An open letter to the children’s minister who feels like a failure
Dear Children’s Minister, Let me tell you, I’ve been there. Only two volunteers showed up for training. A well-prepared, super-creative Bible lesson was drowned out by third-grade giggles. The facilities director pointed out the decorations were a fire hazard. A disgruntled…
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5 Vital Ministries for 2017
in Lead, Volunteers onThe start of a new year provides the opportunity for ministry leaders to reflect and assess their focus and the health of their church. It’s often the best time to develop a new game plan. These five vital ministry areas…
How to Avoid a Grinch Attitude This Christmas
in Lead, Volunteers onFeeling a bit pressured this month? With just a few days left until Christmas, the roads aren’t the only place where rage can spoil your holiday cheer. Now, more than ever, your family, volunteers, and co-workers, will need an extra dose of…
4 Ways to Flip a Flop
in Lead, Volunteers onI’ll admit it. I’m a perfectionist. I don’t like to make mistakes. Over the years I’ve come to realize that perfection is not an indicator of ministry success. There’s value in the process, even if it means messing up along…
Devotion for Sunday School Teachers | Teaching Styles
A devotion for Sunday school teachers from Heartfelt Thanks for Helping Kids Love Jesus: I’d always thought of myself as the song and dance queen of Sunday school teachers. I put on puppet shows, did clever crafts, and took field…