Spark - December 2012

Have you heard the statement,"kids are wet cement?"  It’s so true.  Childhood is the most impressionable time of a person's life.  

Here are 4 key things we must write on the hearts of children during the short time frame they are wet cement. 

KidMin Vitamin - Capturing Kid's Hearts (Pt.1)

Spark - November 2012

Here are 10 things to remember when you're ministering to kids.

KidMin Vitamin - Teachable Moments

Learn to identify and take the opportunities to teach our children in "Teachable Moments." 

Spark - October 2012

Have you ever had a parent, child, or other ministry partner get upset at church?  I'm sure you have.

So what do you do?  How do you help them calm down and resolve the situation?

I sat down with one of our volunteers for some insight.  He has over 16 years of customer service experience in the automobile industry.  When a customer gets really ticked off, they send the person to him.

He shared some great ideas for helping someone who is upset.  And the cool thing...they are all principles from how Jesus handled an angry crowd.  Check out this short video for some great tips on helping people who are upset.

Spark - September 2012

Jesus ministered in the middle of the crowd.  Do you need to move from the outer edges of ministry to in the middle with Jesus?  That's where the action is.

Spark - August 2012

The most important person you lead is the person you spend the most time with...yourself.  This month's training video shares the keys to "Leading Yourself Well."

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Spark - July 2012

This month's training video is an interview about Children's Ministry with an international celebrity.  Check it out for some tips about connecting with kids.

Spark - July 2012 from Dale Hudson on Vimeo.

June Spark (2012)

This month's Spark features the amazing story of Don Ritchie.  Don rescued over 160 people from committing suicide.  He was known as the "Angel of the Gap."  Discover how you can also be a lifeline for people.

May Spark

There are 4 questions new families are asking themselves when they walk in our church doors.  If we answer these questions correctly, their hearts can be opened to God's love.  You are a vital part of answering those questions.  Watch this month's training video to make sure you know what the questions are and that you have the right answers.

April Spark

This month's Spark is entitled "Not Picture Perfect...What's Wrong With This Picture? See how Jesus ministered to children.

March Spark

This month we are talking about how to create a culture of "yes." Watch this short video to grow as a God's Kids Leader.

February Spark

Separation anxiety is a common issue that will you face in Children's Ministry. Here are some tips on how to help children who are experiencing this.

January Spark

This month we share tips on how to minister to children who are dealing with their parents' divorce. Learn how to effectively minister to children during this painful time in their life.