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Children's Church Curriculum: 2023'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 2023. ✓ Read now!

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Jesse Wisnewski

How to Manage Church Volunteers During the Christmas Period

Discover practical and effective strategies for managing your church volunteers this Christmas season, like scheduling, training, and appreciating your volunteers.

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Mallory Dillon

How to Stay Sane Over Christmas

Discover essential Christmas self-care tips for mental well-being during the holiday rush and maintain a positive environment for your church.

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Bobby Ikebudu

How to Use Technology to Enhance Your Church’s Christmas Services

Step into the future this Christmas by leveraging the latest church technology to elevate your worship services for a holiday service experience like no other.

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Grant Glas

How to Prepare Your Church's IT Systems for the Christmas Season

Ensure your church's IT readiness this festive season with our guide on hardware upgrades, church software, backup systems, and more to elevate your Christmas services.

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Evan Rodecap

10 Ideas for Church Christmas Decorations

Discover creative and uplifting church Christmas decorations to adorn your church.

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Chris Holland

What is Hyfi Lifeway Curriculum and How Can it Benefit You?

Explore Hyfi Lifeway curriculum, a pivotal tool for contemporary Christian education. Discover its benefits & how it can transform your teaching!

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Jesse Wisnewski

How to Prepare Your Church Website for Christmas

Step into the festive season with confidence with our essential tips, ensuring your church website remains a beacon of trust amidst the holiday cheer.

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Jesse Wisnewski

The 20 Best Church Podcasts for Church Leaders in 2023

Stay updated with the latest insights on church leadership by tuning into the best church podcasts of 2023, covering a broad spectrum from church news to ministry leadership.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Jesse Wisnewski

Children's Ministry Leadership: Balancing Priorities in Today's Churches

Learn how to prioritize your spiritual growth, your team, and your ministry responsibilities in a harmonious way to shape impactful services.

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Jesse Wisnewski

The Top 7 Scheduling Tools for Streamlined Church Ministry

Discover our curated list of the best scheduling tools for church ministries. Simplify administrative tasks, coordinate volunteers, and focus on your mission with these outstanding resources.

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Evan Rodecap

The Ultimate Guide to PC Troubleshooting

Face computer problems at your church head-on with our PC troubleshooting guide, helping you understand common issues and learn easy-to-follow troubleshooting steps.

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Robert Carnes

Prioritizing Church Data Protection

Data is one of the church's most valuable assets, and protecting it should be a priority.

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Lauren Schommer

Making Your Church IT Budget Work For You: A Comprehensive Guide

Uncover simple strategies to help you create an effective budget for church IT that aligns with your ministry's needs and goals. From planning to execution, let Playlister guide you through every step.

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Music as a Form of Prayer: How to Use Song to Connect with God

Transform your spiritual journey by infusing Christian music into your prayer sessions. Explore how songs can enhance your connection with God and enrich your faith.

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Robert Carnes

How to Teach Kids to Pray with a Personalized Prayer Journal

Discover how a personalized prayer journal can encourage and empower your children to deepen their prayer life.

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Chris Holland

10 Essential Tips for Leading a Church Service

Understand the importance of a well-crafted worship plan through our comprehensive guide offering practical tips for leading a church service that connects and uplifts your congregation.

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Robert Carnes

Think Outside The Box: Gifts for Pastors

Discover unique, thoughtful, and personalized pastor gifts sure to make them feel appreciated and loved.

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Inspiring Christian Youth Camp Ideas

Ignite the spirit of Christian fellowship with innovative church camp activities to inspire your church youth camp.

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Evan Rodecap

Why Vision Casting Is Crucial for Church Leadership And Tips On Casting a Vision

Discover the integral role vision casting plays in church leadership and how it can direct and motivate your congregation.

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Collaborate better with Permissions

We're excited to announce the launch of our new collaboration feature: permissions! This add-on feature gives you more control over who can access and edit your playlists and Apple TVs.

