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 | May 25, 2021 | Family Ministry, Kidmin, Large Church, Podcast, Preschool, Preteen, Volunteers
In this episode, Kenny Conley, Jarrod Harris, Annie Tucker, and Tony Caniglia have 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 232 for...
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 | Mar 10, 2020 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Preschool
In this episode, Mike Clear shares some of his experiences moving from working within family ministry roles to serving family ministries through Orange and the Rethink Group. He also explains more about the heart and strategy behind some of the world's leading Kidmin...
by Nick Blevins | Jul 9, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with Justin Edge of Life.Church about multi-site kids' ministry, how resourcing campuses works, and how each campus functions individually. He talks specifically about his role leading at the central level, and what they are looking for in...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 25, 2019 | Podcast, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with Brittany Compton about her role working for First Look at Orange. She shares why she believes preschool ministry is so important, walks through how they think through preschool ministry at First Look, and some key components of great...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 11, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, High School, Kidmin, Middle School, NextGen, Preschool, Volunteers, Youthmin
In this episode, I talk with Jon Birkmire about volunteer directors and coaches. We talk about what it looks like to structure your volunteer team for growth, how you help volunteers lead like staff, and the specific roles each of these leaders can have in preschool,...
by Nick Blevins | May 28, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Kidmin, Preschool, Volunteers
We welcome Ryan Frank back to the podcast to share about trends he's seeing in kidmin world, how you can maximize summer in your ministry, and what he does to stay productive while spinning multiple plates. Ryan Frank Connect with Ryan...
by Nick Blevins | Apr 30, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Kidmin, Preschool, Social Media
In this episode, I talk with my friend and Elementary Coordinator, Todd Hixenbaugh. Todd loves to learn, network with other leaders and engage parents through social media. We talk about learning hacks he's adopted over the years, how he's talked with leaders all over...
by Nick Blevins | Apr 16, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with my friend, Michelle Suarez, about two bold risks her church has taken to engage kids who aren't a part of any church. First, she walks us through the theme-days or special Sundays they do and how these are great invites for kids. Second,...
by Nick Blevins | Apr 2, 2019 | Podcast, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with Amber Lappin about building faith in babies. In the first few years of a child's life, they are learning so much and growing so fast. Amber talks about how to combine that with the wonder of faith and how we can begin to help them...
by Nick Blevins | Mar 19, 2019 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with Beth Guckenberger about Back2Back Ministries, the story and vision behind it, and how church leaders can help kids and students have a heart for the nations. We also talk about her unique communication style and how she seamlessly weaves...
by Nick Blevins | Nov 6, 2018 | Podcast, Elementary, High School, Kidmin, Middle School, NextGen, Preschool, Youthmin
In this episode, Kenny Conley and Kevin Monahan host a panel discussion of NextGen leaders centered around the question, “Should I stay or go?” In ministry, we are constantly evaluating where God has us, and where he is calling us. We want to be prayerful,...
by Nick Blevins | Oct 16, 2018 | Podcast, Kidmin, Preschool
In this episode, I share a conversation between a tribe of preschool ministry leaders as they talk about curriculum prep, communication, and scheduling volunteers. Preschool Ministry Leaders Kenny Conley from MISSION Community Church Nick Blevins from Community...
