Administration Zone

Take a mission trip to Mexico without ever leaving your church? It's absolutely possible, check out this article to find out how!

A creative way to encourage children and parents to communicate with their children's pastor/leader.

Effective ways to let others know about your vision for ministry.

This is a great sample letter to send to the parents of the children attending any of your camps.

To gain the maximum benefit and to retain those who are visiting or thinking about visiting your church you need to know what they experience. Secret Church Shopper template will help see your church accurately through the eyes of a visitor.

This is an example of a small group facilitator worksheet that we gave to our adult leaders for use during a worship service.

Some unique ideas to say "thanks" to the family members of your children's ministry volunteers.

Dr. Henrietta C. Mears (1890-1963), a Presbyterian Christian education director, had a profound influence on the way contemporary educational ministry is conducted. Her influence covered the breadth of the field, including church program development, teacher and leadership training, curriculum publishing, camps and conferences, and missions education. Her legacy endures through contemporary approaches to Bible study and Sunday school material, the ministries she founded, and the lives of outstanding Christian leaders who have impacted the world for Christ. This is a collection of her writing.

All ministry can be broken down into these two elements: build a bridge; turn on a light.

principles to transform any Children's Ministry

Lessons that I learned from the strategic ways of Jesus. These may be quick to read but,like all of the things of Jesus, pack a great punch.

Here are TEN TIPS for getting a solid children's ministry off to a GREAT START from a veteran of Children's Ministry!

Use this application when recruiting and screening your camp or VBS volunteers

A cute idea to show your children's ministry camp volunteers that you appreciate them, using s'mores!

Weekly list of tasks that must be accomplished on a weekly basis.

Be wise and understand the times you live in. Conduct your children's ministry with a sense of purpose. But never forget that where sin abounds, grace abounds more (Romans 5:20). And as crazy as it sounds, we live in a world where the grace of God has a lot of room to abound. And after all, isn't that why you are in children's ministry?

We are entrusted with the incredible privilege of loving and leading God’s precious children. Some may need a little extra care and support due to special needs or behavior challenges.

Support parents in guiding their children toward a biblical perspective on challenges. 

Children are not merely the future of the church; they are a vital part of it now.

Let’s be honest. Kids Ministry is TOUGH. Yes, it is full of joy, but it seems equally loaded with challenges.

7 lessons Karl has learned that can help you sustain your ministry without losing your soul, your family, or your joy.

5 practical applications that can inspire us to be “Honest Abe’s” for the children of this generation.

Josh McDowell’s story is compelling. A former atheist, he set out to disprove Christianity.

Dwight L. Moody is a name that stands tall in the history of evangelism.

Corrie ten Boom's story is a powerful reminder of what it means to live a life of faith, courage, and conviction.

Tina Houser was one of the most creative and prolific content creators I have ever known.

Henrietta Cornelia Mears was one of the most influential Christian educators of the 20th century, shaping the future of Sunday School and profoundly impacting children’s ministry.

Albert Einstein is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientific minds in history. Could you be nurturing the next great mind?

Kidology started in 1994 while the Internet was still a mystery to most people. There was no eBay, PayPal, YouTube, or Google, and Amazon had just barely launched.

As you think about your gifts this season, I encourage you to prayerfully consider the ministries that are making a difference for Jesus.

Table Talkers are the perfect solution to kickstart family conversations and incorporate spiritual growth into everyday life.

This is Karl's version of the beautiful fable of The Three Trees. Ideal for Christmas or Easter.

Take your kids to Narnia and back!

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry is packed with practical, organized, and ready-to-use tools. It is NOT just another book — it’s a lifesaver.

Try this simple, interactive, and educational way to help kids stay focused on the Reason for the Season!

Explore the critical "Why, What, When, Where, Who, and How" of event planning.  

How can we encourage our kids to ask questions and truly grasp what they’re reading in the Bible?

Did you know that on-going training not only helps retain volunteers but also empowers them to serve more effectively?

We must get outside the walls of our church to reach those who won't enter the walls of our church!

There's a way to get MORE done in LESS time!

Learn helpful tips to better communicate with parents in your ministry!

How do we reach out to children with special needs and behavioral challenges in our ministry?

"Happy Birthday, Pastor Karl, from your AI Friend!"

In children’s ministry, crises are a guarantee. It's not if, but when.

Have you ever wished Yoda could lead your lessons? We have good news for you!

The Back to School Checklist is a powerful recruiting tool for your ministry. 

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

Object Lessons are one of THE most effective ways to teach kids.

A Complete Strategy for Guest Family Follow-Up