by Mark Jones | Dec 14, 2017 | Articles, Children, Featured, Leadership, Parent/Family, Preschool, Resources, Teacher Helps, Training |
In this episode, Mr. Mark explains the spiritual formations of children. He walks through the process he uses to lead children to Jesus with a simple drawing. He provides tips and helps for better communication when explaining Romans 6:23. Mr. Mark...
by Mark Jones | Dec 6, 2017 | Children, Church Weekday Education, Events, Featured, Leadership, Preschool, Resources, Training |
Hey Friends! I am heading up the Heart of the Child Conference here in Oklahoma, with my friends in Texas and LifeWay Christian Resources. We have been enlisting wonderful keynote speakers and breakout conferences to bless the over 800 attendees who have joined...
by Mark Jones | Dec 4, 2017 | Children, Church Weekday Education, Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Preschool |
Our church has a history of providing one big December evening for the kids so adult Bible study groups can plan a night to celebrate Christmas together. Having the celebrations all on the same night really helps to meet the need for childcare Yes, it’s a lot of...
by Mark Jones | Nov 30, 2017 | Buildings, Space and Equipment, Children, Featured, Preschool, Resources, Safety & Security |
This time of year seems to be the most challenging to manage when it comes to childcare issues at the church. Every class wants to have a Christmas party and all at different times. The music ministry forgets to schedule childcare for those extra...
by Mark Jones | Nov 27, 2017 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Preschool |
Fall Craft: Branch Slice Owls and Apple Magnets Gather: Branch slices (these are approximately 2 – 2 ½ inches in diameter, ¼ to ½ inch thick) You can cut your own or buy them in a bag at Hobby Lobby. Markers googly...
by Mark Jones | Nov 20, 2017 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Preschool |
Invite the children to create a slice of pumpkin pie with squares of paper. They can write things and names of people for whom they are thankful. Gather: Paper Plates Orange construction paper Tan construction paper Cotton...