Simple Kidmin Children's Ministry

In this episode we will talk about vision and strategy for rebuilding your Children's Ministry in 2021 and beyond.  

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having a massive impact on how we minister to kids, parents and leaders.  In this episode we will talk about how to get creative in serving families during this challenging season.

What can Christmas movies teach us about kidmin?  Find out in this episode as we take a look at three classics: Elf, It's a Wonderful Life and A Charlie Brown Christmas and see what lessons we can learn about Children's Ministry, leadership and following Jesus.   For more Christmas inspiration, check out Jason's book, Holiday Road: A Christmas Devotional on Amazon. 

What skills do small group leaders and Sunday School teachers need to win with kids?  Today we will talk about three essential skills you can use for training your leaders to make them more effective in Children's Ministry.  

Is Children's Ministry real ministry or just babysitting? The answer to that question is a no brainer, and in this episode we'll talk about how God uses the awesome world Children's Ministry to change the lives of kids, leaders and parents.  If you're discouraged or wondering if your ministry to kids really matters, this is the episode you do not want to miss.  

In this episode we will finish our conversation on building healthy teams.  Today we will dive into the tough topics of how to help people think like a team and how to fight for team health.  

The health of our Children's Ministry depends on the health of our teams. In today's episode we will talk about how to build healthy teams and how to help our teams thrive.   

In today's episode we will wrap up our three-part storyteller training by hitting 12 tips that will set communicators up for success.  If you missed parts one and two, you can find those on episodes 18 & 20 of the podcast.  For more storytelling tips and training, check out BibleStoryCoach.com.  

How do you make the Sunday you promote kids to the next age or grade level awesome for families?  Whether you call it Move Up Sunday, Promotion Sunday or something else, there are some simple things you can do to be more intentional and set the families in your church up to win as they transition to a new room or grade.  

Ever feel lonely, discouraged or misunderstood in Children's Ministry?  Then this is the episode for you.  In this mini episode of the Simple Kidmin podcast we will look at the story of Hagar from the Old Testament and be reminded that God sees what we're going through and cares about us even in the hardest ministry seasons.  

This is part two of a three-part series on training for Children's Ministry storytellers and teachers.  Today we will look at how we can use our face, gestures and movement to bring the Bible to life.  For more storytelling tips and training, check out BibleStoryCoach.com.  

Easter Sunday is the biggest Sunday of the year in the life of the church.  In this episode we will talk about 8 things you can do to get ready to celebrate and welcome guests in your Children's Ministry on Easter Sunday.  

In this mini episode of Simple Kidmin, Jason shares an encouraging story to remind Children's Ministry leaders what we do really matters. Remember what Galatians 6:9 says. Don't give up!  

This is the first of a three-part episode focused on training for Children's Ministry storytellers and large group teachers.  Today we will look at the worst advice ever given to storytellers and several ways storytellers can use their voices to bring the Bible to life.  For more storytelling tips and training, check out BibleStoryCoach.com.      

After a three month hiatus, the Simple Kidmin podcast is back.  In this brief update Jason shares what he's been up to during this break and some of the awesome content you can look forward to in the coming months.   Look for a brand new episode coming out in the next couple of days. Don't forget, you can sign up for the Simple Kidmin newsletter over at SimpleKidmin.com so you don't miss any of the new content.   Also, check out Jason's other podcast (hmm, so that's where he's been), a weekly family devotional podcast called FamilyJetpack.com, a great resource to share with the families in your church.

In this episode we'll talk about how we can adjust our leadership to help our leaders grow through each stage of their development. We'll be looking at a tool called the Leadership Square from the book Building a Discipling Culture and explore how we can replace ourselves in Children's Ministry.  You can check out the show notes at SimpleKidmin.com and find family devotion resources at FamilyJetpack.com.

Learn more about Turkey Busters, a set of free Thanksgiving devotions you can use with the families in your church, at SimpleKidmin.com.

