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Children's Church Curriculum: 2022's Top 5

Wondering which children's church curriculum would best suit your Sunday school? This resource covers a carefully selected list of the top 5 children’s curriculums. Updated for 2022. ✓ Read now!

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Partnering with parents has become an expected phrase in the church. Most ministries would admit to trying their hardest to create a bond between the parents of their church and the kids of their church. But if they were honest, many of those ministries would admit that it is much easier said than done.

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6 Top Tips For Ministering To Middle Schoolers

Kids in middle school are in a unique position in their development. They are not yet affected by the rapid growing up that high school introduces, but they are usually eager and ready to think critically. Teach middle schoolers by encompassing the best of both worlds.

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Tips to Help You Navigate Unrealistic Expectations in Your Job

Settling into a new job is often overwhelming. As we navigate the new norms and workplace culture, we have to find our place within the pre-existing formation. On top of that, there is pressure to perform well, make a good impression, and make connections with co-workers too. There’s no wonder it can all feel a bit stressful sometimes.

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How to Smoothly Quit or Leave a Church Position

Quitting a job is never easy. It is uncomfortable, awkward, and guilt-inducing for many people, which is why so many stay in jobs they hate for years. A little bit of workplace annoyance is normal, but if you start to dread going to work or feel helpless in your position, it is time to reconsider.

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Why Your Church Needs a Leader More Than It Needs a Pastor or Preacher

Every church needs a pastor or a preacher. The importance of having a leading figure who guides sermons and worship cannot be understated. Without a central leader, every church would risk falling into disarray.

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6 Ways to Show Appreciation for Volunteers

Enthusiastic volunteers are the backbone of every church. Without them, who would help with the running of events, kids’ ministry classes, and even the church's social media accounts? As most churches cannot afford to have all of these roles manned by people in paid positions, volunteers are essential.

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How to Do a Virtual VBS

Do you ever feel like there just isn't enough time during a Sunday school session to really get the message across to kids? By embracing the free time that students have during their holidays, you can help to strengthen their individual bonds with God, through an engaging and exciting vacation bible school.

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Free Children's Sermons Activities

Bring your sermons for kids to life with fun and exciting activities to complement them. Little learners need to experience the Bible in digestible chunks, so regular sermons won’t do the trick. Instead, use kid-friendly sermon activities like object lessons that will make the central message of the sermon more relatable.

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How Well is Your Church Mobilizing Teens and Young People?

The mobilization of young people in church ministry isn’t something we consider often. As most of us have countless issues on our ministry to-do list that seem far more pressing than encouraging teens to volunteer, we can accidentally neglect the experiences of those who do. Mobilizing teens gets pushed to the wayside, and most ministries are just happy to take the volunteers they can get.

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Are There Some Programs You Need to Prune from Your Ministry?

Church ministry is a dynamic and ever-changing thing, much like a living organism. To optimize the functioning of our church, we must regularly reassess, refresh, and recreate our church environment. In the same way that we take our secateurs out from the garden shed once a year to prune our rose bushes, we must do the same to our ministry programs.

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Top Bible Verses About Children

Kids are a blessing. They bring a light of innocence and joy wherever they go, and they can see things in a simple, unclouded way. Children are innocent and receptive to God, and we must guide them towards Him. Bible scriptures about children focus on their sweet nature and show us that children have a special place in Jesus’s heart.

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Teaching the 10 Commandments of God in Your Children's Ministry

The Ten Commandments represent the moral guidebook that Christians follow. Although you can easily find the story in the Exodus section of the Bible, this version is not exactly child-friendly as it is difficult to understand. But as it is such a vital part of the Christian story, it is important to teach it to young kids as a part of their Sunday school education.

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Ways to Support Your Community When Tragedy or a Crisis Strikes

Some of the darkest moments are here to show us what is possible when we come together. When tragedy strikes, we help our neighbors and support our community to help everyone get through these tough times together. Crises often bring people closer to God, as He is our rock and guiding light.

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How to Effectively Use Instagram for Your Church

Creating your first church social media strategy can feel overwhelming. With Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and more to consider – where do you even start? Taking it step-by-step is the best way to break it down into manageable pieces. So, start with a plan and then execute it week by week. Easy, right?

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25 Kids’ Worship Songs to Teach in Your Kids' Ministry

What better way to breathe life into your kids' ministry curriculum than with some fun and exciting children’s worship songs? Children love having the chance to sing and dance, so harness that energy into a practical learning experience with kids’ Christian songs that have a wholesome message.

