Worship (4)
The purpose of this article’s discussion and our coaching approach is not to debate kids’ church versus kids in the worship service. The purpose is to look at worship from a clear perspective of “telling the next generation the praise-worthy deeds of the Lord” (Psalm 78:6). Read this article and take a look at the action steps that you can do to help create a culture of worship in your ministry.
Culture and Awareness (3)
Are you a hands-in-the-air worshipper, a quiet head-bowed worshipper, or a distracted worshipper? This word “worship” can bring up all kinds of discussion and disagreements about the how-tos and the do’s and don'ts, particularly when it comes to kids and worship experiences. Worship is the third piece of the Ministry Snapshot used in our Nurturing Faith Collective coaching. The purpose of this article’s discussion and our coaching approach is not to debate kids’ church versus kids in the worship service. The purpose is to look at worship from a clear perspective of “telling the next generation the praise-worthy deeds of the Lord” (Psalm 78:6).
Biblical Foundations (2)
A thriving children’s ministry starts with a clear biblical foundation. The Nurturing Faith Collective Coaching Team explores how defining your ministry’s ultimate goal, aligning it with your church’s mission and core values, and choosing a guiding Scripture can shape every aspect of your ministry. With practical reflection questions and actionable steps, you'll learn how to build an intentional, purpose-driven ministry that equips parents, engages the entire church family, and faithfully leads the next generation to know and follow Jesus. They are here to help you create the foundation for biblically-rooted discipleship.
Ministry Snapshot (1)
What if the key to a stronger children’s ministry isn’t doing more – but building better systems? With the help of the Nurturing Faith Collective Coaching Team, this Playbook challenges ministry leaders to define their ultimate goal, evaluate whether their current framework is helping them reach it, and identify practical ways to create an intentional, equipping culture. Through simple assessment tools, thoughtful reflection, and even small language shifts, you'll discover how to move from constantly filling volunteer gaps to developing a purpose-driven ministry that equips people to serve according to their gifts and ultimately leads children toward lasting spiritual growth.
From Chaos to Calm: Fresh Ideas for Pre-Service Kid Energy
Children roaming the church building without adult supervision can be a big problem. How does this happen? In a lot of churches, volunteers need to be at the church early - like an hour to an hour and a half before the service starts. These volunteers may be pastors’ kids, staff kids, worship team members’ kids, parking lot and greeter team kids. And sometimes there are just parents who are arriving really early, perhaps eager for fellowship, a little breakfast, coffee, and maybe a break.
What are some solutions to the problem of unsupervised children on your church property? There are single parents or dual career parents who really want to serve or are already serving, and do not have anyone to watch their children before the services. How can we help these parents be able to serve? How can we help our fellow staff members who need their volunteers to be there early to practice/set up? Click the link below to read ideas shared by Dr. Trisha Peach.