Message for Halloween: Fear Not
Use this elementary children’s message for Halloween to help kids say “bye-bye” to fear as they study Psalm 91. Elementary Message for…
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5 Critical Ways to Keep Your Volunteer Team From Fraying
All of us have ragged edge times. That’s why you need to check out these 5 critical ways to keep your volunteer team from fraying. Susan Lennartson…
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3 Ideas for Raising Kid Leaders in Your Children’s Ministry
Are you raising leaders in your children’s ministry? Helping your kids grow as leaders will prepare them for the world, give them tools to help others…
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3 Children’s Ministry Object Lessons for Small Churches
Looking for children’s ministry object lessons specifically designed for small churches? Check out these 3 options—perfect for small, mixed-age groups! Your…
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7 Tips for Responding to Bullying in Your Ministry
Check out these 7 concrete, practical steps to thwart bullying and to build a caring community in your ministry. While schools have come under scrutiny because…
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Preteen Halloween Lesson: What’s So Bad About Fortune Telling?
What does the Bible say about supernatural forces like fortune telling? Use this preteen Halloween devotional to help kids discover and apply God’s word…
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Healthy Bible Snack: Fuzzy Arms and the Story of Esau
Reinforce a lesson about Jacob and Esau with this healthy Bible snack! Kids will learn the importance of being honest and enjoy a tasty treat. Prepare the…
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Resolving Challenging Behavior in Children’s Ministry
Your Sunday school teachers are going to meet children with challenging behaviors—some with diagnosed disorders and others who just act out sometimes. Check…
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3 Questions New Families Ask in Children’s Ministry
Check out these 3 questions new families ask about your children’s ministry—and prepare your answers to put families at ease. Years ago I moved across…
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Group Game for All Ages: Harvest Relay
Encourage kids to share their faith! Play this harvest relay group game to help kids think Jesus’ words in Luke 10:2. Prepare for the Harvest Relay…
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5 Food-Related Assumptions to Avoid in Children’s Ministry
What behind-the-scenes food experiences affect kids who attend your VBS? As children’s ministry leaders, perhaps we have food-related assumptions we need to…
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Preteen Bible Lesson: Do Miracles Happen Today?
Preteens ask hard questions. For example, “If God is real, why doesn’t he do big miracles anymore?” This Bible lesson offers an opportunity to…
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Family Ministry Activity: Courageous Fall Mystery Objects
Use this fall family ministry activity to teach kids and their grown-ups about the courage only God gives. In this courage-inspiring activity, families will…
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Parable of the Lamp Craft for Elementary and Preteen Kids
Teach elementary and preteen kids about the parable of the lamp in Mark 4:21-23 using this scratchboard pictures craft. Prepare for the Parable of the Lamp…
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Children’s Message for Halloween: Jesus’ Power
Kids need to know about Jesus’ power! Try out this powerful children’s message to show kids they don’t need to be afraid—even on Halloween…
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16 Ways for Senior Pastors to Build Relationships With Children
There are many ways for senior pastors to build strong relationships with children in your church. “I let the Sunday school teachers take care of the…
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3 New Nursery Ideas to Try in Your Ministry This Fall
Looking for a few new nursery ideas for this fall? Check out these 3 engaging, Bible-based activities for your little ones! Nursery Idea 1: Basket Boats Use…
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Children’s Ministry Handbook: A Ministry Must-Have!
What should your church include in its children’s ministry handbook? Discover how a small booklet makes a big impact on volunteers. Volunteers have said “yes”…
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Parable of the Prodigal Son Craft: Piggy Heart Banks
In this craft based on the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32, kids make piggy banks filled with reminders for their friends and families that Jesus…
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Pumpkin Children’s Message: God’s Word the Seed
Use this pumpkin children’s message to help children see that planting seeds of faith will grow good things in them. Pumpkin Children’s Message…
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Desperate for Volunteers? Here’s What NOT to Do.
I know. You need more volunteers. So do I. And we always will. Building a volunteer team is a never-ending process, especially if your ministry is growing. If…
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Free Bible Lesson for Preteens: Is Satan Real?
Preteens today are aware of evil. All they have to do is watch the news or go online to see the most recent tragedy. Use this free Bible lesson to…
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3 Psalm-Based Bible Activities for Your Preteen Ministry
Looking for engaging, Scripture-centered ideas for your children’s ministry? Try these simple Psalm-based Bible activities designed especially for…
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Food Ministry: 3 Nourishing Outreach Ideas for Churches
Nourish hearts and bodies in your ministry with these three simple outreach ideas from a church in Alabama. Read on to discover how to minister to kids through…
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Toddler and Preschool Autumn Activity: Leaf Wreath
Celebrate fall in your ministry! Your toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy making this simple leaf wreath and learning a song! Toddler and Preschool Autumn…
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How to Create a Sensory Room for Your Ministry
Looking for a way to help children who sometimes struggle in a large classroom setting? Try a sensory room for your ministry! A couple of years ago our…
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Top 11 Ministry Ideas to Shine Jesus’ Light at Halloween
Fall festivities present opportunities to shine the light of Jesus. Check out our 13 ideas to shine Jesus’ light at Halloween! 3 Pumpkin Children’s…
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Get Families Laughing With 4 Fun Ministry Family Night Ideas
Check out these four family ministry night ideas and watch families in your church start laughing and building relationships together. Go, go, go! That’s…
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Elementary Prayer Game: Prayer in Motion
This elementary prayer game is a great way to help kids get creative in the ways that they talk to God. Elementary Prayer Game: Prayer in Motion Form a…