This engaging and symbolic craft is a perfect addition to Magnified! VBS, helping kids visualize the transformation that comes from knowing Christ. Just as a caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis and emerges as a butterfly, we, too, are made new in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). This hands-on activity provides a beautiful reminder of God’s transformative power in … The post Fun Friday: Magnified! VBS Butterfly Craft appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

VBS can be one of the most impactful weeks of the year, although it doesn’t happen overnight. Planning, recruiting volunteers, and executing VBS can take many months—but many hands make light work! That’s why you will love the Lifeway VBS Facebook Community.   Here are three perks of the VBS Facebook Community:  Let us come alongside … The post Perks of the VBS Facebook Community  appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

The Very Best Baseball Game “We’re all made in God’s image with different gifts and different challenges.Some people need more help than others. But when God’s people work together, we make up the body of Christ.” When Carson wakes up one Saturday morning, his mom reminds him it’s hisday to volunteer at a baseball game. … The post Kids Ministry 101 Book Club: March 2025 appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

Enrich your Vacation Bible School experience with these Magnified! VBS-themed inserts for your Giant Inflatable Game Cube! Get ready for endless fun and engagement as kids explore faith through play. Kids will love rolling this game cube and using it for all kinds of games! The game cube measures 15″ x 15″ and has inserts … The post Fun Friday: Magnified! VBS Inflatable Game Cube Inserts appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

Easter Sunday is one of the biggest church attendance days of the year, making it the perfect opportunity to introduce families to your upcoming Vacation Bible School! According to Lifeway Research, 90% of pastors identify Easter as the day their church has its highest, second-highest or third-highest attendance for worship service. Many visitors and occasional … The post Making the Most of Easter to Save the Date for VBS appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

By Meredith Flynn, reposted from Lifeway Research Increased biblical literacy only comes through increased immersion in God’s Word. How can you help your church invest in biblical literacy? Alyssa Caudill was a college student studying the Bible with her dormmates when God impressed on her the real purpose of reading His Word. Caudill, now a … The post How Church Leaders Are Aiming for Higher Biblical Literacy appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

A Resurrection Garden is a hands-on, visual representation of the Easter story that also teaches kids about faith and growth. By planting seeds at the beginning of spring and watching them bloom by Easter, children experience the beauty of new life in Christ, just as Jesus rose from the grave and gave us the promise … The post Fun Friday: New Life in Christ Easter Activity appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

Big news for our Lifeway Kids and VBS community! To better serve you with valuable content in one central location, we are merging the Lifeway VBS Blog with the Lifeway Kids Blog. Moving forward, all VBS-related articles, tips, and resources will be housed on the Lifeway Kids Blog page. This change allows us to provide … The post Exciting News: Lifeway VBS Blog Is Moving! appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

International Women’s Day is approaching and with it comes an opportunity to remember the incredible women of the Bible who made a big impact. Women in the Bible played vital roles in God’s story, just as they do today. From acts of courage and leadership to unwavering faith, these women remind us that God calls … The post Remembering the Women of the Bible appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more

We believe that knowing and understanding the Bible is essential for a strong foundation of faith. That’s why we’re dedicating this month to Biblical Literacy Month! This will be a time to focus on helping kids, families, and church leaders grow in their knowledge and love for God’s Word. Throughout the month, we’ll share blog … The post Biblical Literacy Month: Helping Kids and Families Engage with God’s Word appeared first on Kids Ministry ..read more