The Kidmin Huddle

How do you decide which curriculum among the over 80 companies is the right one for your church? In this episode, Amber gives you steps to take and lots of questions to ask when deciding what curriculum to use in your ministry. 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Exploring the Bible Through History - https://amzn.to/4v74d7g

Top 50 Bible Lesson Book - https://amzn.to/3SEwV0U

Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4eg2ANu

RenewaNation Curriculum - https://familyministry.org/curriculum/

Children's Ministry can and should be done with a family-first mentality. Whether you have a position change to a family ministry leader or remain in children's ministry, you can and should be equipping parents to disciple. 

Pulling from years as a Director of Family Ministry, Amber shares from experience how you can do both children's and family ministry. 

Want to learn more? Check out these great resources:

The Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/family-ministry-academy/

1:1 Coaching - https://familyministry.org/childrens-ministry-coaching/

Intentional Children's Ministry - https://shop.renewanation.org/products/intentional-childrens-ministry-how-your-church-can-disciple-children-with-a-lifelong-faith-in-jesus-pre-order-to-be-released-january-2025

Teaching time is where it's at in children's ministry. In this episode, Amber shares some fun, interactive teaching activities to make lesson time come alive. 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Intentional Children's Ministry - https://amzn.to/4e1LByl
• Dry Erase Pockets - https://amzn.to/4wZRPr4
• Wiki Sticks - https://amzn.to/49uKXrU
• Magic Water Soluble Paper - https://amzn.to/4o0EJ99
• Donkey Hat - https://amzn.to/4x3U5NY
• Shark Hat - https://amzn.to/3PNmd7v
• Ear Headband - https://amzn.to/4dW26Mp
• Fire Headband - https://amzn.to/4uduobo

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What does a healthy church look like? What does healthy leadership look like? In this episode, Amber is joined by Stan Givens (a senior pastor with over 40 years of experience) and his son and ministry partner, Josh Givens (of 6:14 Ministries). Join the conversation for practical advice that will help you disciple and remain in ministry for the long haul. 

Learn more about 6:14 Ministries: https://614ministries.org/

Listen to their podcast, The Shepherds Circle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shepherds-circle/id1796331013

Flannelgraphs. Silly bands. Veggie Tales. We've seen trends come and go (and some come back) in kidmin, but in this episode, we'll learn what never goes out of style in children's ministry. This episode will encourage and challenge you. 

Resources Mentioned: 

Intentional Children's Ministry - https://shop.renewanation.org/products/intentional-childrens-ministry-how-your-church-can-disciple-children-with-a-lifelong-faith-in-jesus-pre-order-to-be-released-january-2025

Family Ministry Academy - https://familyministry.org/

Flannelgraph Tutorial on IG - https://www.instagram.com/amberpike_intentionalkidmin/

After two decades of taking kids to camp, Amber shares some must-haves to add to your packing list and things that will make your week of camp easier. 

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

• Manderley Christian Camp - https://www.manderley.camp/
• Hair Tinsel - https://amzn.to/4trlmqJ
• Pop Up Stool - https://amzn.to/42wmJte
• Spot It - https://amzn.to/3R4yAMQ
• Puke Bags - https://amzn.to/42A0mTM

*This list may contain affiliate links. If you decide to purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra expense to you. I only share things I actually use, love, and endorse!

In this episode, Amber catches up with author friend Joshua Cooley to talk about his new book, Heroes of the Bible Devotional 2. 

• Why do kids need to learn about heroes of the Bible and the faith?
• How does this book teach the narrative of Scripture?
• What is moralistic theology, and how does this devotion avoid it?

Follow Joshua online at https://joshuacooleyauthor.com/

Grab his new devotional: Heroes of the Bible Devotional 2. https://amzn.to/4tqy0qc

*Amazon link is an affiliate link. There is no added expense to you. 

Don't let your volunteer meeting get skipped or met with groans. Plan your meeting so it guarantees success! This episode gives you four important planning steps. 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Episode 156: Planning Your Kidmin Team Training: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kidmin-huddle/id1533602973?i=1000747943287

Bonus Resource: Share this encouragement video with your team!

https://youtube.com/shorts/z-aWT77XPE0?feature=share

How do you grow your church from one or two families, or even no families? In this episode, Amber walks you through how you can grow your church and gain families. She shares how she has grown her church from a few families, some of which were ready to leave, to the upcoming problem of where to fit all of the children. 

Check out the resources mentioned in the episode:

Intentional Children's Ministry: https://amzn.to/4ts8eCE 

Top 50 Bible Lessons About Ordinary People in God's Extraordinary Plan: https://amzn.to/48j3JBU

Kidmin Coaching: https://familyministry.org/childrens-ministry-coaching/

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As leaders in children's ministry, we have a vital role in equipping our kids to recognize the lies of the world and stand firm in the truth. Every day, our children face a spiritual battle. This episode will remind you not to fall asleep on your assignment. 

Recommended Resources to Check Out:

Intentional Children's Ministry: https://amzn.to/4crIyPf

Praise Him: A 30 Day Family Devotional: https://amzn.to/48E1p8z

Raising Worry Free Girls: https://a.co/d/03e1pCln