This episode recaps a wildly fun and impactful Awana Club fundraiser—complete with flying pies, big laughs, and generous hearts. Tune in for a look at how events like this strengthen community and discipleship. It’s a celebration of kids, leaders, and the joy of giving with purpose.

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How do we help kids move beyond memorizing verses to truly understanding and applying them? In this episode, we share five practical ways to build long-term Scripture memory through engaging activities, real-world connections, and fun review strategies. Tune in for creative tips to make God’s Word stick for life!

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In this special episode, we join Melanie Hester as she speaks with Kenneth Padgett, the director of Dwell Kids, about the importance of discipleship, family engagement with scripture, and the role of storytelling in shaping children’s faith. Kenneth shares his journey into family discipleship and emphasizes the need for accessible resources to help families connect with God’s word. In this conversation, Melanie Hester and Kenneth Padgett explore the complexities of family discipleship, emphasizing the challenges parents face in nurturing their children’s faith.  The conversation highlights practical steps families can take to create meaningful discipleship moments at home, particularly during significant times like Holy Week.

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Download your copy of our Journey Through Holy Week guide.

Sign up for a free trial of the Dwell Kids app.

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Sharing the Gospel is at the heart of Awana, but it’s easy to feel tongue-tied in the moment. In this episode, Bob Bennett and Kris Wood break down the essentials of sharing the Gospel, common pitfalls to avoid and practical tips to communicate the good news with clarity and confidence.

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Learn more about Bob Bennett and his ministry.

Find your local Awana missionary.

For more Awana Clubs resources visit clubs.awana.org

For more information about sharing the Gospel, go to https://childdiscipleship.com/resource/how-to-share-the-gospel-with-kids/.

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Looking for fresh ideas to keep your Awana club thriving? In this episode, we share 10 practical tips—from engaging parents and planning theme nights to creative outreach and fun games. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just getting started, these ideas will help you inspire kids, grow your club, and celebrate every win.

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Learn more about Bob Bennett and his ministry.

Find your local Awana missionary.

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In this episode, Bob Bennett sits down with Amy—a dedicated teacher, pastor’s wife, and longtime Awana participant. Amy shares how her journey in Awana as a child shaped her faith, influenced her role as a mother and continues to impact the next generation through her ministry with young children. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to ministry, this episode reminds you of the lasting influence of investing in children’s spiritual growth.

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The Awana Clubs Podcast is the audio home for all things Awana Clubs. Each week we equip, engage, and inspire local leaders and parents who are committed to resilient child discipleship. New episodes every Tuesday!

Learn more about Bob Bennett and his ministry.

Find your local Awana missionary.

For more Awana Clubs resources visit clubs.awana.org.

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Awana missionary provides five different ways for an Awana club leader, or any child disciplemaker, to measure how effective (or successful) they are at discipleship.

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The Awana Clubs Podcast is the audio home for all things Awana Clubs. Each week we equip, engage, and inspire local leaders and parents who are committed to resilient child discipleship. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read the article Linnea mentioned in this episode.

Learn more about Tim and Linnea Sandvall and their ministry.

Contact our Partner Care Team 866-292-6227 or email them today.

Find your local Awana missionary.

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Linnea Sandvall, Awana missionary, tackles an issue that every leader has faced or will face during their time in ministry in this episode. That issue is, what to do when ministry feels more like a “have to” rather than a “get to?” Linnea provides six practical ways for leaders to check in with themselves in they find they are in this position, and most important she provides encouraging reminders from Scripture near the end of this episode. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES

The Awana Clubs Podcast is the audio home for all things Awana Clubs. Each week we equip, engage, and inspire local leaders and parents who are committed to resilient child discipleship. New episodes every Tuesday!

Learn more about Tim and Linnea Sandvall and their ministry.

Contact our Partner Care Team 866-292-6227 or email them today.

Find your local Awana missionary.

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Week after week, we work hard to disciple the children in our Awana Club; if we’re honest, sometimes we’re unsure if they are listening. Be encouraged! They are listening and God’s word never returns void. In this podcast, Kris Wood talks with Jensen Koch about how God continues to use Awana to make an impact on her and others around her.

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In this episode of the Awana Clubs podcast, host Bob Bennett and Mike Reed discuss the vital role of Awana missionaries in building relationships within the church community, the importance of faith support, and the need for more missionaries to reach children with the gospel. They explore Discover Awana, which helps potential missionaries understand their calling, and emphasize the unique talents each individual brings to ministry. The conversation highlights the organization’s goal to raise 40 new missionaries in the coming years.

SHOW NOTES

Learn more about Bob Bennett and his ministry.

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