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Getting-to-Know-You Games
I always like to spend a few minutes playing a getting-to-know-you game on the first day of Sunday school. Here are two of my favorites.
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July 1, 2014
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Planning a Youth Catechism Retreat
Here's a pattern that has proven helpful for hosting a youth retreat focused on the Heidelberg Catechism.
April 23, 2014
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Choosing Children's Curriculum
If your church is considering a change in Sunday school or children's curriculum, this webinar will provide practical tips on finding a curriculum that fits your theology and your context.
April 15, 2014
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Webinar: Choosing Children's Curriculum
Join me for a one hour webinar that explores the nuts and bolts of curriculum selection and offers an overview of Faith Alive's three core children's curricula.
April 7, 2014
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Flame: Creative Children's Ministry Blog
This blog is a creative source for ministry inspiration, especially during special seasons of the church year.
October 23, 2013
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Exploring the Psalms with Kids and Teens
When was the last time you taught a Sunday school lesson on a Psalm? (Okay, other than Psalm 23?)
May 20, 2013
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Plan a Volunteer Recruitment Month
Looking for a way to ease the August stress of searching for volunteers? Check out this blog post from veteran children’s minister, Linda Freeman, who offers week by week ideas for planning a month long focus on volunteer recruitment.
April 23, 2013
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A Questionnaire for Sunday School Teachers
Here is a simple questionnaire you can use to give voice to your leader's joys and concerns! This feedback will help you shape the program for next year and it may also help your teachers consider their role in the future.
March 18, 2013
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Do-It-Yourself Resurrection Eggs
Resurrection eggs help families focus their attention on Jesus' death and resurrection during Holy Week.
March 4, 2013
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Recruiting Volunteers in 6 Simple Steps
Last week Mark DeVries, president of Youth Ministry Architects and author of Family Based Youth Ministry posted this video on recruiting volunteers. He is so confident it will work that he offers a $100 guarentee!
February 12, 2013
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Developing a Vision for Sunday School
Why does your Sunday school or children's ministry program exist? The answer to that question could help motivate leaders to join the ministry, parents to send their kids out, and the church to invest in the next generation.
November 20, 2012
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Getting Parents Pumped About Sunday School
Busy schedules mean worn out families don’t always make it to church. Here are some ideas that your church could do to get families more engaged.
October 2, 2012
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Creating a "No-Bully Zone"
Bullying. Just say the word, and most people have a story to tell. So what can you do to ensure that bullying doesn’t happen on your watch? Here are some pointers gathered from organizations that have studied the issue of bullying and its effect on kids.
September 11, 2012
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Teaching Kids with Visual Impairments
In Sunday school, we want to create an environment where everybody belongs and everybody learns and grows together. What does that mean for kids with visual impairments? Check out these helpful ideas from Sister Barbara Cline, the Director of the Office of Faith Formation for the Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids.
September 12, 2011
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3 Keys to Keeping Kids on Track
Imagine a room full of wide-eyed kids, amazed by the stories of Scripture; activity, variety, and discovery choreographed seamlessly into a lesson that captures the imagination and inspires! Consider these ideas for keeping your kids engaged and focused right from the start.
December 1, 2010
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3 Tips for Involving Kids in Storytelling
When a story engages our imaginations, it sticks with us long after the lesson. Here are three things I keep in mind each time I tell a story with kids.
November 23, 2010
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Who Will Take Your Place?
Who should you be investing in and preparing to lead the ministry you lead?
September 24, 2010
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Try It This Week: Prayer Ideas!
Here are few fun ideas for praying with middle or upper elementary kids ... All you need is construction paper cut into strips, pencils or crayons, and a glue stick, tape, or a kid-sized stapler.
August 18, 2010
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Volunteer Job Description
Use this form as a guide to help you develop descriptions for the various volunteer roles within your Sunday school or children's ministry program.
August 10, 2010
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Kids on a Mission!
God is using kids and teens and adults in his plan! Here are two ideas to help make that happen this season in your children’s ministry.
July 21, 2010
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Almost August... Preplanning for Fall
If you're the Sunday school coordinator, get a jump start on next season with this basic planning checklist...
June 25, 2010
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Children at the Lord's Supper
This year’s synod took a big step toward welcoming children to the Lord’s Supper! By approving the following guiding principal, synod sent the message that they approve of the direction of the Faith Formation Committee’s work.
June 22, 2010
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Signs of Wonder Songs
Signs of Wonder Songs is a ministry that teaches children and adults how to sign worship songs using conceptually correct American Sign Language.
June 15, 2010
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Serving With Kids
Here are a few ideas for encouraging cross generational service at your church this summer!
June 4, 2010
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Before You Hit The Beach . . .
Before you shift gears for the summer, I suggest you start on seven little chores that will help your church make next season a success.