Ann Edwards presents 25 New Bible Teaching Activities to use with Babies and Ones. Bible Teaching Pictures are a valuable resource and many times overlooked as teaching aids. Come discover some ideas for using Bible teaching picture ideas that impact the teaching session and help relay the life application. Learn More

Cheryl Graves presents Apologetics for Kids. Children can defend the Bible and Jesus when given the truth. We must give them facts and skills to share with others. Using and sharing the scriptures makes this personal for the child. Learn More

Dr. Rick Chromey presents Bridging the Gap: Transitioning Children into Youth Ministry. Effective (and successful) children's ministries lead children to embrace faith, but what happens when they leave? Believe it or not, many kids aren't transitioning very well into teen ministry. In this workshop you'll discover how preteens are changing and what you need to do to prepare them for a faith that lasts a lifetime. Learn More

Bob Bever presents Building Kids That Last. In our search for the Spiritual Development of our children and the effectiveness of our Children's Ministries, we have often found ourselves wondering if it is good enough. Recently, statistics have been thrown around that we are losing kids-especially those who have grown up in our ministries. But is that really the case? Take a look at the impact of your programs and be encouraged by the impact! Learn More

Gloria Lee presents Building the Heart of the Volunteer. Are your volunteers just clocking in and clocking out each Sunday? We will explore ways to help volunteers grow in their relationship with Jesus and be re-energized to serve in your ministry. Participants examine reasons for burn-out and apathy in volunteers, dig into practical ways to help your volunteers prepare their hearts, not just the lessons and get effective ideas to train, motivate, and encourage your volunteers for their personal spiritual growth. Learn More

Lora Lee Boe presents C.O.M.F.O.R.T. Is your church safe?. Can you rest in comfort knowing you have done everything you can to protect the children of your church? Are your operational systems, medical policies, fingerprinting checks in order? Do you have an HIV policy, a sexual predator policy and similar safety issues? This breakout will provide you with the resources you need to protect the children in your ministry. Learn More

Karen Apple presents Character Camp. Surveys indicate parents want the church to help their children develop a rich relationship with God. We'll discover how to create a "Character Camp" kid's retreat for 3rd -5th graders using devotions, campfire, games, music and meaningful relationships. Learn More

John Tasch presents Children's Church Live. Learn how to put together a seamless children's service that will keep children smiling, participating and paying attention for hours! Learn More

Dr. Greg Carlson presents Choosing, Using, but Not Abusing Curriculum in Children's Ministry. Curriculum choices cause the new ministry director (or seasoned leaders) to sweat! Come ready to access guidelines and processes that assist in the selection and use of curriculum for Sunday school and club ministry, led by an experienced Christian educator. Learn More

Mike Johnson presents Core Principles to Make Your Children's Ministry Soar. Join Children's Pastor Mike Johnson as he looks at the core principles that has taken Fellowship Church Children's Ministry to great growth. In this Breakout you will discover that no matter what the size of the church there are basic elements necessary to building a dynamic children's ministry. Put them in place and watch your ministry grow. Learn More

Ronnie Caldwell presents Costumes, Characters and Skits. How do you use drama and props in your storytelling? How I can build my "treasure chest of goodies" cheaply? How do I start? Come and receive lots of ideas. Learn More

Dr. Michelle Anthony presents Creating Faith Environments in Your Weekend Services. Children come to church every weekend. How do we know we are really cultivating what is most important in their lives...Faith in God and dependence on Him? Come discover 10 helpful and practical environments you can create in your ministry that will allow kids' faith to grow and be expressed. Learn More

Gregg Johnson presents Culture Vs. Curriculum. Dynamic Tween Ministry happens when "culture" trumps curriculum. Come and learn the 7 differences between a curriculum driven ministry and a culture driven ministry! Learn More

Tim Shoemaker presents Developing Dads to do Devotions With Their Kids. Often your best efforts to teach kids at church aren't enough. You need parents to teach at home too, but most need help with that. Learn everything you'll need to know to lead a workshop that will equip and inspire dads and moms to teach effective and powerful object lesson oriented family devotions. Learn More