https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:39:11 +0000 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:43:22 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/turning-challenges-0 In Part 1, we considered ways to create an environment that encourages and supports children with learning and behavioral challenges. But what about parents? Karen DeBoer https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/turning-challenges-0 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:43:22 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/turning-challenges-opportunities My first job after college was working as an Early Childhood Educator in the preschool room of a daycare. I loved that job — singing songs, telling stories, and going on imaginary lion hunts are great ways to spend one’s day! There were some challenges though. Karen DeBoer https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/turning-challenges-opportunities Thu, 09 Jul 2015 18:36:57 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/summertime-connections You’ve wiped runny noses, picked playdough out of the carpet, cleaned juice spills off the table, applauded toilet training milestones, and cut out more printable patterns than you care to remember. Karen DeBoer https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/summertime-connections Mon, 06 Apr 2015 13:04:48 +0000