If asked to compile a list of needs we have in our ministries, there’s no doubt we could go on for pages — more volunteers, larger budgets, more space, playdoh that doesn’t stick to carpet, more volunteers… I could go on. For some of us, we maybe need a few less volunteers. (Or at least fewer voices on what our ministries should be.)
So often, we focus heavily on the external needs of our ministry. We want the program to be great, we want the kids to have fun and still learn about Jesus. These are all huge needs, and shouldn’t be forgotten. But we can also not forget that our own souls need to be nourished. We have to recharge, and reconnect our own lives with the One who gives life.
This is why I’m so excited to be a part of Group’s new KidMin Conference. This new conference, to be held this October in Chicago, takes a different approach than many of us are used to seeing at “ministry conferences”. Yes, there are still great speakers. Yes, there will be breakout sessions and opportunities to learn tons of new techniques and tips. Yes, there will be resources available. Tons. Yes, there will be naps. (That last one is a personal “must” for conferences.)
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