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Do you know these shows and stars?

P:  So what book are you reading now? Me:  The Hunger Games. P:  Isn't that like kids book? Me:  Yup, I read it because kids read it. P:  So what show do you watch? Me:  I love Phineas and Ferb... yes, it's a cartoon and it's a kid show. P:  Ugh, okay... is that what… Continue reading Do you know these shows and stars?

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what children’s ministry is NOT:

In the past couple of months, I've had a handful of conversations regarding what children's ministry is suppose to be.  I've talked to children's directors, pastors, volunteers, parents, and educators.  Some were tired.  Some were frustrated.  Some were unsatisfied.  Some were burnt out.  Some were new to ministry and just needed some direction.  After multiple… Continue reading what children’s ministry is NOT:

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today’s warm & fuzzies…

I recently had dinner w/ two families that used to be at my old church... I've known all of their kids since they were in my ministry... the youngest when he was 4 years old, and the oldest when she was in 3rd grade.  Now, she's a junior in high school... what in the world?… Continue reading today’s warm & fuzzies…

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uhm…but I don’t think she’s a Christian…

me:  who's your favorite singer?B (6th grader):  uhm... well.... (squirmish...)me:  you don't wanna tell me?B:  well, but I don't think she's a Christian...me: it's okay... B:  i like Adele... but i don't think she's a Christian because i think she curses...me:  oh, I like Adele too!B:  really?  oh... okay.. i really like her... (with excitement!) Hahahaha.. hilarious… Continue reading uhm…but I don’t think she’s a Christian…

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#1 reason for having consistent volunteers in kidmin

Ever have moments in your life that's forever etched into your memory?  I have many of those... and for some reason, two of many memories have to do with this topic. I happen to be walking by when a preschool boy stopped in his tracks, looked at his Sunday School teacher who was off-rotation, and… Continue reading #1 reason for having consistent volunteers in kidmin