Kids ministry sample service schedule
Kids Ministry Sample Service Schedule So you have anywhere from 60-90 minutes to fill. Not so easy when you aren’t prepared, but not so tough when you take a little time to plan. I…
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What is success in ministry?
The dictionary defines success as: the attainment of wealth, position, honors, or the like. That is a fairly accurate definition, but when talking about success in ministry, I am not so sure that definition will…
5 rules for kids ministry
Whether in a large group, a Sunday School, or a classroom, if you deal with kids you can understand the importance of rules as a part of classroom management. It is important for kids to know…
100 top kidmin users on twitter
100 top kidmin users on twitter When it comes to social media, it can sometimes be overwhelming to know which platforms to engage in since each have their own benefits and drawbacks. Twitter happens to…
2 ways to be a better leader
2 ways to be a better leader Here are two quick tips to think about if you are interested in being a better leader. First, be clear with expectations, and second, make sure you supply…
Synergize your team
Have you ever wondered how to synergize your team? Often there is a synergistic quality of a team, that is it becomes more than the sum of its parts. What we can accomplish individually is…
4 classroom management techniques
Classroom/Behavior Management tips School is starting soon, so I thought I would share a little from my days as a teacher. As you know, many of my thoughts have ministry applications, and this one is…
4 steps to better teaching and storytelling
Speaking to children is much different than speaking to adults. An adult usually has the self-control to sit and listen, even when not interested. A child, no matter the age, does not possess that same skill. They may be…
4 lessons in leadership from Moses
Exodus 17:8-9 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of…
leverage your leadership potential
In a position of leadership, I think we all can recognize the value in building a team around us. It is not enough to build a team though. If you were a baseball coach, it would…