Apostolic Children's Network

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. Join us as we discuss something we've been hinting at for nearly two months now: What We Carry Into the Classroom. Every one of us carries something into ministry. We don't walk into the classroom as blank slates. We bring our experiences, victories, disappointments, lessons learned, and even the difficult seasons we've w...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. We recorded this one the way we usually do lately… riding down the road together. In this episode, we talk about kids who are going through real, heavy things. Some of them show it in loud, explosive ways. You can’t miss it. It demands your attention. But others… you’d never know just by looking at them. As a paramedic, I’ve learned abo...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode of the Apostolic Children’s Network, we’re coming to you live from the road… literally. This episode was recorded in a van, somewhere between one children’s ministry stop and the next, fueled by snacks, stories, and zero professional studio equipment. So buckle up it's a long one. We’re recapping the Children’s Mini...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. Children’s ministry is often seen as preparation for the future, but in reality, it is the front line of the church today. Research shows that nearly 64% of Christians made their commitment to Christ before the age of 18, and almost half before age 13. What happens in childhood does not stay in childhood. It shapes a lifetime. In this e...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. Mentorship isn’t a program. It’s a posture. Buckle up this is a long one...  In this episode, we talk about how mentorship comes naturally to children’s ministers. Long before we ever used the word “mentor,” we were already doing it week after week, altar call after altar call, conversation after conversation. We unpack why children’s m...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we sat down and reflected on 2025 and all that God has done. We talked about the faithfulness of God throughout the year and highlighted several major victories, including the success of CMC, the impact of our Sunday School curriculum, and the growth we saw through our Future Leaders initiative. Each of these moments re...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode of the Apostolic Children’s Network Podcast, we sat down with our future leaders, kids who are not just growing up in the church but growing into powerful young disciples. With Thanksgiving only two weeks away, we asked them what they are grateful for, and the answers were nothing short of incredible. These kids opened u...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode of the Apostolic Children’s Network Podcast , we reflect on the unforgettable Children’s Ministry Conference in Union City, Tennessee. From powerful altar calls to practical sessions that equipped and inspired, this weekend was more than just a gathering it was a defining moment for children’s ministers everywhere. We tr...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. Only one child showed up? That’s not a problem, that’s a beginning! In this episode, we explore the power of small beginnings and remind you that God sees every effort, every prayer, and every moment of faithfulness. You’ll hear inspiring stories of tiny Sunday school classes, solo bus riders, and one-child moments that turned into life...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. This episode was born out of a family reunion, where we discovered something powerful, our children are 7th generation Pentecostals. That realization sparked a deep conversation about what it really means to hand the truth down to the next generation. In today’s world, kids and young people aren’t interested in empty traditions or surfa...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. This episode comes to you live from the open road—complete with car noise, bumps, and Siri constantly telling us when to turn left. (Don’t worry, we didn’t invite her as a guest… she just insists on joining in.) While it may not be the quietest recording studio, it actually sets the perfect scene for our conversation: serving from the b...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. What do Super Kids Church in Redlands, the Summit Conference in Pigeon Forge, a van that didn’t want to cooperate, a round of sickness, and yes, even a moth in someone’s ear have in common? They all showed up in our last five weeks of ministry. From hilarious mishaps to powerful altar moments, we share the victories, the battles, and ho...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. Strap in, folks — this year’s SuperSunday was a mission like no other! In this episode, we’re recapping our Blast Back to School event, where we turned our church into a launchpad for excitement, purpose, and impact. 🚀 With a 12-foot rocket , an 8-foot Time Machine , and even a couple of time-traveling mini-me’s (shoutout to Vana and C...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we sit down with none other than Sister Bradshaw to talk about her very first Vacation Bible School curriculum, The Glory Train ! Inspired by the power and presence of God, this train-themed VBS was written entirely from scratch and packed full of creativity, chaos, and calling. From sleepless nights and last-minute edi...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we dive into one of the most well-known parables in the Bible, the story of the prodigal son. But this time, we uncover a powerful cultural context that’s often overlooked: Kezazah . Kezazah (severing or cutting off) was a Jewish custom, a public shaming ceremony for any Jewish man who lost his inheritance to Gentiles a...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what real life looks like behind the social media posts. It's easy to scroll through Instagram or Facebook and feel like everyone else has it all together, the perfect kids, the thriving ministry, the spotless house, the packed-out events. But what we often don’t see are the late n...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we explore what it means to lead when you're not holding the mic. Ministry doesn’t stop when the lights go off or when you step out of the classroom, because kids are always watching. Your faithfulness in the unseen moments, the way you serve, speak, and carry yourself when you're “offstage” is often what prep...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we sit down and reflect on our recent trip to sunny California for the 2025 SCC Children's Ministry Conference! From palm trees to powerful sessions, we’re unpacking it all. We’re joined by our kids as they share their favorite moments from the trip, everything from travel adventures to making new friends and the f...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this powerful and transparent episode, we sit down to unpack what it really means to be sold out in children’s ministry. It's easy to fall into routines, going through the motions, doing what’s expected, checking boxes. But kids can sense when our hearts aren’t fully in it. They know when the passion is missing. And when we serv...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode, we ask the big question: If money wasn’t an issue, what would we do for our children’s ministry? Join us as we dream out loud, sharing creative ideas, heartfelt passions, and over-the-top visions for what ministry to kids could look like with unlimited resources. From building a brand-new...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this inspiring episode, we hand the mic over to some of our future leaders,  bold, curious, and passionate young people who came together to record their very first podcast! The topic they wanted to explore was powerful: How can I be a witness? What unfolds is a heartfelt, authentic conversation that reminds us all that being used by...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this heartfelt episode, we take a closer look at one of the most challenging yet vital parts of children’s ministry: discipline . But instead of just talking rules and consequences, we flip the lens and examine what discipline looks like when viewed through the eyes of mercy . You’ll hear real talk about balancing structure with comp...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we dive into Future Leaders,  a powerful program designed to bridge the gap between kids and teens in our church. Through monthly Bible studies and hands-on ministry opportunities, we're not just preparing the next generation, we're involving them right now . From helping in children’s church to serving in var...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode of Apostolic Children’s Network , we dive into the challenge of balancing ministry, family, and personal life when the to-do list never seems to end. As kids' ministers, parents, and leaders, it’s easy to pour ourselves out for others while neglecting our own spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being. We’ll disc...

Like what you’ve heard or have questions? Send us a message.. In this episode, we dive into the power of creative object lessons in children’s ministry. Object lessons are one of the best ways to capture kids' attention because they engage multiple senses at once, making biblical truths more memorable and impactful. We’ll share some of our favorite object lessons, how we’ve used them in our c...