Trends Tips and Thoughts in Children’s Ministry May 17, 2013

Trends Tips Thoughts in Childrens Ministry

 

Trends, Tips, and Thoughts is a weekly roundup of good articles to read for personal and professional development in children’s ministry and leadership.

 

“Why French Kids Don’t Have ADHD” -Psychology Today

Different classification systems. Different parental structure. Different approach. But is there really a difference? Let us know your thoughts below.

 

“Abercrombie and Fitch Become Clothing Choice of Homeless” – Relevant Magazine

Fitch is no stranger when it comes to appalling adults everywhere with trying to get young children to dress with as little as possible. Recently the owner of A & F make a bold statement saying his clothing are made only for “cool kids.” One daring soul decided to make A & F the brand of people that didn’t quite make the “cool” cut.

 

“Seven Behaviors Your Kids are Guaranteed to Copy” – Confessions of a Parent

Kids don’t just “become.” They are shaped.

 

Feel free to comment below on insights from the articles above.

 

*Children’s Ministry Network does not necessarily endorse the articles presented. Rather, they are presented for thought, development, and dialogue.

 

Children’s Ministry Conference Fall 2013

Childrens Ministry Conference

 

Spring has rolled by. Summer is on us. And we are already thinking about the fall line-up. Many of you are trying to decide which national Children’s Ministry Conference to attend this fall. Here are some options for you:

 

September 12-14

Who: CM Leader’s Conference (International Network of Children’s Ministy)

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Pricing: $99- $189

 

September 25-26

Who: D6

Location: Dallas, TX

Pricing: $70- $199

 

October 7-10

Who: Lifeway’s Kids Ministry Conference

Location: Nashville, TN

Pricing: $275-$329

 

October 11-14

Who: Group Resources Kidmin Conference

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Pricing: Between $289- $399

 

October 16-18

Who: D6

Location: Louisville, KY

Pricing: $149- $319

 

 

Know of any other national conferences? Make mention of them in the comment section below.

Trends, Tips, and Thoughts April 20, 2013

 

Trends, Tips, and Thoughts is a weekly roundup of good articles to read for personal and professional development in children’s ministry and leadership.

 

Childrensministry.com– “What New Parents Need from Your Nursery”

          This is a great article to review to help you get a fresh perspective on what parents and visitors see and need every time they walk through the doors of your nursery. Take a look.

 Dale Hudson 6 Benefits of Serving in Children’s Ministry

          Dale shares part of his children’s ministry volunteer orientation with us. Great ideas to implement as we train our children’s ministry leaders within our church.

Jenny Funderburke on  Ministry-to-Children.com – Preparing for Weekends with Lots of Visitors

           Mother’s Day will be here in just a matter of weeks. Mother’s Day is the third highest visitor-attracting weekend for most church (and in some cases second highest!) These tips from Jenny will help you get everything in shape as you prepare for lots of people!