Since you are looking for such a short window, what about trying a camp or VBS curriculum and stretching it out over those weeks? There are some very inexpensive resources on Kidology.com. Group and 252 publish some fine "summer camp" style curricul…
Advice taken. Great points. I love cmconnect for questions like this. No one on staff here could help me with such practical advice specific to children's ministry. Thanks Danielle and Jason!!!!!!!!!!!
That's all sound advice and pretty much what I did when I left my last church.
Keep it positive
Keep it brief
Make it a celebration if you have latitude to do that.
I agree-- game stations allow kids to run around, and we've found having stations all over allows the kids feel separated from the group, or even in competition to win a game, rather than joining together in preparation for worship. I try to use tho…
Westover Church started as a Presbyterian Church over 50 years ago. Now a non-denominational church averaging 4500 on Sundays, it is known for being very supportive of international missionaries. The Children's Ministry uses the 252 curriculum, and has a large group/small group format for both Sunday services.
We're on bro! I'll meet you at the bottom of the stairs right by the Cafe. Sound like a plan? I'll give a quick tour and we'll go from there. Will you all want to watch the Elementary program or will some want to observe nursery or Preschool?
Hey was looking around cmconnect and notice that you were at Graceland in New Albany, IN. We use to live in New Albany, while attending Southern and know several people that are member there. I assume you know the Allisons and the Kellers? May God continue to bless your work in New Albany.
Thanks for the prayers, Ken! Great to hear from you! I am making great progress and am well on my way to returning to the stage in 2009! I'm excited! Thanks for being my friend on here, too! Check out my groups - I think you will really like them! They are on my page.
Let me know if you need anything, Ken.
God bless!
Uncle Charlie