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Largest Churches in America 2023: Pioneering the Future of Worship

Large church networks in the United States are some of the largest and most influential entities, both in religious circles and society at large. As we find ourselves in 2023, the largest churches in America continue to evolve, setting the pace in innovative worship practices and community engagement.

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A Guide to Cultivating a Sense of Belonging in Church Small Groups

Cultivate an inclusive community that cares, through your church small groups.

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Jesse Wisnewski

How to Use Technology to Facilitate Small Group Discussions

Hone your small group discussion strategies with the latest church technology available.

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Using Video Curriculum in Small Groups at Church

Video curriculum can be a great way to engage and educate church members in small groups. By using video, you can create an engaging atmosphere that accelerates spiritual growth.

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Jesse Wisnewski

5 Ways to Recruit For Your Church’s Volunteer Program 

No matter the size, denomination, or stage of growth your church is in, chances are you rely heavily on volunteers to make your church’s programs, services and events come together with ease.

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Jesse Wisnewski

How to Use Technology to Make Your Church More Efficient

In this post, we'll discuss some of the most effective ways to use technology to make your church more efficient. We'll also provide some specific examples of how other churches have used technology to improve their operations.

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Jesse Wisnewski

How Churches Can Use Digital Signage to Promote Back-to-School Events, Halloween Events, and Thanksgiving Events

Back-to-school, Halloween, and Thanksgiving are all important times of the year for churches. These are times when churches can reach out to their communities and offer support, fellowship, and fun. Digital signage can be a great way for churches to promote their events and activities during these special times of year.

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Jesse Wisnewski

Exciting Lenten Activities for Families Based in Faith: 13 Fun Things to Do for Lent With Your Kids

Add some spice to your family teachings of Lent by peppering this sacred time with diverse activities for the family. Keep your kids thinking about Jesus and His sacrifices throughout the Lent period in a way that extends beyond the typical lack of chocolate or sweets. Lent for children may feel complex and confusing—activities with the family breaks it down into bite-sized chunks.

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Jesse Wisnewski

Exploring Fellowship in the Bible: The Complete Guide

Fellowship is a word that is hard to avoid, whether you are a devoted Christian or someone who has only brushed shoulders with the church. Without fellowship, churches would lack a sense of community, and congregants would struggle to form a collective sense of identity. You might wonder why this matters, but a solid fellowship is essential for a ministry grounded on trust and inclusion.

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Jesse Wisnewski

The Ultimate Worship Songs List: 100 Incredible Popular Worship Songs

This Christian songs list, complete with 100 of the most classic religious tunes, will stock up your track list for months to come. Adjust your selection based on the style of your sermon, and bring out a deeper emotional connection amongst your congregation.

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Jesse Wisnewski

Nurturing the Next Generation: Top 10 Bible Verses About Kids and Their Importance

The Bible often cites children as gifts from God and blessings to families. Children are a reward and a privilege that require nurturing and guidance to grow into healthy, thriving human beings. Many Bible verses about parenting responsibilities are built on the relationship Jesus has with God and the relationship between God and us.

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Robert Carnes

Connecting with Creation: Exploring Animal Bible Stories in the Bible

Animal Bible stories are a central element of kids' ministry, providing a fun way to share key themes of Christianity. Animals in the Bible are valuable for demonstrating symbolism, so tales for kids represent only one aspect of the story.Join us as we explore a range of stories, from the lions that refused to devour Daniel to the serpent that tempted Adam and Eve into sin. 

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Vacation Bible School Ideas: Engaging Kids with Faith, Fun, and Fellowship

Communities benefit from Vacation Bible Schools, which provide essential education to all. These short-term programs teach Christ-centered values and interpersonal skills using engaging and innovative strategies that bring children to faith. Vacation Bible Schools serve as fantastic community outreach tools, inviting people who don't often attend church to participate, connect with peers, and develop a relationship with Jesus Christ.

