The Kidmin Huddle

What Every Kidmin Leader Needs to Know

There are 5 big things every kidmin leader needs to know: the why behind children's ministry, how to use every minute, how to lead a child to Christ, how to explain theology, and that their faith matters. Eternity is at stake. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Intentional Children's Ministry - https://link.amazon/B0842VeAb Believer's Baptism - https://link.amazon/B0grtBbdz Roll-&-Thank Prayer Activity - https://amberpike.org/blog/f/roll--thanks-an-interactive-prayer-station-of-thanksgiving Leading a Child to Christ Card - https://store.renewanation.org/products/leading-a-child-to-christ-card?_pos=1&_psq=leading&_psid=8d8a1a029&_ss=e Leading a Child to Christ Blog - https://www.renewanation.org/post/six-recommendations-for-leading-a-child-to-christ

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More Than Sunday School Theology

Becky Spence from Raising Rooted Disciples joined Amber for this podcast, where they talked about the why and practical how-tos of deepening theology in Sunday school and ministry. Find out more about Becky and Raising Rooted Disciples at: https://raisingrooteddisciples.com/ Follow Becky online: https://www.instagram.com/raisingrooteddisciples/

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Spotting Moralistic Theology

Is your children's ministry curriculum teaching moralistic theology? In this episode, Amber shares examples of moralistic theology in curriculum and gives you tips on how to teach children the character of God and the narrative of Scripture. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Curriculum Checklist - https://familyministry.org/curriculum/ Top 50 Bible Lessons About Ordinary People in God's Extraordinary Plan - https://link.amazon/B00X0nOZj Praise Him: 30 Day Family Devotional - https://link.amazon/B043EhPr8

Equipping Parents to Share the Gospel with Dr. Cole Sandlin

Since parents are called to be the primary disciple-makers, we as ministry leaders need to equip them to share the gospel at home. Dr. Cole Sandlin joins Amber for this episode to share his insight as both a father and ministry leader on how to share the gospel at home. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Great News: A Family Walk Through the Gospel by Dr. Cole Sandlin - https://shop.renewanation.org/products/great-news-a-family-walk-through-the-gospel OR https://link.amazon/B0j5Fqj4R

Teaching the Character and Attributes of God

In order for children to follow God, they must first know who He is. In this episode, Amber not only gives the why behind teaching the attributes of God but shares practical ways to do so both in the home and the classroom. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: God You Are - https://amzn.to/46d5kI2 One Big Story Bible Storybook - https://amzn.to/3UIms5Q Praise Him Family Devotional - https://amzn.to/4xjvZht Who is God Curriculum (RenewaNation) - https://store.renewanation.org/products/who-is-god-series?_pos=3&_sid=c6cad7b7e&_ss=r Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4r0Ct33 This list may contain affiliate links. If you decide to purchase through them, Amber may earn a small commission at no extra expense to you, but she only shares things she actually uses, loves, and endorses!

Love It or Leave It: 12 Kidmin Things

What am I loving or leaving right now? Find out in this episode. Also, if you need some ministry encouragement, this episode is for you. Resources Mentioned in the Podcast: 1. Making Marriage Easier by Arlene Pellicane - https://amzn.to/4dh3Vnt 2. 6:14 Ministries - https://614ministries.org/home 3. I Made It, by CAIN - https://youtu.be/iX-FfvtX4Ow?si=o9DD-OU772c9SdLX 4. One Way Gospel Trick - https://www.youtube.com/@AmberPike_IntentionalKidmin 5. Fall Prayer Kit - https://amberpike.org/shop/ols/products/fall-family-prayer-kit 6. Dylan Arms Worship - https://www.dylanarmskidsworship.com/ 7. Screen Kids by Arlene Pellican - https://amzn.to/4gDIIoM 8. Parenting Generation Screen by Jonathon McKee - https://amzn.to/4d8Dxfp 9. AI Powered Church by Anthony Hunt - https://amzn.to/461DE8N 10. Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/

How Deep is Too Deep When Teaching Theology to Kids?

Do kids need to be taught doctrine and theology, or just told some Bible stories until they are older? In this episode, Amber gives 5 practical ways to deepen your lessons to children, giving them a deep foundation of faith. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Top 50 Bible Lessons Book - https://amzn.to/4c8GKLN Exploring the Bible Through History - https://amzn.to/3SP7xGm Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4gRQI6Q RenewaNation Curriculum - https://familyministry.org/curriculum/

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What Every Parent Needs to Know and How to Communicate It

What does every parent in your ministry need to know? And how can you communicate that through your programming? This episode shares 3 things every parent needs to know and how your ministry decisions can communicate them. Mentioned in this episode: The Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/

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Is Your Calendar Too Full?

