Cross Formed Kidmin

Description: When serving kids, disruptions are bound to happen, but how should they be handled? In this episode, Ryan and Hunter answer common questions and provide practical tips for managing your classroom with confidence and grace. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com  Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by C...

Description: What is the best way to teach kids? Should the goal be comprehension, attention, or retention? In this episode, Ryan and Hunter pick their favorite among the three and discuss why it should be deemed "king." Along the way, they give helpful insights and practical tips for teaching biblical truths to kids. Resources: Cross Formed Environments   Connect With Us! If you have any question...

Description: What role do the design and structure of your children's ministry space play in the discipleship of your kids? In this episode, the guys discuss ministry environments and what they communicate to families and kids. Resources: Cross Formed Environments   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com  Cross Formed Kids This...

Description: Disagreements happen. There are moments when co-workers or fellow believers need to be confronted, but how do we do this well? How do we foster unity and wisely handle conflict? In this episode, Sam and Hunter provide helpful tips for building bridges in ministry instead of burning them. Resources: Don't Burn Bridges by Sam Luce Reducing Noise in an Age of Clamor by Hunter Williams Co...

Description: Summer in children's ministry is usually a season of events. VBS. Camps. Block Parties. After all is said and done, how do you know if your events were fruitful? In this episode, Sam and Hunter walk through a framework for evaluating and following up ministry events Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com  Cross For...

Description: Whether you serve in a small or large church, having a check-in system is important. But with so many options and features to consider, how can you know which system is best for you? In this episode, Sam and Hunter discuss why check-in systems are needed, what they do, and how you can know which is best for your ministry.   Resources: On Check-In Software Articles from Disciplr Connec...

Description: The best leaders are equipped leaders, but what should training look like? In this episode, the guys walk through 4 elements of training every Children's Ministry needs. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com  Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to bring Cross F...

Description: Everything we do in children's ministry is done to proclaim the gospel and disciple children in its truth. But how? How do we share the gospel message in a way that is faithful, beautiful, and true? In this episode, Hunter and Sam unpack what the gospel is and provide "do's and don'ts" when sharing it with kids.   Resources:   On Fairy-Stories by J.R.R Tolkien "I'm a Christian... Now...

Description: How can we teach our kids biblical truth in a way that is faithful and memorable? In this episode, the guys discuss catechisms and how they can serve as game-changers in your children's ministry.   Resources:   New City Catechism First Catechism Cornerstones Catechism Children's Gospel Catechism Truth and Grace Catechism Faith Builder Catechism Cross Formed Kids Catechism Connect With...

Description: In this episode, the guys discuss what new children's ministry leaders need to know in their first year of ministry.   Resources:   • Kids Ministry Circle • Church Leaders - Children's Ministry • buildingchildrensministry.com • Samluce.com • Crossformedkids.com • Childrensministry.com • Ministryspark.com • Childdiscipleship.com • WestminsterKids.com • Resilient Child Discipleship by M...

Description: Welcome to the Kidmin Seminary! In this class, friend and kidmin legend Jim Wideman comes on the show to share a history of kid's ministry and what we can learn from the past to serve kids today.   Resources: Jimwideman.com The Child Discipleship Forum   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com    Cross Formed Kids T...

Description: Welcome to the Kidmin Seminary! In this class, Lauren Jackson comes on the show to discuss the key characteristics needed to lead well in children's ministry.   Resources: Kid's Ministry Circle   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com    Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a c...

Description: Welcome to the Kidmin Seminary! In this class, Elizabeth Smith comes on the show to discuss child development and its impacts on how we relate and minister to kids.   Resources: God Never Changes, but My Family Always Does by Elizabeth Smith   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com    Cross Formed Kids This podcast...

Description: Welcome to the Kidmin Seminary! In this class, Janine McNally comes on the show to discuss Generation Alpha and how ministry leaders can effectively understand and support them.   Resources: When You See Fireflies by Janine McNally Resilient Child Discipleship by Valerie Bell Children's Ministry in a New Reality by Barna & Awana   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggesti...

Description: Welcome to the Kidmin Seminary! In this class, Phylicia Masonheimer comes on the show to discuss what theology is and how children's ministry leaders can teach it to their kids.    Resources: The Kingdom of God Bible Storybook Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves If God, Why Evil? by Norman Geisler The Bible Recap   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for...

Description: What would a seminary for children's ministry leaders look like? What classes would be offered? Who would teach them? In this episode, the guys answer these questions as they launch a multi-part series called the "Kidmin Seminary." Connect With Us! 
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Description: Have you ever wanted to write a book but didn't know where to start? In this episode, the guys talk with Champ Thornton (author and Acquisitions Editor at Crossway) to discuss the writing process, what publishers are looking for, and much more.   Resources: Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund The Really Radical Book for Kids by Champ Thornton   Connect With Us! 
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Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter evaluate different children's ministry conferences, giving the pros and cons of each one. They also discuss why children's ministry conferences are important and give tips for getting the most out of them.    Resources: Children's Pastors Conference D6 Conference Child Discipleship Forum The Kidzmatter Conference Etch NextGen Ministry Conference   Conne...

Description: In part two of this two-part series, the guys continue evaluating different children's ministry models, giving the pros and cons of each one.   Resources: Article - 6 Christian Education Models   Connect With Us! 
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Description: In part one of this two-part series, the guys evaluate five different children's ministry models, giving the pros and cons of each one.   Resources: Article - 6 Christian Education Models   Connect With Us! 
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Description: In this episode, the guys discuss the need for a well-defined ministry philosophy along with practical steps to develop and assess yours through a unique tool known as the "kidmin sandbox."   Resources: "The Kidmin Sandbox" by Hunter Williams
 "Children's Ministry in a New Reality" by Barna and Awana   Connect With Us! 
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Episode Description Developing leaders within a Children's ministry requires thoughtful delegation. In this episode, the guys walk through a process called "WAATR" that will help you learn to delegate wisely within your ministry.   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com     Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cr...

Episode Description: When tragedy strikes, knowing what to say to kids can be hard. In this episode, the guys have a powerful conversation with special guest Dr. Jonathan Gibson to discuss how leaders and parents can wisely approach the topics of sorrow and death with their children.   Resources: The Moon is Always Round by Jonathan Gibson The Acrostic Theology For Kids Bundle by Jonathan Gibson H...

Episode Description "How do I effectively recruit and develop volunteers?" Many children's ministry leaders struggle with this question. In this episode, the guys walk through a helpful framework to help you LAND and keep volunteers.   Resources: None - Just burn your sign-up sheets!   Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com    ...

Description: How do you prepare a Bible lesson or sermon for kids? In this episode, the guys provide principles and tips for teaching the Bible to kids in faithful, age-appropriate ways.   Resources: Gospel-Centered Teaching by Trevin Wax Putting Together a Christ-Centered Bible Talk by Nancy Guthrie Keeping Your Children's Ministry on Mission by Jared Kennedy Show Them Jesus by Jack Klumpenhower...