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Faith on Display: Bible Verses to Illuminate Your Church Signs

Your church sign is often the first thing your community sees. Whether they are loyal members or just passing by, your church sign makes the first impression—so ensure it's a good one. Focus on using Bible verses for church signs that pique curiosity and inspire, like Scripture-based sayings promoting love and hope.

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Chris Holland

Mastering Church Slide Design: Tips & Best Practices for Effective Visual Communication

Keeping your digital signage fresh and up-to-date is essential at church, but making these slides visually appealing often falls by the wayside. Becoming a master of your worship slides will impress any first-time visitors who walk through your doors while ensuring regular church members stay informed and engaged.

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Chris Holland

Heavenly Laughs: 13 Funny Church Signs

Churches nationwide are embracing humor by incorporating witty remarks into their church signs, and we can't get enough! These amusing church signs introduce a playful element to the typically solemn undertones associated with ministry messages.

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Chris Holland

10 Ways to Engage Younger Church Members and Nurture Their Faith

The role of young adults in the church cannot be understated, which is why many ministries focus on keeping them actively participating. Although methods may vary from church to church, engaging younger church members is relatively straightforward.‍

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Jesse Wisnewski

A Guide to Signage Types: 14 Digital Content Ideas to Engage Your Church

Digital signage can be utilized in a variety of creative ways to deliver meaningful content, facilitate communication, and enhance the overall church experience.

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Jesse Wisnewski

10 Church Leadership Training Ideas for Your Ministry

An essential part of being a good leader is consistently demonstrating the willingness and drive to grow. That’s why Christian leadership training is a must for any ministry—it makes self-development an integral part of your church.

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Using The Gospel Project Videos

The Gospel Project is a curriculum for churches and other Christian organizations that seeks to study the Bible and its central message, the gospel. It is designed to be used by churches of all sizes and denominations and is available in various formats that work well in Playlister.

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7 Reasons Churches Don’t Use Playlister in 2023

Yup, you read that right. We’re discussing why churches cancel, churn, leave, and say goodbye to Playlister. One of our core values at Playlister is Radical Transparency- so we want to be transparent about reasons Playlister may not work for your church.

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The Top 6 Signage Types You Need at Your Church

Getting someone’s attention isn’t easy. During your worship service or events, people are distracted in finding a parking spot, getting to where they’re going, or perhaps thinking about everything going on in their life. This is why the signage types you use are essential to not only getting someone’s attention, but sharing relevant, useful, and timely information.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Jesse Wisnewski

Everything You Need to Know About Being a Children’s Pastor

Do you feel called to serve as a children’s pastor? Let me warn you: This calling isn’t for the faint of heart. I’m not saying this because of the nature of the work involved. No, what I’m thinking about is far more serious than that. Serving as a children’s pastor is serving someone playing a pivotal role in the life of children and their families.

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Chris Holland

5 Key Elements of a Welcoming Church Foyer

Imagine you were visiting your church for the first time. Would you be impressed with how organized the entrance hall is, or would you be discouraged by the ancient-looking furniture in the foyer? Although we hate to admit it, people make snap judgments—and these judgments tend to last.

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Grant Glas

7 Best Sites for Worship Church Background Images

Incorporating church background images in your worship space enhances the visitor experience. You can have fun with your worship background images and even choose a temporary church background to support your sermon — for example, by using Easter background images.

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How Elevation Church uses Playlister

The church started with just a handful of people meeting in a movie theater but has since grown to become one of the largest churches in the United States, with multiple campuses throughout North Carolina and other states.

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Grant Glas

Church Marketing Strategies to Help Grow Your Church

Are your pews beginning to look a little empty on a Sunday morning? You might need to rethink your marketing strategy. The world has shifted to the online realm, and churches across the country are upping their game to stay relevant and attract growth.

