Posted by | Apr 9, 2026
When planning events, it’s easy to focus on what sounds the most unique or creative—but not every event should be trying to accomplish the same goal. In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, someone from our Facebook Group asked a question about favorite kids ministry event ideas. So Linda and Jason break down different types of events and share practical ideas to help you choose and plan events that build relationships, welcome families, and create meaningful ministry moments.QUESTION:What are your favorite event ideas?ANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to…Plan just-for-fun events that help kids build friendships and positive associations with churchLeverage holiday events like Christmas and Easter to connect with families and share the story of JesusCreate outreach and family events that make it easy for new families to engage and feel welcomedMaximize big opportunities like VBS to combine fun, discipleship, and outreach into one powerful experienceAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at kma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for kids ministry ideas, volunteer strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away.If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned:Opposite DayTie Dye EverythingMerry Mini GolfGolden Ticket TourCrazy Craft DayGrow With God ExperienceCrossway StationFamily FestVBSKMA Episode 008: Let’s Prep for VBS!
Posted by | Mar 24, 2026
When a few kids hang back, avoid activities, or seem uninterested, it can feel discouraging and tempting to push harder for participation. In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, Allegra Collins has a question about how to engage kids who don’t want to participate during small group or Bible teaching time. So we asked Christina Paiva to join Linda and Jason to share practical strategies for building trust, creating emotional safety, and gently inviting every child to engage at their own pace.QUESTION:“What are your tips on engaging kids who don’t want to participate or who struggle to engage during small group time and Bible teaching time?” — Allegra CollinsANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to:Recognize that engagement looks different for every childFocus on relationships first, knowing trust and safety often lead to natural engagementWelcome and invite kids with low-pressure options that meet them where they areHelp kids find relationships with peers, leaders, and families to help connections grow over timeAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at kma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for kids ministry ideas, volunteer strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away.If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.
Posted by | Mar 6, 2026
Handling behavioral issues can feel like walking a tightrope—wanting kids to feel loved and welcomed while also maintaining a safe and fun environment for everyone. In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, Jonathan has a question about how to respond to behavioral challenges in a way that focuses on positive outcomes. So Linda and Jason share a simple, grace-filled framework to help leaders and volunteers correct behavior with clarity, consistency, and care.QUESTION:“How do you handle behavioral issues in a graceful way that focuses less on consequences and more on positive outcomes, while keeping the environment safe and fun?” — JonathanANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to:Protect the environment so every child and volunteer feels safe and supportedUse a clear “Redirect, Remove, Refer” framework to respond calmly and consistentlyPartner with families to support long-term growth, not just short-term complianceAsk a Question:Got a question you want answered? Send it in at kma.show — your question might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you look for kids ministry ideas, volunteer strategies, and ministry tools you can use right away.If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned:Volunteer HandbookParent Conversations – Behavioral Problems
Posted by | Mar 2, 2026
When ministry projects pile up, it’s easy to unintentionally let your volunteer team building take a back seat—leaving even great teams feeling under-equipped or under-engaged. In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, Amanda Holt has a question about how to empower volunteers to lead in kids ministry. So we asked Elle Campbell, co-founder of Stuff You Can Use, to join Linda and Jason to share practical ways to recruit, train, support, and inspire volunteers to lead with confidence and ownership.QUESTION:”How can I help my volunteers step into leadership and take initiative?” — Amanda HoltANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to:Ask big by casting a compelling vision that helps volunteers see the meaningful impact of their roleRecruit well by inviting the right people into the right roles and structuring teams intentionallyTrain them with clear expectations, vision resets, and ongoing leadership developmentSupport them emotionally, relationally, and practically so they feel valued, equipped, and inspired to keep leadingAsk a Question:Have a kids ministry question you want us to talk about? Send it in at KMA.show and your question might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for practical ideas, leadership tips, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned:Volunteer Handbook
Posted by | Feb 12, 2026
Trying to plan two weekly gatherings can leave leaders feeling stretched thin—worried about being repetitive, running out of energy, or needing to use a variety of curriculum. In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, Mallory from Wisconsin has a question about using one curriculum for both midweek and weekend services. So we asked Linda Moon and Jason Sivewright to share practical ways to stretch a single lesson across multiple gatherings—no matter what curriculum you use—without doubling your workload.QUESTION: “How can I use my Grow Kids subscription for both midweek and weekend services?” — Mallory, WisconsinANSWER:In this episode, we’ll talk about how to build sustainable rhythms by intentionally dividing one lesson across two environments in ways that play to their strengths.Main Points:Understand your program structure by identifying what each gathering does best.Understand your lesson format so you know where to place setup, teaching, and application moments.Divide your lesson strategically by splitting it evenly, by vibe, or by purpose—depending on your context.Evaluate what’s working by testing one approach, getting volunteer feedback, and adjusting as needed.Ask a Question:Have a kids ministry question you want us to talk about? Send it in at KMA.show and your question might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review:Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for practical ideas, leadership tips, and ministry tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned:Grow Lesson Builder