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Over 100 of The Best Bible Memory Verses for Kids

The Bible is the most influential book of all time. It is a guidebook for life and one children should be exposed to at an early age. Reading the bible is an incredible way to deepen your relationship with the Lord and gain a greater understanding of the love between God and his people.

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How to Navigate the Early Days of a New Ministry Position

You’re starting a new job, which brings with it new responsibilities and exciting opportunities. First impressions are everything, so make sure to let everyone know you take the job seriously from day one to set you off on the right foot. Start as you mean to go on by setting a high standard for yourself.

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Mother's Day Sunday School Lessons

Make the most of this special chance to honor the most important women in our lives—our mothers. Use these children’s Sunday school lessons for Mother’s Day to help your students realize the value of their parents. Once they do, they will appreciate and love their moms even more than they already do.

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Combating Self-Sabotage as a Leader

Have you ever had a fast-approaching deadline, but rather than completing it, you switch on Netflix? Do you ever turn down exciting opportunities because they would push you too far out of your comfort zone? You may not realize it, but these are self-sabotaging behaviors.

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The Top 10 Kids Ministry Curriculum Resources You Need to Know About

Selecting the right resources for your kids ministry is vital to boosting your kids’ engagement and interest in learning about God and the Bible. With a plethora of resources out there, finding the right places to look can be challenging, which is why we have gathered a list of the top 10 kids ministry curriculum resources that you need to know about. Read on to find out what your kids ministry has been missing!

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How to Develop a "Be Present" Mindset for Small Group Leaders

Being a small group leader is no easy feat. Not only do you have a responsibility to lead your small group in a positive and supportive way, but you also have to better yourself simultaneously. When done right and embraced fully, this role is incredibly rewarding.

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Best Kids Ministry Curriculum for Small Churches

When it comes to leading a kids ministry, having a small group need not be a drawback. In fact, the benefits of small groups in church are great, as volunteers can build a closer relationship with young church-goers while also monitoring their learning more effectively to ensure that they are confident in their knowledge of their faith.

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From Event-Driven Ministry to Relational Ministry Using a Small Group Model

Church events are a great time to connect and have fun. Most of us love an excuse to get together and catch up, so doing that at the same time as practicing your faith is ideal. There is ample opportunity to celebrate together at church, from prayer meetings and Bible study groups to potluck lunches and fundraisers.

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Establish a Dynamic Relationship Between Parents and Small Group Leaders

Parents lead the way for children, lighting a path in front of them and guiding their lives. So naturally, they are the most important figures in their children’s lives. But, the time they spend with the church is vital too as a supplementary force.

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40 Bible Trivia Questions for Kids

Help your younger students study and play all at once with a Bible quiz for kids! Fun Bible trivia is the best way to let kids test their knowledge of the Bible without it feeling like a chore. If you successfully make it a fun activity, they won’t even feel like it's studying!

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Bible Memory Verses for Kids

Is memorizing the Bible a priority for you and your kids? It should be! Knowing important passages of the Bible by heart can change your perception of the world, as they will learn that God is with them every step of the way. So, why not start them young, and get your kids to join in the memorizing fun? With the help of memory verses, your kid could commit Scripture to their long-term memory in no time.

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How to Measure Your Church's Social Media Efforts

Nowadays, everything has a social media account. From your favorite restaurant to your local bank, every single type of business or organization has a social media presence. So, why should churches be any different? If you are reading this, you have probably decided to start the process.

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Making Your Church's Easter Visitors Feel Welcome

On Easter Sunday and the significant days surrounding it, you can expect to see more visitors at your church than ever before. As church attendance sees a sharp spike, it is crucial to make the most of it so that people will return time and time again. The best way to do this is to genuinely and compassionately welcome visitors to the church.

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10 Palm Sunday Bible Activities

Easter is almost upon us, so make sure you are ready to spread the joy within your kids' ministry. The best way to do this? Make sure you have a fun selection of Palm Sunday activities for kids at the ready to keep them all entertained. Diversity of choice is the most effective way of appealing to all your students, so they don’t get bored of repeating activities.

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5 Kids Sunday School Lessons for Palm Sunday

Easter is one of the most important times of the year for Christians, and Palm Sunday is the day it all began. Keeping a selection of interesting Sunday school lessons at the ready will make sure that your young learners are engaged and eager to pray as much as they celebrate. While there is all that time for fun and celebration over the Easter season, it's important not to get so lost in the Easter egg hunts and chocolate that you forget the true meaning of the celebration.

