Behind the Scenes of Missions Journey: Kids Curriculum
I have taught the Missions Journey: Kids curriculum for about eight years (I teach Children in Action at my church). So, before I became the design editor of children’s resources here at WMU, I felt l
Kick Off Your Children’s IMS: Central Asia with a Progressive Dinner
Do you lead children’s missions discipleship? Do you want to engage the families of children you serve and help them understand more about missions in a fun, casual setting all while getting to know e
When One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Modifying Missions Journey: Kids Curriculum
Let’s face it: As easy as it might make life for one size to always fit all, that’s just not the case. We understand most of the people who lead a children’s missions discipleship group at their churc
Working Together Is Just Cool: Teaching Kids About the Cooperative Program
As part of my job at WMU, I have the unique opportunity to meet and hang out with elementary kids from around our denomination as their parents attend the Southern Baptist Convention in June each year
Learning How to Have “Healthy Minds” At Camp
I’m at camp for the week. As I type, all of the campers are in sessions called “Healthy Minds.” I thought it would be the perfect time to step away and work through my emails, connect with the office,
New Year, New Tears: How to Avoid or Mitigate Children’s Meltdowns at Church
A new school year means new classes and teachers, new friends, new schedules, and new learning concepts. You may notice that the overwhelming emotions these changes bring for our young friends spill o
A Series on the RA Virtues: Honesty and Self-Discipline
This blog is the sixth in a series on the RA Virtues. Have you ever been sick? I mean real sick. The kind of sick where the dog won’t even give you the time of day. The kind of sick that makes you que
Choosing Girls in Action Helped Me Understand the Cooperative Program
Most scouting groups pride themselves on teaching girls to uncover their hidden talents, learn life skills, and have real-world learning experiences. These groups provide an atmosphere where girls can
How to Teach Children About the Cooperative Program
Struggling to teach children about the Cooperative Program? We’ve got you covered. The Cooperative Program: How Southern Baptists Work Together is a lesson you can use to teach children in your church
Rejuvenate Your Children’s Christmas in August Experience!
We all love our North American Mission Board (NAMB) missionaries … no doubt about it! And, if you’re like me, we all enjoy knowing we can support these missionaries during Christmas in August by colle