Covid-19 has turned everything upside down. We used to feel like we were in control of our lives, now we feel like we are not. This is especially disconcerting, when we are talking about our kids. Maybe you used to feel like a good parent, and now you find yourself yelling at your kids a lot. […]
One of the most powerful things God has given us is the power of choice. He is the almighty and all powerful God, and even though He can do anything, the only thing He won’t do is make you serve Him. It’s our choice. The freedom of choice is God’s idea. He wants us to […]
When the Covid-19 hit, we wanted to be a part of the solution. Mark and I, are Kids Pastors, so we know that many churches are on a spending freeze since this pandemic started. We wanted to know what could we do to help? The answer, for us, was obvious. Give away resources churches could use. […]
Everybody has something that makes them tick, something that motivates them. For some people it is sports or video games. For other people it is making money. Many people are into collecting things such as baseball cards, comic books or antiques. What is it that motivates God? What does God the Father live for? […]
If you’re like me, you have been scrambling to produce an on-line Kids Service. I have been pleasantly surprised at how well the Super Church 2.0 Curriculum translates on-line. Here’s what we are doing: Right now, I am teaching on Finding God from the Super Church 2.0 curriculum. We are pre-recording the kids service and then hosting a Watch Party on […]
So what is normal now? Every single person has been affected by this worldwide pandemic, Covid-19. All of our schedules and routines have changed and we have all had to adapt and change with it. Some states are “opening” up again and others are wondering when. This will come to an end, but does that […]
By: Sam Luce This is my twenty-second year of doing kids and youth ministry and it is like none other I have experienced so far. It seems that we are all, no matter how long you have been doing ministry, trying to find our footing. It seems each day brings new realities to adjust to. […]
We sold very little curriculum this past month and I understand why. My church is on a spending freeze, and I’m guessing your church is too. Instead of withdrawing, I want to be part of the solution. Here’s what I’m thinking. I see a lot of teaching on fear, telling kids not to be afraid. […]
Last week, Mark asked a question on Facebook, “What mental health tips do you have? What are you doing these days to keep your sanity?” There were quite a few responses. Here are some things that I have been doing. It’s important for me to guard my thoughts. I am a pretty even person (I […]
EASTER CROSS CRAFT Getting creative to celebrate Easter. Easter is more than bunnies, candy and egg hunts. This is a great way to allow your kids to get creative and you can also have a teachable moment. AND when finished you can showcase your artwork in your front window. As everyone is observing social distancing […]