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Chris Holland

How to Use Digital Signage for Churches to Create Your Brand

Are you hoping to attract more attendees to your church? This is a common goal, but boosting the participation of your current congregation might be a more pressing issue. Your church may have a sizable membership list, but what does that matter if those members are barely present in your weekly events? Getting your churchgoers involved and active in the church community can be difficult. Our guide to church ideas for branding and engagement can help. 

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Grant Glas

The Ultimate Guide to Live Stream Setup for Large and Small Churches

Live streaming has become an essential tool for churches to connect with their congregation, regardless of their location. It allows members to participate in services and events from the comfort of their own homes, and it also allows churches to reach new members who may not be able to attend in person. In this blog post, we will explore the different live stream setup options for large and small churches, including equipment, software, and best practices.

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How Chase Oaks Church uses Playlister

Chase Oaks, located in Plano, Texas, with thousands of people attending on a Sunday, uses Playlister on their campuses to help with services in several ways.

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Grant Glas

8 Best Children’s Ministry Conferences This Year

As we wave goodbye to 2022 and start planning goals for the coming year, self-improvement is on the minds of many. Are you ready to take your faith to the next level and fine-tune your skills as a kids minister? Attending a church conference is a must! Add it to your list of New Year’s goals and elevate your ministering skills for you and your community. Keep reading for a complete list of the eight best Christian conferences to participate in this year.

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Chris Holland

The Best Church Tech Conferences 2023

As 2023 rapidly approaches, it’s time to set some resolutions and goals. Want to improve your church tech department? Find out more about modern digital innovations and state-of-the-art technologies at a church technology conference and improve the Sunday mass experience at your place of worship. Gain fantastic insights to ensure your church is up to date with the best church software, audiovisual systems, practical technologies, and beneficial networking with these tech conferences in 2023.

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Grant Glas

Creating Christmas Traditions in Your Small Groups

Christmas at church is a busy, bustling, joyful time where you can enjoy the special services, holy celebrations, and festive parties together. Make the most of this sacred time by planning church small group activities alongside the overarching events, saving space to connect more thoughtfully.

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Grant Glas

How to Reach Families in the Neighborhoods Around Your Church

Are you ready to expand your reach and attract new families to join your kids' ministry? We have compiled a list of the best church community outreach ideas to encourage newcomers to visit to your church and stick around. You may love your tight-knit community, but imagine everything your church could achieve by reaching more people in nearby neighborhoods!

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Chris Holland

Making the Most of That Week Between Christmas and New Year

As much as we love it, Christmas is an exhausting time of year. It can feel like there is no time to breathe, with ample activities to plan, presents to buy, and people to see. With so much going on, it is difficult to think of what to do in that limbo week between Christmas and New Year. But without the proper planning, this week might just disappear.

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Grant Glas

9 Ways to Teach the Nativity for Kids

Getting little ones involved in the Christmas cheer is easy. There is endless excitement, from decorating the tree to seeing the beautiful streetlights, and kids are more than enthralled with the idea of Santa and his elves. But teaching the true meaning of Christmas and the birth of Christ isn’t always so simple.

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How to Create Engaging Church Slides

Every church needs slides for kids' ministry, Bible study groups, and Sunday services. And every minister has probably experienced the stress of putting their church PowerPoint slides together, despite having no design experience. Ever watched as eyes glaze over and your audience begins to fidget uncomfortably? This is the article for you.

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Grant Glas

8 Incredible Christmas Games for Children's Church

Let the kids of your ministry have a blast while celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ by including fun and games in your classes. Christmas games for children’s churches offer a unique opportunity for kids to let their hair down and have a laugh. Breaking up the lessons of big thinking will help the message of Christmas sink in.

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Grant Glas

Top 12 Christmas Stories for Kids

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time to get excited. Celebrating the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ is important for everyone, kids and adults alike. This monumental day in history offers a chance for gratitude, reflection, and joy — there’s a reason it’s everyone’s favorite holiday!

