Children's Pastors Only Blog
7 Tips for a Great Mother's Day Lesson
Mother’s Day always falls on a Sunday! This special day is a wonderful opportunity for children's ministries to create a lesson around moms, celebr...
9 Engaging Bible Lessons for Kids
What are good Bible lessons for kids? Teaching kids about God is important; choosing the right stories to share can make a big difference. We mus...
Fun Activities that Teach the Lord's Prayer
Jesus taught us how to pray. He told us that prayer isn't about having fancy words or saying them enough times so God will hear you. God knows what...
How to Start an Awana Program
Most churches have a children's ministry on Sunday mornings. Providing a place for kids to learn about Jesus, have fun with their friends, and wors...
3 Last-Minute Children's Ministry Lesson Ideas for When You Need Them
There are plenty of reasons why having a few last-minute lesson plans on hand is beneficial. You may still need to order the next curriculum, or pe...
10 Must-Haves for Your Sunday School's Christmas Party
There's nothing like a fun Sunday School Christmas Party to spread the joy of Christ's birth this Christmas season! Planning for this occasion take...
7 Things to Look for When Choosing a New Kid Ministry Curriculum
There are a lot of top-notch children's curriculums out there! As you search for your next kid ministry curriculum, looking for a quality product i...
Top 12 Reasons Kids Misbehave in Children’s Ministry (And How to Handle It!)
Kids misbehave, and kids in children’s ministry are no exception. There are many reasons why children act up, and looking into these reasons can he...
How to Equip Kids and Parents through Your Children's Ministry and Beyond
We, as children's pastors and coordinators, must always look at our mission as a team effort. We are a unit with our volunteers and teachers. We ar...
5 Movies You Can Show Your Kid's Ministry
It's great to show a movie occasionally in children's ministry. For one thing, it's a nice break from the routine; for another, it is an exciting a...
10 Must-Haves for Your Sunday School Thanksgiving Lesson
November is the perfect time of year to teach a lesson on thankfulness as many families gather together for Thanksgiving. There are several wonderf...
Kids Church Drop Off: The 7 Best Ways to Reduce Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety can challenge parents and children at church drop-off time. Several factors play into why this is so difficult. A typical cause ...