Get a Plan, Work the Plan
It’s almost time for the new church year to begin. Are you ready? It won’t be long until school bells are ringing to welcome kids back into classrooms. That means it’s also time for a new year of missions discipleship! The question is, are you prepared?
Ways to Communicate with Families of Children
Most parents of children appreciate it when teachers communicate what is going on in the classroom at school whether it’s good, bad, or indifferent. Communication reduces confusion, encourages coopera
Where Are They Now: GA April Curtis
When April Curtis was a GA at Cuthbert First Baptist Church in Georgia, she had no idea the plans God had for her and her family. But He was already preparing her heart for what was to come. “I loved
Simple Tips for Answering Children’s Questions About God
It’s inevitable as the leader of a children’s missions discipleship group: You will have to answer a child’s questions about God. Whether you are a new or seasoned leader, it isn’t something to fret o
Where Are They Now: RA Matthew Dobson
If Matthew Dobson, health officer for the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County, could tell a boy or girl in your missions discipleship group anything he wanted, first he would tell them G
A GA Leader’s Guide to Beginning Badges
So you’re considering using badges with your GA group but aren’t sure where to start. We’ve got you covered! The Purpose Let’s start with why using badges can be beneficial. The idea behind awarding b
Challenge Families with Children to Serve in Community Ministries
Now that the Christmas decorations have been put away and we’ve had our fill of festivities and celebrations, it’s a good time to remember that the ministries serving people in your community haven’t
8 Ways Families Can Reach Other Families
Encourage families in your church to use their unique circumstances to share Jesus’ love and the gospel.
Practicing an Attitude of Gratitude as a Family
This Thanksgiving, help children cultivate an attitude of gratitude and also practice sharing God’s glorious hope with your neighbors.
Tell Me More About Badges and Patches!
If you’ve ever browsed our badges and patches for children, you probably noticed there are quite a few that children can earn each year, whether they are in Girls in Action (GA), Royal Ambassadors (RA), or Children in Action (CA).
How to Help Children’s Families Catch the Vision for Missions
“Carry one another’s heavy loads. If you do, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” —Galatians 6:2 (NIrV) Going and telling. The Great Commission, given to us by Jesus in Matthew 28, propels Southern Ba
How Families with Children Can Be On Mission This Summer
There’s a misconception that in order to do missions as a family, you have to go somewhere or your church has to organize it. But here’s a little secret: that couldn’t be further from the truth! Now,