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Chris Holland

How to Make the Most of Christmastime at Your Church

With this wonderful time of year come endless excuses to celebrate and rejoice. It is a time best spent with family, friends, and of course — the church. Make your community excited to get involved with all you have in store by planning an action-packed program that offers something for everyone.

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Grant Glas

How to Build a Youth Group

The importance of building a youth ministry at your church cannot be understated. It is the young people at your church who will make up the next generation of leaders – from pastors to politicians – engaging them in their church and community is a must.

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Orange Curriculum vs. Gospel Project: Which is Better?

There comes a time when churches must look critically at how they run their ministries. Pruning projects that no longer serve your people is a must, or you risk wasting valuable resources and limiting your church’s growth. The same goes for your curriculum — does it still educate your youth while supporting their relationship with God?

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A Comparison of Grow Curriculum and Gospel Project Curriculum

Choosing a curriculum that's a good fit for your ministry takes a lot of consideration. With more and more options available every day, this decision can be difficult for ministry leaders. There are countless prime-quality kids' ministry curricula out there, meaning there is no obvious choice. If you’ve been doing your research, you have certainly heard of Grow and The Gospel Project, but which one is better?

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Grant Glas

8 Ways for Christians to Celebrate Thanksgiving

Everyone is included in Thanksgiving, and that is part of the reason why we love it so much. It offers a chance for friends and family to break bread together and join hands over all the beauty that life offers them. Christians know we have God to thank for our blessings, and we must keep Him at the forefront of our celebrations.

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Chris Holland

11 Christian Playlists to Enhance Your Holiday

Looking to complete all the finishing touches to your holiday event? Quality music resources are a must. Set the scene and help your guests ease into a holiday mood by choosing event background music to help your event flow. Here are 10 of our favorite selections of Christian playlists for holiday events.

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Chris Holland

How Do Churches Help the Community at Christmas time?

Most people look forward to Christmas as a time for family, love, celebrations, and Jesus. But for some people, Christmas is a time of loneliness, despair, and stress. Churches are here to do God’s work on Earth; how is your church helping the community?

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Grant Glas

Making Time for God During the Holidays

When the busy holiday season is here, it feels like time disappears. With one event or another around every corner, making time for God can be impossible, but remembering what the holiday is really about is essential. Stay close to God through regular prayer and carving out moments of calm in the hustle and bustle of Christmas.

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Grant Glas

7 Fun and Engaging Thanksgiving Bible Lessons

The holiday season is almost upon us which only means one thing—Thanksgiving! While we love the endless fun this celebration brings, it is essential that we remember the reasons behind it. Share your gratitude for God with the youngsters at your ministry with these seven Thanksgiving Bible lessons.

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Chris Holland

The Meaning of Thanksgiving Day for Christians

For many, Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family, good friends, and even better food. But, on this special day that is all about gratitude and thanks, it’s time to take it back to the basics and remember who we have to thank most of all—Jesus.

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The Complete Guide to Church Security

Security at church isn’t always a priority. Good people assume the best in others, which can put preparing for risks on the peripheries. But protecting your congregation when they come to worship is essential, so follow these church security tips to put your people first.

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Grant Glas

10 Ways to Use Signage in Schools

Figuring out an annual school budget is no easy feat, so it’s hardly surprising that perceived luxuries like flashy digital school signs take a back seat. Essentials like learning materials and resources take priority, but you can't ignore the benefits of digital signage in schools (this is also true for digital church signage).

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Grant Glas

Kids Ministry: Why Curriculum Isn’t Everything

It shouldn't surprise you that an expensive curriculum isn’t everything. A fancy set of church lessons engages kids in the moment, but a well-rounded children’s church makes an impact that lasts for life. If your Sunday school content isn’t part of a bigger story, then your children’s church might not be up to scratch.

