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003: How to Better Connect with Parents

003: How to Better Connect with Parents

Parents can be the hardest group to engage—and the most important. In this conversation, Linda and Jason share a simple, relational strategy to move from “I hope parents show up” to “we earned their trust.” You’ll get practical ideas you can calendar, repeat, and scale in any context. What We Cover:Why you should host parent-specific eventsHow often to communicate with parentsWhy you should spend time with parents in your ministryAsk a Question: Got a question about parents, volunteers, or teaching? Send it at kma.show—yours might be featured in a future episode!Subscribe & Review: Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for practical kids ministry ideas you can use right away. If this helped, a quick review helps other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned: Parent resources from Grow Curriculum!

002: How to Keep Kids’ Attention!

002: How to Keep Kids’ Attention!

In this episode of Kids Ministry Answers, Linda and Jason talk about one of the biggest challenges in kids ministry—keeping kids’ attention. They’ll unpack how to move beyond just entertaining kids and instead help them listen, reflect, and respond to what they’re learning about God.What We Cover:The importance of a structureAdding variety and creativity so kids stay engagedBuilding a weekly rhythm that helps kids listen, reflect, and respondAsk a Question: Got a question about kids ministry, teaching, or volunteers? 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 listen for more kids ministry ideas, Sunday School strategies, and practical tools you can use right away. If this episode was helpful, leave a quick review to help other leaders find the show.Resources Mentioned: Try a Grow Kids Teaching Series for free!

001: 4 Ways to Re-Inspire Your Volunteers

001: 4 Ways to Re-Inspire Your Volunteers

Volunteers are the heart of every kids ministry, but how do you get them energized and inspired for serving? On this episode, Linda and Jason share a few a few tips to get your team excited and ready for what’s ahead. What We Cover:Why volunteer excitement matters for your kids ministryHow to plan a Volunteer Kick-Off that builds energy and connectionWhat to include so your team leaves inspired and equipped for the year aheadAsk a Question: Got a question about leading your kids ministry or training volunteers? Visit kma.show to send it in — your question might be featured in an upcoming episode!Subscribe & Review: Subscribe to Kids Ministry Answers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen for more kids ministry ideas, Sunday School strategies, and practical 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 Kick-Off Event from Grow Curriculum