What events are on your calendar? And why? This episode will challenge you to think through the events you do, how you are equipping parents to disciple, and maybe even give you permission to take things off your calendar. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/ Back to School Prayer Kit - https://amberpike.org/shop/ols/products/back-to-school-family-prayer-kit Family Discipleship Events - https://amberpike.org/shop/ols/categories/events

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Weariness, Spiritual Battles, & Staying Vigilant

Are you feeling a little weary? Galatians 6:9 reminds us not to give up. This episode will give you not just encouragement to keep going when things get tough, but some practical advice from the trenches.

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6 Ways to Manage Behavior

We've all had classes where behavior was out of control, and kids weren't listening. While the first steps toward good behavior start in the planning phase, this episode covers 6 ways you can see behavioral improvement.

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What Are You Inviting Children Back To?

You've had an event, and now you are inviting kids and families to come back. But what are you inviting them back to, and is it enough to make them want to stay? Mentioned in this episode: The Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/

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Movie Day Alternatives

If you're planning a movie day, whether it's an event or a class alternative, this episode will challenge you to think about your why. If your goal is discipleship, this episode will give you some great, practical movie day alternatives. Looking for great discipleship events, check out amberpike.org/shop and familyministry.org for ideas!

How to Prepare Kids & Parents for Communion

How is your church teaching children the importance of communion? How are you preparing parents to lead their children in communion? In this episode, Amber shares practical tips and tools to both teach children the significance of communion and to prepare parents to teach their children about it as well. Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Parenting in the Pew - https://amzn.to/4vkZpL8 Parent Communion Training Video: https://youtu.be/0bUh89IZWK8 Lord's Supper Family Devotional Video: https://youtu.be/4H99FLtvD5A Lord's Supper Sermon Notes: https://amberpike.org/shop/ols/products/lords-supper-sermon-notes

A Stressful Season of Kidmin or Unhealthy Habits

Sure. Some seasons of kidmin are inherently stressful. (VBS season, anyone?) But is it just a stressful season, or have you developed some unhealthy habits? In this episode, Amber walks you through four unhealthy habits in kidmin and gives you some practical suggestions on what to do to reduce stress.

Training Teens to Lead

Are you training teenagers to effectively serve in kidmin? Camp and VBS offer many opportunities for teens to lead, but to lead effectively, they need some training. Like this episode? Follow Amber on Social Media! https://www.instagram.com/amberpike_intentionalkidmin/ https://www.facebook.com/amber.pike.54 https://www.facebook.com/groups/familyministrycommunity

Choosing YOUR Right Curriculum

How do you decide which curriculum among the over 80 companies is the right one for your church? In this episode, Amber gives you steps to take and lots of questions to ask when deciding what curriculum to use in your ministry. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Exploring the Bible Through History - https://amzn.to/4v74d7g Top 50 Bible Lesson Book - https://amzn.to/3SEwV0U Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4eg2ANu RenewaNation Curriculum - https://familyministry.org/curriculum/

Children's Ministry and/or Family Ministry

Children's Ministry can and should be done with a family-first mentality. Whether you have a position change to a family ministry leader or remain in children's ministry, you can and should be equipping parents to disciple. Pulling from years as a Director of Family Ministry, Amber shares from experience how you can do both children's and family ministry. Want to learn more? Check out these great resources: The Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/ 1:1 Coaching - https://familyministry.org/childrens-ministry-coaching/ Intentional Children's Ministry - https://shop.renewanation.org/products/intentional-childrens-ministry-how-your-church-can-disciple-children-with-a-lifelong-faith-in-jesus-pre-order-to-be-released-january-2025

Interactive Teaching Engagement Ideas

Teaching time is where it's at in children's ministry. In this episode, Amber shares some fun, interactive teaching activities to make lesson time come alive. Resources mentioned in the episode: Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4e1LByl Dry Erase Pockets - https://amzn.to/4wZRPr4 Wiki Sticks - https://amzn.to/49uKXrU Magic Water Soluble Paper - https://amzn.to/4o0EJ99 Donkey Hat - https://amzn.to/4x3U5NY Shark Hat - https://amzn.to/3PNmd7v Ear Headband - https://amzn.to/4dW26Mp Fire Headband - https://amzn.to/4uduobo This list may contain affiliate links. If you decide to purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra expense to you. I only share things I actually use, love, and endorse!

Healthy Churches & Ministry Leaders with Stan and Josh Givens

What does a healthy church look like? What does healthy leadership look like? In this episode, Amber is joined by Stan Givens (a senior pastor with over 40 years of experience) and his son and ministry partner, Josh Givens (of 6:14 Ministries). Join the conversation for practical advice that will help you disciple and remain in ministry for the long haul. Learn more about 6:14 Ministries: https://614ministries.org/ Listen to their podcast, The Shepherds Circle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shepherds-circle/id1796331013

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