It’s funny that some of the most ordinary things can bring us comfort. Our own bed, when we have been away from it for a while, can seem like a full body hug of comfort. Food can bring comfort too, like…
It has been said that the rich have an advantage over the poor–they already know that money can’t make them happy. Jesus was saying something similar when He said that God blessed those who were poor in spirit. When…
Looking for a fun movie to take your kids to this Holiday Season? One that promotes loyalty to friends, forgiveness, courage and being open to the dreams God has for your life. Then this movie is for you. In…
You may be thinking, Roanoke Jones isn’t a Christmas series. I have to use Elevate’s Professor Playtime’s Christmas Shop Of Wonders every Christmas because it is the only dedicated Christmas series from Elevate. Well, we are here to tell…
Children’s Ministry Conferences Elevate
Q&A: “How can I extend my weekend curriculum to Wednesday nights?”
Seven Ways To Extend Your Curriculum There are many ways to extend your curriculum an extra hour or even two. In Elevate, we’ve purposefully included additional small group activities and review games that you can use in an additional…
One of the best things about children’s ministry is the team of people you serve with each and every day – and the FC Kids Ministry has a position open on our team! We are looking for someone who…
Children’s Ministry Conferences Volunteers
Q&A: “What should a volunteer schedule look like to avoid burnout?”
A Balanced Spiritual Life This is a common question in any ministry, but especially for those working with children. The easy answer is balance and consistency, but the logistical answer depends on your church schedule. Let’s start with balance.…
When my girls were younger and I would pick them up after church each weekend, my usual question of “How was church?” was met with an unenthusiastic “Fine.” Or if I changed the question up and asked, “Did you…
Children’s Ministry Elevate FC Kids
Q&A: “How many games should you plan for one children’s service?”
To answer the question “How many games should you plan for one children’s service?” we have to go back to why we use games in the first place. We believe that children learn while having fun, which is why…
Recently I was asked to review the upcoming movie Miracles from Heaven set to be released on March 18, 2016. The movie is based on the true story of a 12-year-old girl named Anna Beam living in Burleson, Texas.…