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More Than Managing Behavior: Best Education Practices to Use in Children’s Ministry
Whatever your wish list is when it comes to handling challenging behavior in your ministry, here is some great news: God provides, and there is a whole field in Education dedicated to addressing behaviors in children. This article will outline some of the best practices in…
10 Reasons Short-Term Curriculum Works for Small Churches 
This article is for the small church leader who is contemplating the wins and opportunities for this coming year especially when it comes to discipleship through weekly lessons, particularly through short-term curriculum for small churches. Here are the 10 reasons short-term curriculums might be a…
INCM Leadership Update
Michayla White has resigned from her position as CEO effective June 2. Michayla has served on the staff of INCM for nearly 9 years. She took leadership of the ministry in 2017 and brought new passion, vision, and health to INCM. In her almost 9…
A Biblical Definition of Worship for Kids
I have a dream that one day every church leader will champion worship to happen in the disciples they are making. We champion giving, missions, and serving but oftentimes, are less than enthusiastic or passionate about encouraging songs of the redeemed to rise up and be…
Growing Strong Kids Through Spiritual Practices
This post was written by Cera Talamantes, a member of the INCM Blog team. Christian Spiritual Practices are habits that help people grow their spiritual muscles stronger and create the opportunity to come closer to God – internally and externally – as they mature in…
From Overwhelmed to On Top: How to Handle Children’s Ministry Money Like A Rockstar
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your children’s ministry budget? You’re not alone! Children’s Ministry budgeting can be a challenge, no matter how long you’ve been in ministry. Maybe you are new in Children’s Ministry and have no idea what to do with the budget…
Helping Hurting Kids Learn and Heal From Trauma
The word “trauma” arises more and more often among communities invested in caring for children. It is a heartbreaking reality of our world – two out of three kids will experience at least one traumatic event during their childhood. These events have devastating effects on…
Good Friday Goodbye, Easter Hello
“It was just before the Passover Festival. Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.” John 13:1 Today on Good…
Ask 3 Questions to Reach Every Family in Your Community
This is a guest post by Jen Edwards, a kid’s ministry coach and consultant. The families in your church matter, and so do the families outside your church.  God has positioned you and the church you are in to uniquely serve the families around you…
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