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by Amy Fenton Lee It is not uncommon to have a child participating in the typical the children’s ministry environment that exhibits behaviors associated with autism. Oftentimes the child’s parents have not alerted the kidmin team of any diagnosed difference or disability.  Inevitably, the child’s teachers and ministry leaders deliberate whether or not they should […]
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by Karen Apple “Talk, talk, talk. I have more interesting things to do than sit here and listen. I have got places to go and things to do,” thought one four year old. “Look, there is a bug on the wall. Wish I had a jar to…..” Jonathan’s wayward thoughts snapped back to the Bible
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by Philip Biles A successful Children’s Ministry is one that is constantly growing in every way. We want to make sure that God’s love is communicated in tangible ways while fostering an environment where kids and their families can become passionate followers of Jesus Christ. As we strive to make this happen in a safe
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by Karen Bransgrove What’s the harm in serving a little snack? After all, the children are getting a little restless and placing food before them seems like a great idea to take up some time. Nothing wrong with that, right? Before we use the privilege of serving snacks or drinks to the children in our
by Karen Apple LOVE | LEARNING | WORSHIP The story of Moses begins as a “baby’s story” but continues as a story of rescue for a nation. The story of Jesus begins as a “baby’s story,” but continues as a story of redemption for the world. Hold a baby, hold the future. Nurture a baby,
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by Loralee Boe The situation: You have children in every classroom and everything is humming along smoothly. Wait, there is a small group of parents gathered and whispering. Your “problem” radar goes off and you greet them with a smile. “Anything I can do?” Three voices start talking at the same time….. “There is a
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by Jamie Doyle Bend – v. –Â To change an average experience into an unforgettable moment by applying unrelenting effort. EXPERIENCES …kids remember them! You cannot remember everything – but, I guarantee that you remember experiences that you have had through your life. And as you recall them, details come together that you never would have
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by Pat Verbal As a children’s pastor, I always enjoyed visiting classrooms. Our teachers often surprised me with a new, creative display or learning activity. Sometimes I would slip into a chair in the back of the classroom to watch the children’s reactions. On one occasion, the four-year-old class was engaged in a story circle,
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by Kurt Goble The chaos is organized. The spontaneity is planned. The lesson is prepped. But your preteens will not notice. They will be too busy having a blast during this experimental lesson in resolving conflict. Preteens love the spontaneity and excitement of this event. This is one of my favorite preteen events. The sleepover
Gender Wars: The Ultimate Preteen Sleepover! Read More »
by Dale Hudson Last month I shared insight about ministering to children who are fearful or anxious because of a disaster that happened somewhere else. This month I want to talk about ministering to children and families who have been directly effected by a disaster. These are tips you can share with parents and kidmin
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