This workshop will deal with the nuts and bolts of children’s ministry. We’ll discuss topics like what to look for in a children’s curriculum, how to resolve conflict in ministry settings, and where to go for support. Time will be provided for swapping ideas that work!

Jolanda Malburg, August 1-2
Jessie Schut, October 17-18

Come discover new ways your church’s educational programs and worship can spark meaningful conversations between the generations.

Christen Baker, August 1-2
Jolanda Malburg, October 17-18

Hear ideas for keeping your relationship with God vibrant and growing as you nurture the faith of young ones.

To Be Announced, August 1-2
Eldean Kamp, October 17-18

This workshop will explore how teachers and families can tell God’s story in ways that will make kids want to hear it again and again and to live it out every day.

Pat Nederveld, August 1-2
To Be Announced, October 17-18

This program is unique because it gives kids ages four to seven the opportunity to experience worship rather than merely learning about it.

Jane Schuyler, August 1-2
Lynn Setsma, October 17-18

How can we help enfold kids from our community into the church family? What can we do to reach out to their households in meaningful ways? Come join the discussion as we talk about principles and best practices for outreach.

Jolanda Malburg, August 1-2 and October 17-18

When boundaries are established and attention is given to preparation and pedagogy, classroom chaos can be avoided. This workshop will explore proactive strategies you can use or share with your teaching team to create nurturing environments for sharing God’s Word.

Christin Baker, August 1-2
Jan Content, October 17-18

Faith Alive’s managing editor, Ruth Vander Hart, will share an overview of this preschool-grade 8 curriculum, leaving time to answer your questions. This is the perfect workshop for churches that are just beginning to use Walk With Me or are interested in using it in the future.

Ruth Vander Hart, August 1-2 and October 17-18

Meet Faith Alive’s new large group/small group curriculum! Kid Connection was designed especially with small churches and midweek programs in mind. Editor Karen De Boer will walk you through a session and answer your questions.

Karen De Boer, August 1-2 and October 17-18

Come discuss how we can experience God’s grace in both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life. Discover and share ideas for how churches and families can celebrate milestones along the faith journey.

Laura Keeley, August 1-2
Robert Keeley, October 17-18

In this workshop we’ll look at aspects of this love relationship as it relates to children and youth. We’ll reference what the Scriptures tell us and experience various ways in which children and youth can be taught through prayer to develop this relationship with God.

Sherry Merz, August 1-2
Eldean Kamp, October 17-18

This workshop is especially designed for teachers using the Walk With Me curriculum, or for WWM coordinators who would like to use the content of this workshop to train their teachers.

Ruth Vander Hart, August 1-2 and October 17-18

This workshop is especially designed for Kid Connection leaders, but would also be great for educators and teachers who would like to sharpen their storytelling skills.

Karen De Boer, August 1-2 and October 17-18

This general session will inspire you with new ideas and confidence as you sing along with the kids.

Sherry Merz, August 1-2
Sandra Elgersma, October 17-18