In this special episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump welcomes Ben Fowlkes, a seasoned kids pastor, camp speaker, and YouTube icon known as Big Kid Ben.

Ben shares his journey from being a former clown to a children's ministry leader and discusses his passion for spreading joy and teaching kids about Jesus. The conversation dives into maintaining God as the center of ministry, the importance of creativity, and avoiding burnout by understanding true identity.

Ben offers valuable insights on tapping into God-given creativity, collaborating with others, and staying organized to effectively plant seeds of faith in children.

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Join host Tom Bump and his guest Cole Rice as they discuss calling, fun in Kidmin, and how a simple invitation changed everything. 

This is a special edition of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, and you won't want to miss this one. 

Join host Tom Bump in this insightful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast as he delves into the world of creative storytelling with special guest Scott Humston.

Scott, a seasoned storyteller and illusionist with over 30 years in ministry, shares his journey, tips, and principles that can make your teaching engaging and memorable.

Learn about effective storytelling techniques, the power of curiosity, and why the gospel deserves our best creativity. Plus, discover innovative projects like the Wow VBS and a groundbreaking global survey on the state of children's ministry.

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re you just tired from ministry, or are you actually burning out? In this crucial episode, we dive deep into the difference between normal ministry fatigue and dangerous burnout. Learn the warning signs specific to kids ministry, hear real stories of hope and recovery, and discover practical next steps whether you're tired, exhausted, or in full burnout. This episode could save your ministry - and your faith."

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In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump welcomes back children's ministry expert and newly published author, David Reneau. Discussing his new book, 'Next Level Kidmin: The Children's Pastor's Practical Guide to Building a Thriving Ministry,'

This is a great book for any Childrens Ministry Leader.

To buy the book head to https://davidreneau.org

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In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the impact of language in ministry leadership.

He emphasizes the importance of using empowering and uplifting language rather than negative and discouraging speech

We must be very careful that our words don't limit our leadership. Take a listen for some solid steps on how to change your language and change your leadership influence! 

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump shares insights on achieving Super Summer Simplicity in children's ministry.

Listeners can discover practical strategies to maintain a high-impact ministry

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump dives into the critical balance between leadership roles in children's ministry.

Tom shares practical advice on nurturing and leading with compassion, drawing examples from biblical figures such as David, Nehemiah, and Jesus.

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In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of evaluating your ministry's past year and planning for future growth.

He provides actionable tips on how to assess spiritual growth, curriculum effectiveness, and volunteer performance.

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In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump dives into essential changes needed in children's ministry.

Exploring insights from the KMC Facebook community, the episode discusses balancing fun with discipleship, equipping parents with practical resources, and encouraging kids to be active participants rather than mere consumers.

Tom also shares wisdom on overcoming leadership limits and leveraging both digital and live teaching methods. Packed with actionable advice and heartfelt reflections, this episode is a call to innovate and grow in serving children's spiritual needs.

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