KidMin with Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia

Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia continue their series on Learning Styles. Based on research done many years ago on Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner, learning styles help teachers focus on the way children naturally learn. This week the KidMin Doctors talk about the characteristics of Logical Learners and give examples of activities that will help teach biblical concepts to students through order...

Our episode today is Part 2 of our interview with Rev. Kayla Smith,  the Associate Director of Reach Hurting Kids Institute and the Pastor of Intergenerational Discipleship at Trevecca Community Church of the Nazarene. Kayla shares about her work with Trauma-Informed Children's Ministry and gives some great advice with how we can reach hurting kids in our churches.   #kidmin #childrensministry #pr...

Everyone who works in ministry has felt the tug and the strain of balancing ministry and family life. In this episode,  Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia were honored to speak with Rev. Kayla Smith. Kayla shares about how she transitioned into her current ministry role and the way she has balanced being a mother and serving in ministry.   We would like to apologize for some sound problems that were due to...

It does not seem to matter if a church has a  big budget or a small budget, there is never enough money to do everything we want in children's ministry. In this episode, Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss creative ways to provide a strong Biblical foundation for our kids, even if there is not a lot of money available.   #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #budget #money #volunteerleader

In today's episode, Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia has the honor of interviewing Dr. Ken Coley, a Senior Professor of Christian Education at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Coley shares with us about teaching for change, developing engaging training for leaders, Christ centered leadership, how to find balance in ministry, and how to handle conflict in a constructive way.    #kidmin #child...

Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss the next topic in their series on Learning Styles. Based on research done many years ago on Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner, learning styles help teachers focus on the way children naturally learn. This week the KidMin Doctors talk about the  characteristics of Natural Learners, kids who learn best by being in nature, and give examples of activities that w...

Births, baby/child dedications, promotion Sunday, professions of faith, loss…there are so many important milestones in the life of a child and their family. Join Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia as they discuss how you can be better prepared for some of these important moments in your ministry.   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #resources #administration #milestones     To learn more about R...

Summer is over for so many of us and it is time to start a new school year! Join Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia and they kick off Season 3 by discussing a little VBS, a little Promotion Sunday, and share why they suddenly disappeared at the end of May!!   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #promotionsunday #vbs

Welcome!! Dr. Virginia invited Dr. Val to speak to the preschool leaders at a conference her church hosted last month. The conference break out was a very basic, introductory conference for leaders teaching Bible to preschoolers. Before the welcome dinner, Val shared a portion of that conference with some of Virginia's leaders that would be serving during the breakout sessions. Val's  husband offe...

This week Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia were in the same city!!! So they took this opportunity to hang out and ask each other some questions. Some silly, some about KidMin, but all of them give you a chance to get to know them a little bit better!!   #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #questions

Many churches today are adding a Next Gen Minister to their staff. This staff member is usually given the general oversight of Birth through High School. Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss advice they would give to new ministers or the current church's Youth or Adult Ministers who have found themselves assigned with this special responsibility.   #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #pretee...

It happens in every church eventually, a senior pastor leaves and the staff has to plan and prepare for a big transition. Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia go over some of the basic concerns and how you can best prepare your ministry and your heart for a big change. #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #leadership #transition

As a church family we are so excited to celebrate Mother's and Father's on their special days! We also have to be mindful of our children, church family, and visitors that may struggle on these days. Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia share how they have found ways to celebrate our church families and show compassion to those hurting.   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #mothersday #fathersday #...

Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia continue the series on Learning Styles. Based on research done many years ago on Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner, learning styles help teachers focus on the way children naturally learn. This week the KidMin Doctors talk about the  characteristics of Reflective Learners and give examples of activities that will help teach biblical concepts to students who learn be...

Join Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia as they discuss some of their favorite resources for leaders of Preschool and Children's Ministries. Podcasts, magazines, children's books, and more!   #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #administration #resources #kidsbooks     Ministry Safe Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast Raising Boys and Girls Podcast - Sissy Goff and David Thomas The Glass House Podca...

Choosing curriculum is a challenging responsibility. Finding material from  a publisher that can meet all of your ministry's needs can be difficult. Listen as Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss the steps they recommend to help churches create a plan necessary for your children to build a relationship with Jesus, learn about church doctrine, and lay a foundation for knowing the Word of God.   #kidmin...

One of the greatest challenges in planning Vacation Bible School is finding the most effective way to connect with families in your church and your community.  VBS is a great opportunity to build relationships with not only the children but also their families. Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss having a plan and strategy for intentionally designing your VBS to meet the needs of the families in your...

Continuing the series on Learning Styles, Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss auditory learners. Some children may learn best through sound. They enjoy activities that include music, rhythm, and social interaction. Find new strategies to help integrate auditory activities into your Bible study classroom.    #kidmin #preschoolminsitry #childrensministry #learningstyles #multipleintelligences #auditory...

Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia share what they have learned when challenges come up in life and ministry and their very special set of skills do not apply.

There is never a shortage of challenges or days you find yourself surviving in crisis mode when you serve in KidMin. Today Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia share an update, some personal prayer requests, and discuss what God has been teaching them through His Word during a season of unexpected challenges.   Job 38 Hebrews 12:3-13   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #crisis #GodsWord #administr...

Space and building issues are a constant concern in children's ministry. As our ministries grow, we often find the need to adjust space or build. Listen in as Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss some common ministry building issues and give you some suggestions as you make decisions about space in your classrooms.   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #classroomspace #building #sharedspace...

We are so excited…Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia were together leading a couple of conferences at the Children's Pastors Conference in Orlando and were able to record an episode together!! Join the conversation today as we share some of the questions leaders asked during our conferences.   #kidmin #preschoolministry #childrensministry #vbs #specialneeds #donations #decorating #teachingpreschoolers #trai...

Today Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss the cultural trends and data from the most current research and consider how this information impacts the future of preschool and children's ministries. Being aware of the changes in our culture and characteristics of the different generations can help us as we plan for our ministries and serve our families.       Links:   Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast, T...

Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia continue the series on Learning Styles. Based on research done many years ago on Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner, learning styles help teachers focus on the way children naturally learn. Join the conversation this week as they give characteristics and examples of activities that will help teach biblical concepts to students who learn best visually.   #kidmin #chil...

We all have them…days of overwhelm when we think the only option is to just quit! Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia discuss how we can be prepared to respond to those feelings and how we can tell if it is just a momentary struggle or if we are truly being called to walk away.   #kidmin #childrensministry #preschoolministry #burnout #overwhelm #stress