Do the parents in your church know what your Children’s Ministry is all about?  How do you communicate vision? If you want to get better at it then check this episode because we will be talking about five reasons you need to communicate vision to parents and seven vehicles to help you do it.  

How do you equip Children's Ministry leaders?  Today we're going to be talking about how we can create  unforgettable training experiences for our volunteers that challenge them, inspire them and set them up to win.  

What do parents think of your Children's Ministry the first time they visit?  Today we will be talking about how to serve parents and make sure they have the best experience possible.

Welcome to another Kidmin Coffee Break.  Today we're going to be talking about how to make time for the most important priorities in your ministry.  If you're living under the tyranny of the urgent, then this is an episode you won't want to miss.  

What’s it like to be a new kid in your Children’s Ministry?  Is it awesome or just okay? If you want to make sure that your guests have an amazing first experience, check out this episode where we will talk about eight things you can do help your first-time guests feel welcome.  

On today's coffee break we'll talk about three things to remember to help us become the smartest version of ourselves as Children's Ministry Leaders.  

Do you ever wish you could be more creative?  In this episode we will take a look at how you can cultivate your God-given creativity to discover outside-the-box solutions for the challenges you face in Children's Ministry.  

The Kidmin Coffee Break is a mini-episode of the Simple Kidmin Podcast where we sit down over our favorite beverage, catch our breath and get re-energized to lead well in Children's Ministry.  Today we're talking about how we can have the healthiest relationship possible with the leader who is supervising us in ministry.

How do you finish strong with 5th graders and help them to transition into Student Ministry?  Today we will talk about my church's process and amazing family event called 5th Grade Celebration.

In this episode we will look nine areas you need to consider if you want to make your Children's Ministry as safe as possible.  

The Kidmin Coffee Break is a mini-episode of the Simple Kidmin Podcast where we sit down over our favorite beverage, catch our breath and get re-energized to lead well in Children's Ministry.  Today we're talking about how God may want to use the conflict we experience in ministry for his good purposes.  

This is a quick update to let you know about a free Easter resource for families called Best Surprise Ever.  It's a seven-week Easter family devotional series available at SimpleKidmin.com.  

In today's episode we're going to look at ten simple steps to take when you have to initiate a hard conversation with parents.  

Our level of thankfulness reveals the condition of our hearts, shapes how we relate to other and determines the direction of our ministry.  In this episode we will discover three things that may hinder our gratitude and three "turkey busters" that will stop these selfish turkeys in our lives and children's ministries.

What's the best the way to respond when a parent brings a concern or suggestion about your Children's Ministry?  In this episode we will cover 9 tips to help you turn this potentially challenging situation into a great opportunity for ministry.

Are you taking time to rest and fill up with God or are you leading your Children's Ministry on fumes? In today's episode we'll talk about how you can develop a healthy rhythm of work and rest for your personal life, for your Children's Ministry and for your leaders.

Last year our church did a total reboot of our parent and baby dedication service, creating a brand new experience called Rooted.  In this episode we'll talk about what we changed to make it more intentional for families.

We work hard inviting new leaders to serve in Children's Ministry, but once we place them in the ministry are we setting them up to win?  In part two of this two part episode we'll cover four things that every new volunteer needs from us to succeed in their role.  

We work hard inviting new leaders to serve in Children's Ministry, but once we place them in the ministry are we setting them up to win?  In part one of this two part episode we'll cover four things that every new volunteer needs from us to succeed in their role.  

Welcome to the Simple Kidmin podcast. In this episode you'll meet Jason, discover what you can expect from this podcast and get a little dose of encouragement for your week.

Who are you?  Is your identity wrapped up in the Children's Ministry you lead or are you leading from a place of freedom as a kid of the King?  In this episode we'll talk about our identity in Christ and how to stay grounded in Him while leading God's kids.  

When families have questions about following Jesus and baptism, we invite them to KidSplash, a fun, interactive event that gets kids and parents talking about faith at home.  Check out pictures, video and the rest of the show notes at SimpleKidmin.com.