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Job Description Templates for Kids’ Pastors

A kids’ pastor in a church ministry typically works with children from infancy through 5th or 6th grade. Their primary role is to manage and lead programs that minister to young children and their families through education, activities, and counseling. Some of a kids’ pastor’s duties include preparing weekly sermons, preaching, and conducting worship services. In addition, it’s a kid’s pastor’s responsibility to interpret Scripture for the congregation and provide care and counseling to church members and assist them in crises.

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Interview Questions for a Kids Ministry Director

The hunt for a great children’s ministry director can be a long process, as naturally, you want to find the person who is the best fit. After posting your job description online, you’ll have to sift through numerous resumes to find your top candidates, and we recommend inviting them in for an interview before you make the final decision.

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How to Strengthen the Relationship with Parents in Your Church

Your church is a community. It is a safe space for all who attend, offering the opportunity for support, friendship, and care. Kids’ ministry is a central element of any church, no matter how big or small. But how does it connect with the parents? Bridging the gap between children’s ministry and adult ministry can be tough, as churches traditionally view them as two separate entities. Not any more.

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What Needs to be Renewed in Your Ministry This Spring

It's time to give your kids' ministry some much-needed TLC and take your Sunday school lessons to the next level. Set the scene for success for the rest of the year by taking a close look at how you're running your children’s ministry curriculum. From the quality of your volunteers to the happiness of your students, consider everything for a full upgrade.

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How to Educate and Train Volunteers on the Curriculum You are Using

Church volunteers are the backbone of any kids' ministry, but having a hardworking team is only half of the story. Providing your workers with adequate training will have a massive impact on how effective the Sunday school lessons will be. Kids can sense how confident your team is, and it will have a big impact on how powerful the classes are.

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How to Welcome Families to Your Church This Easter

Second only to Christmas, Easter is one of the busiest holidays of the year for the Church. This incredible time of year brings us countless causes for celebration and worship? At Easter, it's likely that new families are visiting for the first time, so make sure you go the extra mile so that the colors of your church shine through.

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How to Get Kids to Talk About Faith in Their Small Group

A good children’s ministry curriculum will use a mixture of large group activities alongside more personal small group sessions. Offering a safe space for kids to open up and share their thoughts and feelings is crucial as kids embark on their journey toward a life built on faith.

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Kids Ministry Curriculum
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Does Your Curriculum Prepare Kids for Life After High School?

Children change a massive amount throughout their school lives. But, leaving high school can still come as an overwhelming shock. Suddenly, they have more choices to make, more risks to avoid, and more temptation to fight than ever before. When at high school, it’s easy to feel like the biggest, most important thing in the world. Upon leaving, you realize the world is more vast than you ever knew.

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Top 7 Church Leadership Development Resources

Ready to take the Christian leadership skills in your church to the next level? Church development resources will get you there. The notion that every ministry should have access to the resources needed to elevate and disciple their team of leaders has resulted in a plethora of free church leadership resources becoming available to churches everywhere.

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Tips on How to Use Twitter for Your Ministry

These days, everyone is on social media. From Twitter and TikTok to Instagram and Facebook, social media platforms are the new way to share information fast. If you use the right hashtags to target your posts, you could reach thousands of viewers at just the click of a button. Managing your church's social media channels well will mean great things for your community!

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How to Use the Parent Cue App

Our increasingly digital world seems to "birth" new gadgets and apps on a daily basis. While many parents frown upon internet usage by their children, numerous brands and companies now develop programs that are entertaining as well as educational to young ones. One example is the Parent Cue App which helps parents provide a learning tool to their children that helps them grow in their faith. Unlike playing a video game, using this app is informative and fun for kids of all ages. Read on to learn more!

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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The Kids in My Ministry Don’t Consistently Show Up. How Can I Change That?

You’ve planned an exciting day of lessons, the resources are prepared, and you are ready to teach your kids about God. But, only a few kids actually show up. It’s disheartening, and you feel unmotivated to keep up the same energy in your future classes.

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How to Prepare for the Return of Church Conference Season

Are you ready for the return of church conference season? It is fast approaching, and properly preparing will help you get the most out of it. Conferences are a brilliant way to expand your knowledge, network with like-minded people, and strengthen your relationship with God.

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How to Lead Your Children’s Ministry: Strategy Curriculum Vs. Topical

Leading a kids ministry is no easy feat, and it can feel like there is an endless amount of organizing to do, resources to gather, and energy to bring to the table. While there are countless curriculum options available, this can make the decision-making process feel overwhelming.

