April 14, 2026

Get Ready for National Volunteer Week

Next week is National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2026), an opportunity to celebrate the incredible individuals who generously give their time, energy, and heart to serve children and youth in your organization. It goes without saying that volunteers are the backbone of a thriving program. ...

April 1, 2026

Ten Essential Easter Safety Tips

Easter is one of the most joyful and highly attended celebrations in children’s ministry. With larger crowds, special activities, and lots of moving parts, safety must be a top priority. From egg hunts to check-in lines, a little preparation goes a long way in creating ...

January 27, 2026

Conducting a Children’s Ministry Security Audit

Children’s Ministry has an incredible responsibility, the safety and well-being of the children you serve every week. While your calling is focused on creating meaningful experiences for kids, safety must be a priority. If you’re wondering whether your current child safety protocols are adequate, you’re not ...

January 21, 2026

2026 Children’s Ministry Safety Trends

As you continue to steward the hearts of children in your ministry, safety isn’t just a side topic; it’s a priority. In 2026, children’s ministry leaders are innovating, learning, and implementing smart strategies to protect children. Whether you’re a volunteer, director, or church leader, here ...

December 3, 2025

Pressing Pause During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time of joy, warmth, and celebration, but for many, it also comes with busy schedules, long to-do lists, and an unspoken pressure to make everything “perfect.” Amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to forget one vital ingredient for a ...

November 11, 2025

The Child Protection Policy

We recently delivered a presentation on the Child Protection Policy (CPP), focusing on how to create, update, and implement an effective CPP. We shared key components and how it fosters a culture of safety, discussed ways to overcome common barriers, outlined an action plan with ...

October 15, 2025

Bullies: Who Are They?

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, making it an ideal time to review key information to help stop bullying. According to Health Direct, “Bullies are individuals who repeatedly and intentionally use words or actions to hurt others, gain power, social status, or attention.” When examining the ...

September 17, 2025

Five-Point Strategy to Grow Youth Programs

Whether you are new to youth ministry or have been involved for some time, having a clear, actionable growth strategy will not only help expand your youth program but also demonstrate leadership, vision, and commitment. Your strategy should emphasize measurable goals, timelines, and how each point ...

KidCheck Secure Children's and Youth Check-In Shares a Guest Post from Jody Livingston, 7 Lessons from 25+ Years of Student Ministry.

August 27, 2025

7 Key Insights from Over 25 Years in Student Ministry

This week, we are featuring a guest post from Jody Livingston, author of the book “Staying Power.” Jody has been in student ministry for over 25 years. Today, he focuses his time on podcasting and blogging for The Long Haul, writing books, serving as a ...

KidCheck Secure Children's and Youth Check-In are sharing Why The Annual Family Survey?

August 20, 2025

Why an Annual Family Survey?

The annual family survey is more than just a questionnaire. It’s the connection that brings together your organization with the experiences of attending families. By collecting direct feedback from kids, parents, guardians, and caregivers, you will gain critical insights into your program and display a ...