Most of us grew up learning disjointed pieces of God's Big Story. Learn how to teach Bible stories in context... where God is the main character of an epic narrative. We'll share the actual Big God Story and end with a discussion of how teaching from this vantage point changes the way we teach and how we can help children to find their place in God's story. Learn More

Raising children to know and love God is a parent's duty, privilege, and most rewarding achievement! What parents do today with their kids bears fruit for generations to come. In Generation to Generation parent, author, and youth ministry expert Wayne Rice challenges parents to embrace their role as spiritual leaders in their homes and find creative ways to communicate lasting values through family traditions and everyday family routines. He'll also provide tips for leading family devotions that won't make kids groan and ideas for encouraging your children to grow in faith during their teen years and beyond. This session will provide tips for you as leaders to take home to the parents in your church to help them embrace their role as spiritual leaders at home. Learn More

In the gospel of Luke, 12 verses tell the story of Jesus in the temple when he was a tween. More than just an isolated narrative, we at J12 national believe it is the template for a targeted and well-rounded ministry to the almost teenagers in our churches today. In this luncheon, we will unwrap the concept, the strategy, and the materials we have developed to sustain a weekly dynamic ministry to this, too old for this - too young for that, demographic. Learn More

How is faith being formed in the hearts of your children? Join us as we take a close look at spiritually forming environments that the Holy Spirit can use to transform the hearts of our children. Learn More

Ryan Frank presents a fast track titled 9 Things They Didn't Teach Me In College about Children's Ministry. Leadership is tough to learn from a textbook. There are some things you only learn from being in the trenches and getting dirty. Ryan will help newbies and veterans in children's ministry with current issues that both small and large churches face. And, he'll do it with humor, real-life application, and the wisdom that only comes from being a children's pastor for 15 years

This Fast Track was recorded in San Diego, CA
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Kurt Goble presents 3.2.1 Conflict. Conflict within the church can be stressful and taxing. How do you deal with difficult people, tough decisions and emotional situations? Learn to identify specific types of conflict and understand how to approach each one. Learn More

Kurt Goble presents 3.2.1 Conflict. Conflict within the church can be stressful and taxing. How do you deal with difficult people, tough decisions and emotional situations? Learn to identify specific types of conflict and understand how to approach each one. This Breakout was recorded in San Diego at Children's Pastors' Conference 2011. Learn More

Lora Lee Boe presents 6 Keys to Time Management. The proper priorities bring true happiness, joy, delight and an abundant life. What more could we ask, especially when we add the love and presence of God. Come and learn some surprisingly simple ways to streamline your schedule and yet accomplish more. This Breakout was recorded in San Diego at Children's Pastors' Conference 2011. Learn More

Ryan Frank presents a fast track titled 9 Things They Didn't Teach Me In College about Children's Ministry. Leadership is tough to learn from a textbook. There are some things you only learn from being in the trenches and getting dirty. Ryan will help newbies and veterans in children's ministry with current issues that both small and large churches face. And, he'll do it with humor, real-life application, and the wisdom that only comes from being a children's pastor for 15 years

This Fast Track was recorded in Orlando, FL
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Nella Uitvlugt presents Autism and Your Church. How can you effectively include children with Autism in your children's ministry? The focus of this breakout will be on strategies and ideas for inclusion. Many of these ideas will be good for those children who do not have ASD. This Breakout was recorded in San Diego at Children's Pastors' Conference 2011. Learn More

Nella Uitvlugt presents Autism and Your Church. How can you effectively include children with Autism in your children's ministry? The focus of this breakout will be on strategies and ideas for inclusion. Many of these ideas will be good for those children who do not have ASD. Learn More

Larry Fowler presents a fast track titled Awana Children's Pastor Mini-College. This session is for those who have Awana in their church or plan to. In five mini-courses, you will learn the five best things you can do to help your Awana ministry have maximum impact. Larry Fowler has seen over one thousand different Awana clubs and can help you sort through the challenges that you face in using your clubs to achieve your church's mission. He'll move your heart, stimulate your mind, and fill your hands with tools to take home! Learn More

Gloria S. Lee presents Awesome Anytime Activities for Preschoolers. They are easy to prepare - every volunteer's dream; but they are also fun and engaging - every preschoolers' dream; kid's lives will be changed - and that is your dream. Get fresh new lesson ideas where every activity has a purpose and preschoolers are engaged and encouraged to see God in their everyday experiences. In addition, experience ways to help preschoolers connect with each other. Learn More

Gloria S. Lee presents Awesome Anytime Activities for Preschoolers. They are easy to prepare - every volunteer's dream; but they are also fun and engaging - every preschoolers' dream; kid's lives will be changed - and that is your dream. Get fresh new lesson ideas where every activity has a purpose and preschoolers are engaged and encouraged to see God in their everyday experiences. In addition, experience ways to help preschoolers connect with each other. This Breakout was recorded in San Diego at Children's Pastors' Conference 2011. Learn More