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How to Use Facebook for Your Ministry

Setting up a Facebook account is simple enough. However, making it a popular site with high levels of engagement is a different story altogether. With online algorithms affecting how many views a particular post gets, trending hashtags, and more, working out how to say the right thing online can be overwhelming.

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Should Your Church or Ministry Have an Email Newsletter?

Keeping the sense of community alive in your congregation is vital for a lively and dynamic atmosphere. There are countless different ways to do this, from creating an app to hosting regular events. But, something sets the email newsletter apart from other methods: email is consistent, accessible, and reliable.

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Our 20 Favorite Podcasts For Ministry Leaders to Subscribe To

A decade ago, podcasts were a fun novelty. Today, it seems like everyone has their own podcast. There are nearly endless podcasts on every subject—especially important ones like children and student ministry.

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Best Free VBS Curriculums

Do you want to provide a fun and informative vacation Bible school for the kids of your community, but are working within a budget? You have come to the right place! We have compiled a list of our favorite free Bible school curriculums out there. From virtual Bible school options to in-person plans, you can find a free Bible school curriculum that will breathe life and excitement into your VBS. Read on to learn more about our top 11 picks, ranging from a few days to a few weeks in length.

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Establishing a Clear Follow-Up Process in Your Church's Leadership

Recruiting new members to your church is something every church is looking for. A clear follow-up process is crucial when extending the church net and seeking new attendees. If you have guests who come along to see what your church is about but never come back again, the chances are your follow-up process needs to be tweaked.

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Best VBS Offerings for 2022

It’s time for vacation, and that means one thing for kids’ ministry—vacation Bible school! Bringing an exciting opportunity to amp up learning experiences and reach more students than ever before, VBS makes learning about God fun for everyone. Allowing you to dig deeper into certain themes and get creative with your activities, learning during the summer months means more time with the church!

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How to Make Your Church's Website Effective

Building an online presence for your church community is necessary in today’s world. Having a website provides a platform for you to highlight upcoming events, share important news, and welcome new church members too. Think about it: if you had just moved to a new area and were looking for a church, the first thing you would do is search online.

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The Best Easter Bible Stories for Kids Ministries

While many young Sunday school members may be vaguely familiar with the Easter story, it is often effective to break down Bible stories into smaller portions when ministering to kids.

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The Best Easter Curriculum For Your Children’s Ministry

The very basis of our faith revolves around the Easter story, so planning your kid’s ministry curriculum in advance is vital to ensure that you can effectively educate young Christians about the importance of celebrating this very special occasion.

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Casting a Vision for Your Church in 2022

One of the most important things a church can do is share its vision with the rest of the world. It can do this by encouraging others to see the light of Christ in their lives and live according to His grace. Sharing the Word of God is a vital role of the church—this is something we can all agree on!

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How to Manage Your Time Better in 2022

There is no time like the present to turn over a new leaf and start improving your time management skills. Whether in the workplace or leisure, we frequently let chunks of time slip through our fingers without knowing how we have done it. Don’t worry though; there are some foolproof ways of stopping this from happening.

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Establishing Healthy Boundaries as a Leader

Every sector of your church needs a leader to help it run smoothly. That means, being a church leader is no easy task. It invites many challenges and obstacles that must be overcome.

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How To Encourage Newcomers To Keep Coming Back To Your Church

A steady influx of newcomers is key to keeping your church growing and thriving. But this can be tough because many people stay in their church community their entire lives. Make sure your church is open and welcoming to any potential newbies, and boost your attendance while keeping your congregation fresh and dynamic.

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Six Benefits of Volunteering at Your Church

Have you been considering signing up as a volunteer at your church? We are here to tell you that you should do it! With countless physical, mental, and spiritual benefits shown from volunteering your time, it’s hard to think of a reason not to.

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Organizing Your Workspace for a Productive Year

Every new year brings new goals, resolutions, hopes, and dreams. Most of us base these on making our time count by being productive and getting things done.

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Our 12 Favorite Orange Conference Breakouts and 5 Ways to Maximize Each Experience

If you work long enough in kids or student ministry, you’ll eventually hear about the Orange Conference. That’s mostly because it’s one of the best ministry conferences that happens each year.

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18 Words of Encouragement for Your Team at the Start of the New Year

Every new year brings a fresh new start. It offers us an invaluable moment of reflection and re-evaluation, helping us to keep on track. Incorporating this positivity in your kids' ministry can have an incredible impact on morale, enthusiasm, and more! Plus, lifting each other up is a central part of what it means to be a Christian — spiritual words of encouragement can have a profound impact.

