Recognizing and Eliminating Racial Bias in Children’s Ministry Programming
At the same time, we must confront another pandemic. It has led to the loss of life and has inflicted insurmountable damage. Our nation was built on slavery and has… Read More
Elementary | How To | Leadership | Parents | Volunteers
What’s Next: Health and Safety for Your Church’s Kids Ministry
Now or very soon, most churches will be able to worship again in person. When that time comes, it’s so important that you have a clear plan outlined to help… Read More
Let’s Get It Right This Time
Every generation takes a cue from the generation that came before it. How they see God . . . How they see each other . . . How they see the world . . . The hard truth about racism in any… Read More
What’s Happening with the 2020 Orange Conference Because of COVID-19?
TL;DR: Looking for a quick update on the Orange Conference? Click here to read all about it. What you do still matters The past few weeks have been an unprecedented time in ministry. We are all asking the same question: How can… Read More
Elementary | Leadership | VBS
The ONE SECRET to a Great VBS
“The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.” – Stephen Covey Does your countdown to VBS have you jumping for joy? Does it have you grinning from ear to ear? Or does it have you checking under your… Read More
Elementary | How To | Leadership | VBS | Volunteers
How to Create a VBS Leadership Team
You’re a few days away from Vacation Bible School, and it seems like you have a month’s worth of work left to do. To top it all off your pastor has sent you an email asking you to help with another project.… Read More
Advice from Orange Specialists | Elementary | How To | Leadership | VBS | Volunteers
3 Examples of VBS Volunteer Surveys
A few days ago, I shared some thoughts on “5 Crucial Questions for VBS Evaluation Forms for Parents” and I hope that you guys found that helpful. Today, I wanted to take some time to write down more ideas about feedback from… Read More
Advice from Orange Specialists | Elementary | How To | Leadership | Parents | VBS
5 Crucial Questions for VBS Evaluation Forms for Parents
There's a valuable lesson I learned a few years ago that I think is applicable in just about EVERY area of ministry. (In fact, I would say that there isn't ANY area in or out of ministry that can't apply this principle.)… Read More