KIDMIN TALK #179

A Kidmin Checkup!

Part A in the NEW ABC's of Kidology Series

A = ASSESSMENT

Pastor Karl guides leaders through a very real and practical grid for assessing their ministry health in this helpful podcast. It is essential to periodically hit "pause" on ministry to evaluate the health of ourselves and our ministry. Looking through the framework of our Time, Talents, and Treasures, Karl provides insightful questions that will open up suggestions for improvements to both personal and professional improvement.

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SHOW NOTES:

Kidmin Talk #2 Kidmin in Action
Karl's Level Up Coaching
Karl's Ministry Management Videos
Article: My Yoke is Easy
Kid Conversation Cards

KIDMIN TALK 178 - Kidmin on MISSION

Rise above the weekly to-do's and lead a ministry that is focused on the MISSION of Children's Ministry. Yes, you've got to get stuff done, but when you have a clear focus on the WHY, the what becomes much more motivating. Today, Pastor Karl explains how he unpacks his children's ministry Mission Statement for his leaders at his volunteer orientation. They might come thinking they are going to learn the policies and procedures of the children's ministry, but they leave excited to change kids' lives. When you lead a Kidmin on Mission, recruiting is easier and everyone steps up and goes the extra mile because they understand what is at stake - the transformation of kids' lives.

Mentioned on the show:

Kidology Facebook Group
Karl's EPIC Sermon
Karl's Ministry Management Training Series
Kidology's Ultimate Toolbox for Children's Ministry
Joseph - A Hero's Journey Series
Karl's eBook: The Four Pillars of Children's Ministry
Karl's Church's Children's Ministry Manual Template
Article: The Eyeball Game
Article: How to Make Kids Feel Special
TheGospelColors.com
TP Bazooka Plans

In this very personal, honest and direct podcast, Pastor Karl addresses one of the questions he is asked most often via email and in person, “How do know when it is time to leave a ministry?” Karl gives bold advice on the hard realities of ministry leadership, the challenges of working with imperfect ministry co-workers, reason not to leave, when you should leave, and practical advice on how to know when it is time to resign and seek a new church. He pulls no punches - you’ll be challenged and encouraged whether or not you are currently asking, “Should I stay or should I go now?”

Show notes:

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry
Kidology Ministry Management Series
Yosemite Summit
Two Models of Children’s Pastors (linked in this post)
Be God’s Man in God’s Place Story
His Yoke is Easy