August 23, 2023

8 Steps to Create a Training Program

We are heading into fall, meaning an increase in new volunteers who need to be trained. Many will be responsible for tasks they have never completed in a system they’ve never worked in. To help new volunteers be successful, you need to increase their knowledge ...

August 2, 2023

Five Tips to Manage Bi-Vocational Stress

The term bi-vocational refers to an individual who holds down two jobs simultaneously, with both or one being a source of income. One job may be serving as a children’s ministry director or youth pastor, and the other could be working a 9-5 office job ...

July 11, 2023

How to Say “You Are Welcome” 10 Different Ways

A guest post from Christina Embree. Christina is the founder and director of ReFocus Ministry. She is a thought leader in Generational Discipleship and widely recognized as a dynamic speaker, influential author, and executive coach. She holds a master’s in ministry with a focus on children, ...

June 20, 2023

Tips to Prepare for Facility Emergencies

Recently we shared several Tips to Prepare for Natural Disasters and highlighted that an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), a series of written guidelines outlining how your organization intends to respond to various emergencies, is an essential part of the overall safety plan for the children’s ...

May 17, 2023

Emergency Action Plans Part 2 with Dr. Val & Dr. Virginia

Recently we sat down with the Kidmin Doctors, Dr. Val and Dr. Virginia, to discuss emergency response for children’s ministry organizations. Last week we shared Part 1, which called out the benefits of having an Emergency Action Plan for your children’s area and offered some general ...

KidCheck Secure Children's Check-In Shares Screening Tips for New VBS Volunteers

May 2, 2023

5 VBS Volunteer Screening Tips

Vacation Bible School is an all-hands-on-deck activity that requires many new volunteers to join the ranks to make the event successful. This means you will need to determine who should and shouldn’t receive direct access to kids. The key is to start recruiting early for your ...

April 18, 2023

Six Tips for Communicating Health & Safety Information

Communicating your current health and safety policies as well as upcoming changes in your children’s area is essential because it builds trust, gets everyone on the same page regarding the guidelines, and provides clarity. Plus, if a new policy or change is well communicated and ...

March 7, 2023

Five Skills Every New Leader Must Master

If you are new to leadership, you will quickly learn there are several different management styles. For example, some leaders are extroverted and excel at social connections and advocating for new ideas, innovations, and vision. In contrast, introverted leaders stand out with analysis, listening, and ...

February 28, 2023

New Download: KidCheck Candidate Screening Infographic

KidCheck’s goal is always to provide information that helps you get the most out of your secure children’s check-in experience while continuing to increase child safety. The importance of screening candidates who will receive direct access to kids and youth has grown exponentially because screening acts ...

February 14, 2023

Guest Post: Level Up with These Ten Questions in 2023

Taking your organization to the next level in 2023 is a worthy goal. To help, we are sharing a guest post from one of the children’s ministry’s most esteemed thought leaders – Dale Hudson. If you have spent time serving kids or youth, you may ...