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Chris Holland

Ministry Leaders: How to Empower Your Team

A thriving ministry team has room for progression, space for independence, and the support required for growth. Empower leaders to harness their potential in your church by taking their skills to the next level, and help new volunteers fine-tune their skills and become dedicated members of their ministry. But how do you empower team members? By following these eight tips.

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Grant Glas

How to Keep an Eye on Mental Health in Students

Do you look out for the mental well-being of your students? Most would answer “yes” to that question, but unless you actively watch out for the signs, some mental health warning signs will slip through the cracks.

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Grant Glas

A Guide to Crisis Intervention Training

Times of crisis mean all hands on deck and all helpers assembled. Through crisis intervention training, your church could be ready to help, transforming your team of volunteers into an unstoppable force for good. Use this complete guide to ensure you offer church volunteer training that sets your workers up for a lifetime of making a difference.

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Chris Holland

5 Tell Tale Signs of Bullying You Need to Look Out For

Noticing the signs of bullying can be difficult, as children will often appear one way to adults and another way to their peers. This can lead well-meaning adults to dismiss warning signs of bullying as a game or joke between friends. People accept an element of playful roughhousing between kids, but when is it too much?

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Grant Glas

How to Make Your Church a Safe Environment

Every church contains a community of people, and each person has their own passions, desires, emotions, and problems. Every church leader dreams of overseeing a ministry where everything runs smoothly, and everyone gets along. But is your church equipped to protect its people when disaster strikes?

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The Conference Room Digital Signage Guide

Nothing brings people from all walks of life together like a conference. It offers a unique chance for people to network and mingle, sharing their stories and experiences while building connections. Make the most of your next tech conference or church conference by enhancing your visitors’ experiences with quality conference room digital signage (or digital church signage).

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7 Benefits of Cloud-Server Digital Signage

Have you ever experienced a digital signage server crashing right when you need it most? It’s embarrassing when a spectacularly creative digital signage solution fails last minute (to say the least).

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A Raspberry Pi Comparison: Apple TV vs. Roku vs. Fire Stick

POV: you are ready to start streaming, but the options are more than just a little overwhelming. Is Apple TV the smart choice, or would a Fire Stick tick all the right boxes?

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How to Use Chromecast on TV for Beginners

New to the TV streaming game? Google Chromecast is an affordable option that facilitates streaming to multiple rooms simultaneously. This makes it an ideal church media software option for churches with several screens, making content-sharing a breeze.

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Top Ranked Church Worship Software in 2022

If your church isn’t making the most of the state-of-the-art church worship software options out there, you are missing a trick. Save yourself valuable time (and endless frustrations) by leaving the hard work to the software options that are designed especially for you. Most church worship software is created by church leaders and other like-minded people, with the goal of helping your ministry run smoothly and effectively.

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4 Reasons Your Church Should Highlight People’s Stories

Giving people at church a special shoutout is a great way to show your appreciation for all of your congregants. Everybody likes to feel important. And that’s because everybody is important, especially in the eyes of God. If you aren’t sharing member stories at your church, it’s time to start doing it.

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9 Reasons Your Church Needs a Digital Signage Solution

Transform the way you interact with your congregation with digital signage for churches. You can utilize your digital signage solution to reach further than ever, supplying relevant information on-demand. Digital signs are a must-have. They provide your church with interesting community information boards that you can add social media broadcasts to too.

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Why You Need Mac Mini Digital Signage

If you are looking for a new signage solution in 2022, Mac mini might be what you need. It combines the power of a desktop computer with the size of a mobile phone, making smart TVs portable and accessible. Mac mini digital signage is one solution for multiple screens, streamlining your technology while simplifying the process.

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Grant Glas

How Cloud Based Digital Signage Works

It sometimes feels like everything exists on the cloud, from our personal photos to the content we consume. Nowadays, there is no need for physical DVDs, and physical photo albums have almost become a retro kind of sentimentality. So, why should our digital church signage solutions be any different?

