In church on Sunday, I had a conversation about telling friends about Jesus. One example was to do it at school. One kid said they weren't allowed and that it was written in their planners that the school provides them. I hadn't heard this before and it surprised me. What is the law on this?... Continue Reading →
Parenting | Kidmin at Home (via Dan Scott Blog)
While our church does not use 252 Basics, there are some principles here in this blog that translate very easily. In other words, just change the titles of the resources to LEDGE Connection and the Living Inside Out at Home page. Good stuff! As most of you know, I’m a HUGE 252Basics fan. I love... Continue Reading →
Chat Show (Vol.1, Iss.8): Moshi Monsters, “Hi” and Hair
In this edition of Chat with Pastor Steve, I received a simple "hi," a comment to grow my hair and a question about an online game called Moshi Monsters. Enjoy! (Leaders and parents, get to know what kids are into to increase your relational connections and satisfaction!) Comments: Hi. // Hola! Halo! Salud! Bonjour! Konnichiwa!... Continue Reading →
Kidmin Equipping Event Recap (With Aaron Reynolds)
This past weekend our church had the privilege of hosting Aaron Reynolds, creative children's ministry trainer. I wish I could box up the event and deliver it live to anyone who was not able to attend. There's a lot in this entry so I'll give you a summary so you can get to what you're... Continue Reading →
Chat Show (Vol.1, Iss.7): Narnia, Cavemen, Cows and Adventure Cards
Fun stuff this week at the LEDGE. Check out a family experience announcement, a cow joke, questions about our new adventure card program and...cavemen. Joke: You were so weird you fed your cow cash and credit cards to see if you could get rich milk. B.C. Gr.5 Questions: Why do we have the cards? H.R.... Continue Reading →
Top 100 Children’s Ministry Blogs
Check it out: I'm number 79 on the Ministry to Children top 100 blog list. I'm not sure how I made this list as I'm quite certain only my mom reads these posts. 🙂 Some of my favourites on the list are Sam Luce, Lemon Lime Kids, Kidologist, Jim Wideman and Belly Flop (Roger Fields).... Continue Reading →
Should Kids Bring Their Bibles to Church?
I found an interesting blog by a children's pastor named Sam Luce. Most kids at our church don't bring their Bibles to church. I'd like to change that. But I also think that I and our teachers need to be more mindful of having kids use their Bibles when they bring them. Check it out,... Continue Reading →
Chat Show (Vol.1, Iss.6): Trading Cards and Orphans in Kenya
There is stuff to talk about even though I didn't receive any submissions from kids this week. Parents: if you have any questions you want your kids to ask for you, have them fill out a form (wink, wink). Announcements: New Bible Reading Challenge for the Fall (go here). Great Adventure Cards (new trading card... Continue Reading →
An Unusual Perspective for Dealing with Bullies
Seeing or hearing of children bullied and mistreated pains me. I know how a sensitive child can be easily taken advantage of. I was one. Nasty comments or simply perceived threats can cause deep emotional pain and leave scars that effect a person for the rest of their lives. So what can children do when... Continue Reading →
Chat Show (Vol.1, Iss.5): Trampled by a Dog and a Joke
This short issue is just about a boy who got walked on by a big dog! Comment: Two weeks ago I got trampled by my friend's king shepherd. A.K., Gr.4 // I bet that was a little scary. When I was a teenager, I was delivering papers and this big shepherd dog broke his chain... Continue Reading →
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