Gay Marriage Poll
Children’s Pastors/Directors Poll weigh in on this debate Are you a Children’s Pastor/Director (paid or unpaid)? Tell us what you think. Results will be posted on Tuesday.
Parable of the Duck Church
There is an old story about a church of ducks. Every week they would waddle to Sunday services, open the duck book, sing duck songs, and listen to the duck preacher expound on the meaning of being a duck. One particular Sunday all of the ducks waddled in and the service began. Shortly after, the [...]
5 Things That Kill KidMin Dead
It is no secret that the life span of the average children’s pastor is less that the house fly: short.
3 Nasty KidMin Viruses
Left unattended, there are 3 nasty viruses that can infect your children’s ministry. They are sneaky and destructive. Catch them early and save yourself and your ministry a lot of misery. Churchius Complainicus. This nasty virus normally starts by infecting a staff member or long time chronic complainer in the congregation. It finds any weakness [...]
5 Questions to Ask Before You Give Up
So you want to give up. I hear you. I quit all the time…for a few minutes, and then get back in the game. Here are some things to consider before you throw in the towel. Am I physically worn out? Sometimes we let exhaustion effect our mental attitude. Eat something. Get some sleep. [...]
7 Reasons Why Games Are The Best Teaching Tool…Ever
There are lots of effective teaching tools you can use to reach kids and there are good reasons to use all of them at one time or another. However, one stands out above the rest…GAMES. Here are the reasons why. Games are the best way to fully engage kids. Games turn spectators into participants. When [...]
4 Signs of a Weak KidMin
Ministry to children is too vital to let it default into mediocrity. It does matter what you do in children’s church and in the various ministries that touch the lives of kids. Weak children’s pastors do not advance the ministry to kids or families. There are four ways you can spot a weak children’s pastor. [...]
By Invitation Only
Jesus never begged for disciples. Imagine if He had. Just after the Sermon on the Mount Jesus says, “Oh, before everybody goes, I want you to know we are still three disciples short of our goal of twelve. So if anyone would like to be a disciple just sign-up with Pete. Stand up Pete and [...]
No Crayon Left Behind!
Where to find your free money! This morning was an exceptionally cold morning for this California girl. The temperature was 40 degrees with a planned high of 66. Yes, that’s freezing for us! As I headed downstairs, dawned in sweats, I grabbed my robe and threw it on, and jackpot! A crisp ten dollar bill [...]
The Toddler’s Bible
Even though “Ralph” is embarrassed about using a children’s Bible for his devotions, I have to say The Toddler’s Bible published by David C. Cook is pretty good. It breaks Bible truths down into small pieces for young minds. This is a great way for a toddler to acquaint themselves with some of the stories [...]
Meet Kidz Blitz Writer, Terra
3 Things I Learned Yesterday I try to learn 3 or more new things every day. Sometimes I learn 20. That is a VERY good day. The 3 things I learned yesterday: 1. Birthday Cake Jelly Bellies are nasty. 2. My Starbucks is no longer worthy of being MY Starbucks. 4 poorly made drinks in [...]
Your Quadrilateral Parallelogram
Meet Heidi Hensley, Our New Writer My fifteen year old son and I randomly use the phrase “Jeez, get outta your quadrilateral parallelogram” in other words, “Get outta your box”. Yes, I know, we are nerds! I am a happily married (17 years) mother of two boys (ages 10 & 15) and a Director of Children [...]
Who We Are
Who are these crazy people at Blitz Ministries? Who writes their curriculum? Who conducts their events. Who works in their office? Who are their families? Who funds them? Well, here ya go… CLICK HERE for more!
It’s No Picnic!
Uh, well actually it is. We’ve been working on Picnic for about a year now. I can’t believe the first year is finally completed. Take a look. See what you think. This is our first preschool curriculum in 10 years! And seriously…what is more fun than taking preschoolers on a picnic? For free samples and [...]
Beth Guckenberger Rocks CPC
I just returned from a spectacular Children’s Pastors’ Conference in Orlando. Michael Chanley has done an amazing job reinventing and reinvigorating CPC. Just when I thought it couldn’t get any better… Michael introduced Beth Guckenberger, a missionary to the orphans in Monterrey, Mexico. Initially, I was surprised that this young, fiery girl was chosen to [...]
What I’m teaching at CPC
I’m teaching two breakouts at the Children’s Pastors’ Conference. I am pumped about both of them. They are back-to-back on the same day and in the same room. Here’s the Orlando schedule. Both breakouts are in Yucatan 1. Seating is limited. EVERY attendee will get… Workshop Booklet Discount Code for Curriculum, etc. Chance to Win [...]
What’s the Book About?
Here’s a quick summary of what my new book, Jumping the Track, is about. BUY NOW For more information about the book, go to Jumping the Track web site
CPC Here We Come!
The Children’s Pastors’ Conference is just around the corner! Jan. 11-14 (Orlando) Feb. 27- Mar 1 (San Diego) I have to tell you, when I travel I am amazed that there are some who do not know about CPC. I suppose the high turnover rate in children’s ministry has something to do with that. But [...]
The KidMin Cup
It’s gonna get ugly! The KidMin Cup Sand Volleyball Tourney January 12 at 7:00pm Orlando The Orlando Children’s Pastors’ Conference in affiliation with Blitz Ministries will be hosting the first ever East vs. West KidMin Sand Volleyball Tournament. The tournament is officially sanctioned by the International Network of Children’s Ministries. The games will be held [...]
40 Times Around the Earth
This month Kidz Blitz Ministries is 15 years old, and it’s been quite a ride. When my wife, Tammie, and I started this ministry, I had no idea it would grow as fast as it did or last as long as it has. I am amazed and humbled. I know deep down it is not [...]
Kidz Blitz a New CPC Sponsor
We are excited/thrilled/pumped to be a sponsor of the Children’s Pastors’ Conference this year. Kidz Blitz will be in both Orlando and San Diego. Michael Chanley, new INCM Director, is positioning CPC to be a more relevant resource to children/family ministries. I am thrilled with his leadership of these conferences and honored to be a [...]
Send Us Your Pic!
KidMin are the world’s coolest people. Let’s show it. Send us your photo. Kidz Blitz is publishing photos of children’s pastors doing cool stuff. Check out the the pics at kidzblitz.com/submit-your-pics Send your photo to roger@kidzblitz.com
Why We Are Losing the Boys
In Boys Adrift by Dr. Leonard Sax, the author examines why boys are becoming so demotivated in today’s society. One of his conclusions is a well-researched finding that correlates the lack of competition in education with boys losing their desire to excel. Destined to stir up some debate, Sax argues that because boys and girls [...]
What’s the Secret Sauce of KidMin?
What is the most vital thing I learned in 15 years of intense children’s/family ministry? What is THE one thing? Kidz Blitz events have been the most sought-after, successful kidmin/fammin events for most of the fifteen years since it began. That’s not hype. It is fact. We have conducted family/kids events in hundreds and hundreds [...]
