"A faith chest allows us to look back, as often as we need, at the parts of our spiritual lives. Young children will take great joy in looking through the chest with a parent or …
Best Practices for Youth Group Transportation
"In general, when you, as the adult leader, coordinate transportation, you assume responsibility and liability. Always make arrangements out of an abundance of caution." Driving …
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Whirl by Sparkhouse: Curriculum Review
"Using a curriculum like Whirl can bring worship and Sunday school together for families... Learner leaflets, which children take home, have seven different ways families can put …
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This Children’s Bulletin Doubles as a Worship Scavenger Hunt
"But Jesus called the children to him and said, Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." - Luke …
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How to Make Bible Lego Videos with Kids
"The kids can be quite creative and really do put themselves in the story. They decide the sets and put the people together, moving the people in the different scenes and posing …
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Two Websites to Bookmark: Worshipping With Children and Healthy Church Resources
"Cry out for insight, and raise your voice for understanding... then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God." -Proverbs …
The 30 Minute Summer Sabbath
"It could be as simple as playing a game of Go Fish or staring at the stars from a blanket on the driveway. Could we practice the Sabbath that way? I think it’s worth a …
Why We Allowed Phones on the Youth Mission Trip
"With my photos, I was able to saturate our church communications channels with the story of our mission trip, but I am only one participant - and I’m an adult..." Mission Trip …
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7 Keys for a Transformational Mission Trip
"No matter the length or location, preparation is the key that will make a life-long difference in the lives of the participants. Use these strategies as a guide to help your youth …
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Spring Stewardship: 5 Ways to Lay a Firm Foundation
"The stewardship house you want to build in the fall will be stronger if you begin to lay the foundation now. Strong stewardship programs are built on vibrant …
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