January 10, 2010
We Call It Kids Camp
A week at Northshore Christian Church’s Kids’ Camp shows how children’s outreach can welcome families, teach the gospel, and bear lasting fruit in a new congregation.
Articles for tag: Children’s Ministry
December 30, 2009
Leading the Discussion
Christian Standard previews its 2010 editorial year, including 12 special themed issues, a new lineup of “Reflections” writers, and an invitation for readers to join the conversation.
November 8, 2009
City Centered: Making a Difference One Relationship at a Time
Hope Inner City serves Cincinnati through long-term relationships, challenging program-driven assumptions and showing how urban ministry can prioritize presence, discipleship, and faithful love.
January 11, 2009
VBS: Testing the Best
LifeSpring Christian Church helped Standard Publishing field-test its “Studio GO! Game Show” VBS course, giving children a full VBS experience while staff and volunteers evaluated materials for improvement.
Ministry Innovations and Changes
Megachurch and emerging megachurch leaders share ministry examples tied to growth—from outreach and new worship venues to staffing, small-group focus, and strategic changes that helped their churches expand.
January 16, 2008
God’s Word, Our Opportunity
A simple weeknight habit—opening the Bible with your children—can shape a child’s spiritual direction for life. Parents don’t need a complex plan; they can begin by reading Scripture together at home.
January 13, 2008
Giving Preteens a SuperStart!
Many churches are losing fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade students who don’t fit children’s ministry or junior high. Patrick Snow explains why intentional preteen ministry helps them grasp the gospel and find their place in the church.
January 13, 2008
A Simple Plan for Children’s and Youth Ministers Threatened by Burnout
Children’s and youth ministers often feel trapped on a nonstop treadmill of programs. Learn practical ways to prevent burnout by managing time well, building relationships, narrowing focus, and leading with a team.
January 13, 2008
Mentoring Fourth-Grade Boys!
A shortage of male role models is shaping boys in schools and churches alike. Andy Hansen urges men to step into children’s ministry, showing how steady presence, prayer, and simple acts of care can influence young lives for decades.
December 2, 2007
How Hope International University Is Training Second-Career Ministers
Hope International University’s SALT program partners with local churches to create flexible, accredited five-week online courses. Churches request training topics, Hope designs the course, and an on-site mentor helps apply learning locally.
October 14, 2007
TRIED & TRUE: Vacation Bible School
A Plainfield Christian Church leader shares a memorable VBS offering moment—and practical principles for planning, training workers, involving staff, and building relationships to help Vacation Bible School thrive.
Standard Publishing Announces Recipients of Christian Education Awards
Standard Publishing named 14 students from Christian colleges in the U.S. and Canada as recipients of its 2007 award for outstanding promise in Christian education, recognizing excellence, character, and ministry potential.
February 4, 2007
MULTISITE CHURCHES: It Works for Us
LifeBridge Christian Church shares what it learned taking a big step of faith into DVD preaching for multisite ministry—what worked, what mattered more, and why leadership, volunteers, and coordination make the difference.
October 11, 2006
The Perfect Solution?
A radio report about video screens on grocery carts prompts a challenge to parents and churches: don’t let media replace conversation and relationship. What happens when keeping kids quiet matters more than engaging them?
September 27, 2006
Interview with Ruth Wingfield
Ruth Wingfield explains how VBS became a powerful outreach at First Christian Church in Florissant, Missouri—covering scheduling, early planning, volunteer recruitment, and follow-up that connects children and families to ongoing church life.
June 4, 2006
Have We Lost Our Focus?
When churches use raffles, prizes, or entertainment to boost attendance, what are they teaching people to expect? This article contrasts gimmicks with prayer, fasting, and missional love as the truer path to lasting growth.
3 WOMEN IN MINISTRY: ‘I Couldn’t Be More Thrilled’
Linda Ahlgrim reflects on stepping into an “interim” children’s ministry director role, serving on the same church staff as her husband, and persevering through the constant pressure of recruiting volunteers—while finding deep joy in shaping young lives.
3 WOMEN IN MINISTRY: ‘There’s Nothing I’d Rather Do!’
Debbie Jones reflects on her calling to ministry, the expectations women often face, and the ways churches can encourage women to develop and use their gifts to build up Christ’s church.
December 11, 2005
Committed to Coaching
Coaching helped Bob Harrington lead through early church-planting heartbreak and grow as a leader. Learn what ministerial coaching is, how it serves planters and staff, and how Church Coaching Solutions trains coaches for Restoration Movement leaders.
November 13, 2005
Making an Eternal Difference: An Interview With Kay Moll
Kay Moll, Standard Publishing’s Vacation Bible School director, explains why VBS remains one of the church’s strongest outreach tools and how churches are adapting VBS resources for flexible, year-round ministry.
