by Matt Guevara | Jul 13, 2016 | Articles
I’ve been reading, praying, and processing through the events our nation witnessed last week, considering their impact on children’s and family ministry. In many ways, I’ve been hoping other wiser, experienced kidmin leaders would lend their voice to these issues. In...
by Meg Calvin | Jun 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
Let’s talk worship wars. No, not the one about drums in church (so “nineties”)-let’s talk about children’s church. There seems to be two schools of thought on the issue. One values the child being physically present the entire worship...
by Jesse Smith | May 16, 2016 | Resources, Reviews
As children’s ministry leaders we all face the question: “What Bible would you recommend for my child?” My answer typically depends on the child’s age and how long the families have been attending church but I typically land on one of two...
by Meg Calvin | May 10, 2016 | Books
Fans blow as the kids enter the classroom. A candle is aflame on the center of the table, which is adorned with a red table cloth. The seating chart has been designed based on the personalities of the group. Each chair faces a Bible, pencil and a language scramble as...
by Jesse Smith | May 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
This month the Cory Center staff is focusing on books that we think will help you inspire your team, grow your ministry, or simply challenge you personally. I love reading. Books allow you to explore the thoughts of others and often challenge what may have become a...
by Matt Guevara | Apr 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
Last month, Dr. Denise Muir-Kjesbo shared this question with the students of the Advanced Certificate in Children’s Ministry: How do you get the right people into the right roles and keep them there? Here’s what we learned from this incredible...
by Allie Klopenstein | Apr 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever taken a road trip, then you understand the importance of mile markers. They clue you in to where you are. How much farther you have until you cross the state line. How long until you arrive at that much needed gas station or rest area. In life, we have...
by Meg Calvin | Apr 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
“Now we are opening the door. After this we will get in the car. Mommy is buckling up while Daddy gets your snack-snack.” My newborn daughter stared back at me through her car-seat mirror. Dialogue such as this had become all too common in our household....
by Jesse Smith | Apr 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Around 2006 I picked up George Barna’s book, Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions and a transformation began within my ministry. His book, and God’s guiding, led me to attend seminary, change my focus, and eventually led to being called to a new...
by Allie Klopenstein | Mar 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you are anything like me, as soon as the New Year arrives, your thoughts fast forward. In the midst of your normal ministry, you begin planning for a big summer event: Vacation Bible School. And while prepping for VBS can be a really fun and exciting experience, it...
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