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How to Make Personal Growth Changes That Stick: 5 Tactics

Choosing to change your habits or lifestyle can be challenging, as these are deeply ingrained in the way we live our lives. As Christians, we are constantly seeking new ways to better ourselves. Doing God’s work is no easy feat, and we must push to do more for the world every single day.

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4 Self-Assessment Questions for Church Leaders

Taking time to reflect on your performance as a team leader can offer a lot of room for personal growth. Not only that, it can provide insight on ways to improve processes as a whole. The main challenge is mentally placing yourself in an objective position to be able to assess yourself effectively. And this isn’t always easy.

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The Top 5 VBS Lessons for Your Children's Ministry

Vacation Bible School, otherwise known as VBS, provides an opportunity for churches to minister to children during the summer months in a new way—which encourages a stronger relationship with God, while also offering days of fun for young Christians. An extension of Sunday school, VBS usually involves Bible studies, coupled with exciting activities such as games, crafts, and worship through song.

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Top 7 Easter Sunday School Lessons

Easter is fast approaching, so make sure you are prepared with some fun and exciting lessons for your kids’ ministry. Spend this special time of year teaching your students about the sacrifice Christ made for us all on the cross, using a diverse selection of activities.

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15 Fun Easter Songs for Sunday School

Incorporating exciting songs into your Sunday school lessons is a wonderful way to keep kids engaged. Don’t let your kids' church lessons become boring or repetitive; let your students sing their hearts out with some catchy Sunday school Easter songs!

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How Your Ministry Can Help Children Learn How to Pray

Prayer is among the most crucial elements of a healthy spiritual life. However, prayer can also be among the most forgotten and overlooked daily habits. Your church ministry has the opportunity to help kids learn how to pray and practice prayer regularly.

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Top 6 Bible Skits for Kids

Looking for ways to revamp your kids' ministry? Why not plan some fun Sunday school lessons with exciting Bible story skits!

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Top 10 Bible Movies for Kids of All Ages

As the most read book of all time, it is no surprise that the Holy Bible has inspired countless artistic depictions. Watching exciting versions of classic biblical stories on the big screen is a great way to add an extra dimension to your kids' church lessons.

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3 Free Sunday School Lessons

Planning your weekly ministry for children but running out of ideas for how to keep kids engaged? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Sunday school lessons are best received when paired with fun games and diverse activities.

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The Best Kids Sunday School Games

One of the best things about Sunday school is playing Bible games. Kids' Bible games are fun, engaging, and teach about the Word of God. To provide you with some ideas that you can easily incorporate into your Sunday school curriculum, we’ve come up with a list of the best Sunday school games for kids.

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The 10 Best Bible Stories for Children’s Church Curriculum

The Bible is full of stories — primarily because stories communicate a clear message to people regardless of their time in history, geographic location, or age. Jesus taught in parables during His ministry on Earth because He knew these narratives would connect with His audience at the time, and still be relevant to us today.

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The Top 21 Christian Apps You Didn’t Know You Needed

It feels like there’s a new app or online software being offered every single day, and it can feel impossible to keep up. That’s why we have compiled this list of our favorite religious apps for Android, iPhone, Amazon, and more.

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Theology and the Place of Music in Worship

The power of music cannot be understated. From jingles used in commercials to theatrical productions, music catches people’s attention and draws them in. What is the role of music in church, though? Hymns are a central part of church services, but what purpose does it serve?

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What Are The Best Orange Apps Available?

These days, almost everything is controlled through an app — the music we listen to, the messages we send, the photos we share. So, why not the way we guide our ministry?

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How To Create a Kids Ministry That Is Effective and Fun

Introducing God to a child is essential for creating a faithful life from early on. The best way to do this is through children’s ministry, a place where kids get together to learn about the gospel and form a relationship with God.

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How to Go Virtual with Your Children’s Ministry

Recent years have seen a big push toward staying safe at home, and this has affected church attendance too. Don’t let that limit the reach of your kids' ministry by going virtual instead.

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Best Vertical Signage Options for Church

Capturing the eye of those who pass your church, vertical signage options are a brilliant way to draw newcomers in. While it is easy for buildings to all blur together as unexceptional and uniform, a bold and colorful sign will attract attention.

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How Can I Create More Excitement Around My Kids Ministry?

