September 2024

Go Bible Review & Giveaway!

As children's ministry leaders, we work hard to equip families to grow deeper in their faith at home, and that includes helping them dive into Scripture throughout the week! Part of that means helping kids and parents discover a Bible that works for the ages, stages, and preferences of their kids. That's why I'm excited to share about a brand new kids' Bible from Tyndale Publishing, the Go Bible: A Life-Changing Bible for Kids! The Go Bible is bursting with fun and engaging content to help kids explore God’s Word! Paired with the accurate, easy-to-read NLT translation, this kids’ Bible plants seeds of faith and share the life-changing love of God with kids through over 600 features centered on the theme of transformation. My favorite things about it: The Translation: NLT is written at about a 6th-grade reading level, so it...
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10 Bible Games for Kids Ministry

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Earlier in the week we shared our top 10 screen-based games for kids. Today, we're sharing 10 non-screen-based games! Play these social-distanced games with the kids in your ministry to encourage laughter and help kids engage with the Bible story![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download a Printable Version of the Games Here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F05%2FDKM-Bible-Games-for-Kids-Ministry.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text]BUST A RHYME - Ideal for more than five players, so this game is perfect for small groups to play together, or you can play as one large group! Invite all participants to stand in a circle 6 feet apart. Next, choose a leader to say a word from the Bible story (you can provide the words for them, or let kids come up with their own),...
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5 Steps to Organizing Your Time, Tasks, and Leadership in Ministry

When I say “organized,” what comes to mind? A supply closet with clearly labeled bins stacked neatly in alphabetical order? A color-coded calendar that tells you exactly what to do and when? A clean desk with not even a paperclip out of place? Each leader’s level of organization will vary, but being organized is a fundamental element of solid leadership and a thriving ministry.  Whether administration is one of your spiritual gifts or your biggest challenge, organization is vital for growth, and it goes beyond your supply closet to encompass your time and tasks too. We see Biblical examples of organization and planning in creation, Noah and the ark, the tribes of Israel, Moses, Joshua, Acts and the early church, Paul, Jesus’ ministry, and even in the character of God Himself. So obviously, organization and planning are important to God....
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3 Must-Have Children’s Ministry Characteristics

While ministry looks different in every context and every church, there are still a few key characteristics that all children's ministries should strive to achieve. I'm excited to share this article from Courtney Weaver at the Wonder Ink team as she dives into 3 of the most important aspects your kidmin should prioritize: Many churches face a similar challenge: engaging and spiritually nurturing the congregation’s youngest members. In a world full of distractions and competing influences, our children’s ministry programs must provide a constant source of encouragement and discipleship to help kids grow in their faith.  How can we be sure our ministries meet this need? There are a few key characteristics our programs should prioritize, including: Biblically Sound Curriculum Safe and Welcoming Environment Strong Volunteer and...
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“Little Pumpkins” Fall Volunteer Appreciation Tag

Print these fall-themed appreciation tags on cardstock and cut out with scissors, or print on business card paper (like Avery 28371) and print and tear apart on perforations. Then attach the tags to a fall gift like tiny pumpkins, fall-themed candles, and pumpkin-flavor or shaped cookies/treats! Share them with your volunteers on Sunday mornings or at your fall event. Download here! Want even more volunteer appreciation tags to use this season and year-round? Check out this Fall Volunteer Appreciation Tag BUNDLE with 10 tags + gift ideas for each one! Download the bundle...
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Pumpkin Twister Freebie

Print and laminate these pages to play pumpkin twister at your fall event! Download here! This is one of the games included in our Pumpkins and PJs PNO event - a fall-themed event where kids wear their favorite PJs and enjoy an evening of pumpkins and FUN! Learn more about this fun fall event...
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10 Unique Fall Family Events

Are you looking for a unique fall family event to host in your ministry this autumn, but don't want to host another Trunk or Treat or Fall Fest? Check out one of these unique ideas the families in your ministry will love! Escape Room or Mystery Event - Set up a fall escape room or host an adventure challenge/mystery night! We love this mini fall escape room as an add-on element, or you can invite families into the Mystery of the Misplaced Jewel where they'll work together to solve the mystery of Penelope Peabody’s misplaced jewel while also discovering an important Biblical truth: God has a plan. PNO - Host a Parents' Night Out to give the parents in your ministry a break! We've got a fall-themed Pumpkins and PJs PNO, and lots more to choose from, including Nerf Wars and Mad Science! Service Project - Invite families to serve together...
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Pumpkin Pose Game

Play this fun and simple fall game to help kids remember that God loves them no matter what they might be feeling! Supplies: Pumpkin Pose Printable (printed and spread out on the floor) Music (and a way to play it, even if just a volunteer’s phone) To Play: Lay out the different pumpkin faces on the floor and point them out to the kids. When the music plays, kids must walk around the room. When the music stops, kids have to run to a pumpkin on the floor, put 1 foot on the pumpkin, and “pose” or make a face like the face on the pumpkin. Play again as time allows, reminding kids that God loves them no matter what they are feeling. Option: Remove 1 pumpkin each round until there is only the happy pumpkin left. Download the game here! This game is one of the games included in our Pumpkin Patch Preschool Series, a...
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