by Podcast | Sep 20, 2021 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, Leadership, Podcast, Preschool, Preteen
In this episode, Jim and Paul, co-pastors of Preston Trail Community Church reveal the heart behind their church's NextGen strategy and what prompted their book about God's Great Story. Jim and Paul also share some key insights into the success of their relationship...
by Podcast | Sep 15, 2021 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, Multisite, NextGen, Podcast
In this episode, Lindsay Felstow from River Valley Church gives a behind-the-scenes look at what kid's ministry a large multi-site church has changed and developed since the pandemic. Lindsay also shares more about the dynamics of their volunteer teams, curriculum,...
by Podcast | Jul 20, 2021 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Podcast, Preteen, Youthmin
In this episode, Will Hutcherson shares about his new book SEEN which focuses on helping broaden the conversation about the mental health of kids and students. Together with Dr. Chinwé Williams, this new resource sheds light on the newest statistics surrounding this...
by Podcast | Jun 1, 2021 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, NextGen, Podcast, Preteen
In this episode, Lisa Molite from Community Chrisitan Church joins Jarrod Harris to continue a conversation on kidmin large group and some best practices to consider as you enhance your experience for kids. This is part one of a two-part discussion. Tune in to Episode...
by Podcast | Feb 16, 2021 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Podcast, Social Media, Volunteers
In this episode, Chris Sasser talks about how his staff re-imagined the way volunteers serve and built teams around what families were in need of in their church. The three buckets he explains help to narrow the focus of how to effectively reach families in the midst...
by Podcast | Feb 2, 2021 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Volunteers
In this episode, Andrae Jones shares how reactivating volunteers is important in the midst of COVID-19, empowering them to lead in new ways. He also gives some helpful tips on reaching volunteers where they are and fighting for their hearts. This audio is from the...
by Podcast | Nov 17, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Social Media, Volunteers, Youthmin
In this episode, my friend Andrae Jones talks about kidmin online and in-person, what they have learned and some unique experience they created during COVID. Andrae also shares about his church's recent return to in-person services and how they have won the heart of...
by Podcast | Oct 20, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Social Media, Systems
In this episode, Todd Lesher gives some practical ways to build guiding principles and culture for family ministry both online or in person. Todd also shares some of the adjustments his church made along the way as they returned to in-person ministry and the ways they...
by Podcast | Oct 13, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Lead Small, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Social Media
In this episode, Mike Clear talks about children's ministry online and some of the pivots the team at Orange has made in recent months. Mike also shares some helpful ideas on how to effectively continue the engagement of kids, students, and volunteers whether meeting...
by Podcast | Oct 6, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Social Media
In this episode, Mallory Wright from Mosiac Church gives a behind-the-scenes look at their very successful YouTube content for kids and families. Each week, Mosiac uses video content to connect with families, prompt meaningful interactions with kids and parents, and...
by Podcast | Sep 29, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Multisite, Social Media
In this episode, Clent Wells shares some of the key insights that have led to James River Kids being so successful on Instagram. The kid's ministry at James River Church has been intentional with using their social media as a support for their weekend vision and to...
by Podcast | Sep 22, 2020 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents
In this episode, Beth Cunningham from Church of the Highlands gives some practical steps to thriving in kid's ministry in the midst of change. Beth also shares what shifts they have made to continuing partnering with families and utilizing growth track to support...
by Podcast | Aug 25, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Preschool, Preteen, Systems
In this episode, we listen to a webinar recorded recently with my friends at Ministry boost where we discussed what it would mean to have “Your Ministry Boxed.” You'll find out about everything included in a new bundle available and what you need to...
by Podcast | Jul 21, 2020 | Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Preschool, Preteen
In this episode, Andrea Goslee shares some ideas for engaging and connecting with families online and how to provide unique experiences for kids and parents. The ministry she leads has seen an ongoing connection with preschool and elementary-aged kids, and they have...
by Podcast | Apr 28, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Leadership, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Systems
In this episode, Gina McClain shares some ideas that she has gathered and a resource she helped create: a COVID-19 Family Ministry Road Map. Whether you have a specific strategy already in place or are just starting this conversation, Gina brings years of expertise...
