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VBS Helps Your Church Play the Long Game in a Kid’s Life

Written by our friends at Amazing Life. This is a paid partnership. Some statistics make church leaders want to panic. You’ve probably seen them. Stats about kids walking away from church. Stats about Gen Z and faith. Stats about families attending less often than they…

You’re More Than “Just A _____”

“I’m just a Sunday school teacher.” “I’m just a kidmin leader.” “I’m just a Wednesday night volunteer.” Ever said that before? So have we. Here’s the truth: that statement is a lie. It can be tempting to diminish what you do. Sometimes we think that…

Are They Hiding God’s Word in Their Hearts?

Written by our friends at Tyndale. This is a paid partnership. Let’s be honest, Scripture memorization can be difficult and boring for adults, let alone for kids. Even if they do memorize the words of Scripture, is it really hidden in their hearts? Do they…

Striving for Faithful Obedience (Not Perfection) This Summer

This week marks the beginning of summer break for the schools in my county. Summer is a season of transition for most of us; often in our ministries, and sometimes in our personal lives too. Our family has already felt it. We moved our oldest…

Purpose Over Pedigree: You Are Called to Lead

Written by Crystal Mazzuca with Lifeway Kids. This is a paid partnership. What led you to serving in kids ministry? Did you have a moment when you felt God pressing a passion and desire on your heart? Did you start serving faithfully and, over time,…

VBS Outreach: 3 Tips to Engage Your Church and Community

VBS is often the loudest, messiest, and most high-energy week on the church calendar, but its true value extends far beyond the crafts and catchy songs. More than just a summer program, VBS serves as a vital bridge between the sanctuary and the sidewalk. It…

4 Steps to Help Outreach Bloom

Think of the most beautiful garden you’ve ever seen. You likely know that gardens take time and substantial effort to grow. You cannot put one day into a garden and expect immaculate results months later. Establishing a healthy, thriving garden does not happen by accident….

How to Choose the Best Children’s Ministry Curriculum

This article was written by The Ministry Spark Team from David C Cook. This is a paid partnership. Choosing Your Best Curriculum Anyone who has served in children’s ministry knows how important it is to have the right curriculum. Ministry leaders need curriculum they trust,…

3 Ways to Make It Easy for People to Come to Jesus

This article was guest written by Lindsey Bush. A few years ago, I came across a scripture that gave me renewed perspective on welcoming families to our church community. The scripture contains the words of Jesus’ brother, James, at a crucial time in the early church. A…