2020 has not been what we expected. Graduations, proms, sports seasons, and vacations were all canceled. Birthday parties turned into drive-by parades. Family gatherings turned into Zoom calls. Children’s ministries completely reinvented themselves to reach kids digitally. Now it is summer.
Summer is typically one of the busiest times for children’s ministries, but this summer will obviously be different. For most churches, VBS and camps have been canceled. Weekly programming has not resumed.
How do you do children’s ministry in a summer that will be so very different?
- Think differently. Many of you have done the same programming year after year, but you have many more options than simply “do what we’ve always done” or “do nothing.” Just like you had to get creative during the shut-down season, this summer gives you an opportunity to do something totally different. That can be overwhelming, but let those creative juices flow. Experiment. Have you had an idea that you were curious if it would work? Now is the time to try.
- Think smaller. Depending on your community, large group gatherings may not happen this summer. Many big events are geared around large groups. In fact, that is often how we measure ourselves and compare our ministries with others. This summer, you have the unique opportunity to think smaller. Instead of a huge VBS, do neighborhood backyard Bible clubs. Have age groups gather in homes for Bible study. Meet in parks. Look for opportunities to dig…
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