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Chris Holland

The Ultimate Amazon Fire Stick Setup Guide

Streaming sticks are the future, giving us access to more shows and movies than ever before. But as there are countless options out there, how do you know which one to choose?

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Chris Holland

A Guide to Pastor Appreciation for Children’s Ministry

October is almost upon us, which means it is nearly time for Pastor Appreciation Month! This exciting time is dedicated to sharing our gratitude for clergy members and pastors, recognizing their relentless efforts for the church. Families and visitors of the church might get a gift for their church leader, but how will the kids of your ministry get involved?

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Chris Holland

Everything You Need to Know About Pastor Appreciation Day

As pastors do the most for our churches and communities, having a day dedicated to their appreciation just makes sense. It’s always a good day to say “thank you” to your pastor or preacher, but this date offers a specific space dedicated to expressing our gratitude.

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How to Celebrate Your Pastor This October

Pastors are the backbone of our ministries. Their commitment to God and the Bible encourage and inspire so many others, connecting Him with people everywhere. One foolproof way of showing appreciation is with a heartfelt gift to put a smile on their face by letting them know you care. Just like volunteers need to feel appreciated, so do our leaders, and these gift ideas for pastors (including children’s pastors) will help them feel valued.

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Grant Glas

6 Fun Church Fall Festival Ideas

As the leaves begin to turn their stunning fiery shades, it only means one thing for churches – a fall festival! Choose exciting fall festival ideas for churches to ensure everyone feels joyous at your celebration. Open your church’s doors to families and friends from all corners of your community and enjoy the harvest season together.

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Chris Holland

10 Back to School Tips for Parents and Kids

The new school year is here, which means new friends to make, opportunities to embrace, and lessons to learn. If you are wondering how to prepare for back to school, you are in the right place. Keep reading for our top ten tips on how to get ready for back-to-school, and give your children the best start possible.

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Chris Holland

Back to School Essentials for 2022

Fall is almost here, which can only mean one thing. The new school year! Kids love the feeling of having a stylish pencil case packed with new pens and pencils, a new favorite outfit, and a lunchbox to show to all their friends. Get your kids ready to learn with these essential back-to-school supplies.

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Grant Glas

Special Needs Ministry and Partnering With Parents

Children with special needs will require special care to feel safe and supported in your ministry environment, but it doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Follow these seven tips to get your special needs ministry up to scratch.

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How to Build an Effective Ministry Team

Build a healthy church culture at your ministry by putting the people first. Exciting opportunities and rewards are a bonus, but clear roles are a must. Follow these seven guidelines and build an effective and hardworking ministry team.

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Chris Holland

Best Church Management Software in 2022

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the workload at your church? The answer could be closer than you think.

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Church Software
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Grant Glas

Best Church Presentation Software for Mac

Nowadays, Mac and iOS power many churches across the world. If you have ever made the switch from Android to Apple – you will know how drastic this technological shift can feel. A different style of operating system means different points to consider when selecting your church software.

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Church Software
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Chris Holland

A Guide to the Best Church Worship Software

Back in the day, church ministry was simple. All it required was the word of God, and people would gather wherever they could. Although disorganization was probably rife, people were happy to share moments of prayer with God together with people in their communities.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
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Chris Holland

Why Small Group Leaders Must Nurture Parent Relationships

And 3 Ways To Speak Into the Lives of Your Small Group. Small groups in kids’ ministry offer a safe space for children to develop their faith. Providing a more personal environment allows young minds to explore their relationship with God by asking questions and building camaraderie with their peers.

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Kids Ministry Leadership
By
Grant Glas

What Is Your Children’s Ministry’s First Impression?

First impressions are everything. New parents’ initial experiences of your kids’ ministry will make or break their trust in your church. If a family has an average first experience at your ministry, they may never return. But if they have an exceptional one, they may share their positive experiences far and wide with friends, family, or acquaintances.