by Nick Blevins | Oct 10, 2026 | Facilities, Operations, Volunteers
How many babies can one volunteer safely care for? How many 4-year-olds is too many for one adult? Every state has already answered those questions for licensed childcare centers. This page puts all 50 states and Washington, DC in one place, so you have a solid,...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 27, 2026 | General
Compensation is one of the biggest reasons children’s ministry roles sit open. Churches under-budget the position, candidates can’t make the numbers work, and the search drags on. If you want to hire and keep a strong kids pastor in 2026, you need a...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 27, 2026 | General
A vague job description is one of the top reasons children’s ministry searches stall. “Must love kids and Jesus” tells a candidate nothing, attracts the wrong applicants, and sets up the wrong expectations. A clear, specific description filters out...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 27, 2026 | General
Ask almost any church leader about their hardest open role, and you’ll hear the same answer more and more often: the children’s pastor. Children’s ministry jobs are sitting open for months, search committees are coming up empty, and qualified kids...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 12, 2026 | AI, Ideas
Every children’s ministry leader I know is short on the same two things: volunteers and time. I can’t recruit for you in this article, but I can help you find several hours a week you’re currently losing to tasks AI can do faster. These ten uses all...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 12, 2026 | AI, Leadership
Every time a new technology shows up, the church wrestles with it. The arrival of radio prompted concerns about its influence. Television brought its own wave of caution. The internet and social media created new questions and new challenges. Again and again, the...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 12, 2026 | AI, Tech
Kidmin leaders juggle a lot. Lesson prep, parent emails, volunteer training, social media, event planning, and that’s just Monday. Most of us didn’t get into children’s ministry because we love administrative work. We got into it because we love...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 4, 2026 | VBS
Summer camps and day camps with VBS (Vacation Bible School) elements are a wonderful way for kids to experience growth and fun over their break. These camps mix traditional summer activities with lessons about faith, creating a balanced and engaging environment....
by Nick Blevins | Jun 4, 2026 | VBS
When I think about Vacation Bible School (VBS), big crowds and bustling church halls come to mind. But there’s something special happening with small group or neighborhood VBS models that I want to share. These models create a more intimate and personal...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 4, 2026 | VBS
Planning a church retreat or conference can be both exciting and challenging. One idea to make it more engaging for families is to host a Vacation Bible School (VBS) as part of the event. This approach not only enriches the experience for children but also allows...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 4, 2026 | VBS
Finding ways to keep kids engaged and learning during the summer can be a challenge, but Virtual and At-Home Vacation Bible School (VBS) options make it easier. Traditional VBS often requires parents and churches to organize volunteers and supplies, which can be...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 4, 2026 | VBS
After Vacation Bible School (VBS) ends, parents often wonder how to keep their children engaged in faith. Providing children with opportunities helps them continue on their faith journey after VBS. These experiences are essential in children’s ministry to ensure...
