Category Archives: KidMin

Administrative, Blog, Creativity, Curriculum, KidMin, Leadership, Networking, Teaching, Volunteers

Top 5 Habits Of Highly Successful Kids’ Pastors

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As you minister to children, you will inevitably grow as a leader. Developing a thriving kids’ ministry requires a significant number of volunteers, making it essential to understand leadership principles and enhance your leadership skills. Here are the top 5 leadership skills crucial for kids’ ministry: 1. Lead by Example The cornerstone of effective leadership […]

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Administrative, Blog, KidMin, Leadership, Networking, The Love of the Father, Volunteers

How Does God View Kid’s Ministry?

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In the journey of serving in kids’ ministry, one often encounters the misconception that it’s somehow lesser or not as significant as other forms of ministry. Despite its vital importance, such attitudes can take a toll on your spirit over time. As a leader, it’s crucial not to let these perceptions wear you down. You […]

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Administrative, Blog, KidMin, Leadership, Volunteers

Creating An On-ramp For New Volunteers

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Have you ever walked into a bustling restaurant during the dinner rush, hoping to apply for a job, only to be turned away and asked to return later? While this strategy works for restaurants, the same approach doesn’t quite fit in the realm of church volunteer recruitment. This realization struck me one day as I […]

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Administrative, Blog, KidMin, Leadership, Volunteers

What Does it Take to Create a Leadership Culture?

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Not all your volunteers will become leaders. In fact, most volunteers do not want to lead, they just want to follow. Followers are people who want to follow. They don’t want to make decisions. They want someone to tell them what to do and they will do it. Leaders are people who want to lead. […]

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Administrative, Blog, Holy Spirit, How To, KidMin, Leadership, Teaching, Volunteers

The Smartest Thing I Ever Did

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I made a decision early in my ministry training that built the foundation for my ministry to kids. I was only 20 years old and didn’t even realize I was doing something wise. This is my story about the most intelligent ministry decision I ever made.  It was October of 1978. I was attending Rhema […]

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Administrative, Blog, Creativity, Curriculum, How To, KidMin, Leadership, Networking, Teaching, Volunteers

What is Lamplight?

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“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” This scripture became very real to me a few years ago. I was ministering at a church in Hilo, Hawaii. I told the pastor I wanted to visit the live volcano about 45 minutes from his church. He gave some specific directions to Volcanoes National Park. My friend told me where […]

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Administrative, Blog, Curriculum, Holy Spirit, KidMin, Leadership, Teaching, The Bible, The Love of the Father, Volunteers, Worship

The Crucial Role of Sharing the Gospel in Kids’ Ministry

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Today, I want to share a story—a story that resonates deeply with the heart of children’s ministry. My wife and I consider ourselves fortunate that a few years ago we were granted a unique opportunity: participation in Jim Wideman’s coaching program. To many, he’s simply “Brother Jim.” His wisdom, experience, and passion for children’s ministry […]

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Administrative, Blog, Christmas, Christmas, How To, KidMin, Leadership, Teaching, Volunteers

How To Recognize If You Are Becoming Overwhelmed

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In the KidMin world, the Christmas season can be an exhilarating, yet demanding period. Preparing for special services, organizing events, and ensuring children grasp the significance of Christ’s birth can be all-consuming. The rush to make everything perfect for the children and their families can often leaves Kid’s Pastors feeling drained, both physically and emotionally. […]

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Administrative, Blog, Christmas, Christmas, Curriculum, How To, KidMin, Parenting, Teaching, The Bible

How I Got Rid of the Grinch in My Life

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I used to work in retail at a big box store. It might sound strange, but I used to get pretty anxious when Christmas was on the horizon. In the world of retail, from Thanksgiving through January, the holiday season was a rollercoaster of emotions. Customers often got impatient, frustrated, and sometimes even argumentative. It […]

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Administrative, Blog, Curriculum, KidMin, Leadership, Prayer, The Bible, Uncategorized, Worship

How Your Kids Can Have Super Strong Faith

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“Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.” Joshua 1:8 (NLT) How does your faith keeps pace with what you say? Faith comes by hearing the Word of God. […]

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