Do you feel as though your ministry is stuck in a rut with its kids' church lessons? If the atmosphere begins to feel stale and the kids stop paying attention, it might be time to spruce up the content of your children’s ministry curriculum.

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In Review Orange Apps: Parent Cue

You may have heard about Orange apps transforming the way that ministries are being organized. With a specific app for parents and one for small group leaders, these ministry apps are building more communication bridges between ministries and families than ever before.

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How to Choose Your Church Software Provider

As online church software becomes more and more popular, a lot of us are considering taking the plunge. With known benefits like improved efficiency and organization, it is becoming the more obvious choice. But, where do you begin?

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My Kids Ministry Team Is Tired All The Time. Why?

Teaching God’s Word to children of any age takes training, dedication and seemingly infinite patience. If you’ve been involved in kids ministry for any length of time, you’ll understand that on a deep level.

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The Top 10 Kids Ministry Curriculum Resources You Need to Know About

With a plethora of childrens ministry resources out there, finding the right places to look can be challenging. That's why we've gathered a list of the top 10 kids ministry curriculum resources you need to know about. Read on to find out what your kids ministry has been missing!

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The Best Sunday School Video Lessons

Ministering to children can be challenging, as many young Christians may be unsure about why they attend church or are unaware of the importance of their relationship with God. Family church videos can be the perfect learning aid.

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Grant Glas

Job Description Templates for Church IT, Production, AVL

Each staff member and volunteer in a church contributes to the growth of the congregation and the strength of the community. To help you fill the roles in church IT, production, and audio-visual departments, we have created job description templates to attract the right people.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
By
Grant Glas

Hiring a Children's Ministry Director? Here Are Some Job Description Ideas

Writing a job description for your children’s ministry director position doesn’t have to be difficult. There are a variety of different templates you can personalize for use in your church.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
By
Robert Carnes

Why Can't I Find Any New Volunteers For Kids Ministry?

Finding reliable volunteers is a challenge. Most churches and ministry leaders seem to be in constant need of more help. But why is that? Why aren’t more people volunteering within the church, especially for kids ministry?

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Chris Holland

I Get Calls From Volunteers After Hours. Can I Stop This?

Leading your volunteers with support and kindness is vitally important to keeping a happy and enthusiastic team. However, there can come a time when lines become blurred.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
By
Grant Glas

10 Best Practices for Planning, Leading, and Promoting Events at Your Church

Putting on events at your church can be a great way to build connections between your community members, and recruit new ones too. They take a lot of planning, so make sure you’re prepared with these 10 practices.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Grant Glas

10 Volunteer Job Descriptions for Family Ministry

Building up a team of dedicated and inspiring volunteers is crucial within family ministry. But, how can you make sure that your volunteers believe in the importance of the children’s ministry curriculum?

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Church Software
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Robert Carnes

4 Reasons Your Ministry Doesn’t Need a Church App (And 3 You Might)

Are apps worth it for churches? Should we invest the time and money into creating a smartphone app that might go viral, or be completely ignored?

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Kids Ministry Leadership
By
Grant Glas

Top Kids Movies to Use in Your Children's Ministry

Playing movies in your kids' church lessons can be a great way to reward them for hard work or give them a break after a busy period. This list outlines the top 4 movies to show and how you can frame them in a way that centralizes Christian values.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Grant Glas

7 Gift Ideas for First-Time Families to Your Church

You might be worried that the cost of gifts could add up, but don’t worry – we have plenty of church gift ideas that won’t break the bank! Read on to learn more about our top 7 church visitor gift ideas.

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Church Software
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Robert Carnes

Text Messaging: An Engagement Guide for Church Ministries

The beauty of digital marketing for your church is the wide range of platforms you have at your disposal. Your website is versatile. Email marketing is reliable. Social media is fun. These all combine into a comprehensive communication strategy for getting out the word about your church.

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How to Use Playlister
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Grant Glas

Top 5 Tools Kidmins Need to Make Their Sundays Go Easier

We have created a list of the top 5 tools that every Kids Ministry team has been missing – read on to learn how to transform your Sunday school.

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Church Software
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Grant Glas

5 Tips for Using Planning Center at Your Church

Planning Center conveniently combines every aspect of a church’s scheduling and communicating logistics, it is a must-have for ministries looking to optimize their Sunday Service.

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Kids Ministry Curriculum
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Grant Glas

Best Children’s Ministry Curriculum for Each Age Group

We have compiled a list of the best children’s ministry curriculum options for each age group, starting from preschool, and going all the way up to teens/young adults. Read on to learn more about the key elements that each age group needs.