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Turkey Napkin Ring

by Mark Jones | Nov 21, 2019 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family, Preschool | 0 comments

This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118 :24 Supplies: Construction Paper (brown, red, green, yellow, orange, purple) Small wiggle eyes Colorful napkins Quick Dry craft glue Prepare It: Cut brown construction paper into 1”x 7”...

Thankful Jar

by Mark Jones | Nov 18, 2019 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family | 0 comments

Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Gather: Quart-size canning jar or Ivy bowl (or a clear plastic 16 oz. cup) Tissue paper in fall colors Brown, yellow...

Turkey Tail Pictionary

by Mark Jones | Nov 11, 2019 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family | 0 comments

Give thanks in everything. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Supplies: Paper cup (white or brown) Wiggle eyes Orange and red construction paper Jumbo craft sticks Markers Scissors Quick dry craft glue Make It: Use marker to color cup brown. Cut a beak and waddle...

Badge of Honor for Veterans

by Mark Jones | Nov 4, 2019 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Missions/Service, Parent/Family | 0 comments

I give thanks to my God for every remembrance of you. Philippians 1:3 Supplies: Construction paper—red, white, blue, yellow 1” Satin ribbon (optional) Scissors Markers Glue sticks Quick Dry Craft Glue Circle patterns or circle cutters Small brooch pin backs ...

Interview with Jana Magruder and “Nothing Less”

by Mark Jones | Oct 24, 2019 | Articles, Children, Featured, Guiding Behavior, Parent/Family, Preschool, Preteens, Research, Resources | 0 comments

Hey Friends— I enjoyed hearing Jana Magruder, Director of LifeWay Kids Ministry, speak about her book, “Nothing Less.” LifeWay Research has gone to great lengths to survey and research spiritual health in young adults. We see so many...

Engaging Children in Missions and Serving

by Mark Jones | Oct 3, 2019 | Children, Featured, Missions/Service, Parent/Family, Podcast | 0 comments

I have met many children’s ministers who provided missions education in their program for children. There are few who engage children with regular service projects. My friend, Gina McKean, is a leader and example of serving others. She provides meaningful...