Help! I'm A Children's Pastor

Stage presence is one of the most important things a person speaking to children can have. It is equal parts entertainment, education and discipline. This week we look at stage presence and offer practical tips on how to improve your communication skills. We also look at several things not to do while on stage. Links … Continue reading 30 – Stage Presence →

Since our last show I've gotten a few questions on how to create countdowns, how to edit videos and audio clips and sound effects, so I hijacked this episode to share some of the resources I use for animated full-motion backgrounds, animated clip art, game sounds, background tracks and more. I share free software and other resources as well. Links Mentioned: Adobe Audition - Audio editing software. Sony Vegas - Video editing software. Audacity - Free audio editor for PC. (Tutorial) Windows Live Movie Maker - Free video editing software for the PC. (Tutorial) Animation Factory - The best and cheapest source for motion backgrounds, animated clip art, PowerPoint backgrounds. Free Sound effects - freesound.org Great Sound effects, not free - soundsnap.com NewGrounds' Audio Portal - An excellent resource for driving music to go behind a game or countdown. High Voltage Kids Ministry - Game music, altar music, video countdowns, curriculum Countdown Creator - Quickly and easily merge music, backgrounds and text to create custom video countdowns. Email us: helpimacp@gmail.com Call us: 209-5NLCast Follow James on Twitter Friend James on Facebook

Since our last show I’ve gotten a few questions on how to create countdowns, how to edit videos and audio clips and sound effects, so I hijacked this episode to share some of the resources I use for animated full-motion backgrounds, animated clip art, game sounds, background tracks and more. I share free software and … Continue reading EP 29 – Editing Videos, Countdowns and Audio →

Games don't have to be wasted time. This week we discuss the role stage games play in a children's service, how they can be used to teach, and how to use them effectively.

Games don’t have to be wasted time. This week we discuss the role stage games play in a children’s service, how they can be used to teach, and how to use them effectively.

Practical tips and steps to take when seeking a part or full-time children's ministry position. Mentioned Sites and Resources: My Spanish Missions Trip Experience CMConnect.org Kidology.org The Very Last Room - Christmas Story - If you'd like a copy of the story and the slide show, request it or make a $5 donation to the show.

How to communicate to Parents, Children, Ministry Leaders, Volunteers and your Pastor. We cover bulletins, fliers, newsletters, email lists, Facebook, and more. The Very Last Room - Christmas Story - If you'd like a copy of the story and the slide show, request it or make a $5 donation to the show.

How do you respond to parents who's children do nothing wrong? Show Links: Rod Puppet Made From Office Supplies Children's Ministry Monthly Episode 2 - Discipline PodcastKid.com - A great podcast for children 3-12 by James Kennison and his daughter. The Very Last Room - Christmas Story - If you'd like a copy of the story and the slide show, request it or make a $5 donation to the show.

This month we're clearing out the in-box answering your submitted questions about volunteers, delegation, administration, outreach ideas, moving to a new ministry position and positions for youth to help in kids church. Links & Resources: The Very Last Room - Original Christmas story. Imagine if your family were to take the last room in Bethlehem, just before Jesus' family came up. PodcastKid.com - Podcast for kids. Moral in every show. By Pastor James and his 5 year old daughter, Jenna. Subscribe in iTunes. Blog Entry: How Can I Get Volunteers From A Small Congregation How To: "Usher" Offering Machines What I've Learned After Three Weeks In A New Position Discipline Mini-Casts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

Tips and lessons on improving your children's church order of service.

This month we're talking about the importance of children's praise & worship with Jean Thomason, aka Miss Pattycake. I hope you enjoy listening to her as much as I loved recording her. Visit Miss. Pattycake online at http://www.misspattycake.com

What issues and challenges to PK's face in church? How does it influence their walk with God? What's it like when the parent is their children's pastor? All these questions and more answered as James interviews Christian and Lydia, his own pastor's kids. This episode also features an amazing interview with The Lads, an amazing rock group from New Zealand focusing on tweens and family ministry. Sponsor: DrawYouAPicture.com - for ministry logos as low as $65 bucks! Resource of the month: Crazy and creative one-minute games from the show Minute To Win It.

This month we address issues that discourage children's ministers with Children's Pastor, Mark Turner and Pen/Florida District Children's Education Director, Grant Foster.

James interviews his wife Jennifer about her recent involvement in the office-side of the children's ministry he directs at their new ministry position.

James shares a inspirational story that shows that God uses everything we submit to him and do as unto him for our good and his glory.