Honouring God Through Stewardship: Balancing Your Children's Church Budget
Managing a children's church budget can feel overwhelming, especially with limited resources and growing ministry needs. However, with faithful stewardship, strategic planning, and smart financial management, you can create an engaging, Christ-centered experience for children without financial strain. This blog explores practical ways to balance your budget while honoring God, including assessing income and expenses, prioritizing essentials, following church financial guidelines, and maximizing available resources. It also highlights the importance of unity in ministry, trusting God’s provision, and even sowing into missions. A great tool for teaching biblical stewardship is the A Cheerful Giver curriculum from Kidzconnectsa, helping children understand that giving is an act of worship. Read the full blog to learn how to manage your children’s ministry finances wisely while walking in faith and unity!
Creating a Safe and Spiritually Enriching Children’s Ministry- Guidelines for Churches
Shaping the Next Generation Children’s ministry is a big responsibility requiring devotion to God and a heart for children. Volunteers must be faithful, available, and teachable (F.A.T.), always God-focused and child-focused.
Kids and Family Devotion: The Lord Looks at Our Hearts
📖 Lesson 1 from KidzConnectSA’s Impact and Influence Curriculum "The Lord does not make decisions like man. Man judges by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." – 1 Samuel 16:7 (NLT)
Engaging Pre-Service Activities for Kids’ Ministry
Creating a Fun & Engaging Pre-Service Experience for Kids’ Ministry Looking for creative pre-service activities to engage kids before church starts? From prayer & praise tables to board games, building blocks, and scripture memory challenges, these ideas help children feel welcome, burn off energy, and prepare their hearts for worship. Plus, if your budget allows, consider family-friendly activities like mini golf, air hockey, or basketball hoops to encourage parent-child connection before the service. If you can’t afford it yet—start dreaming and trusting God! Check out these fun, faith-filled ideas to transform your kids’ ministry experience. Read more now!