FRIDAY S WORKSHOPS 24 WORKSHOPS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY SOME WILL BE REPEATED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE ON SATURDAY

FRIDAY S WORKSHOPS 24 WORKSHOPS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY SOME WILL BE REPEATED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE ON SATURDAY

WORKSHOP 1 FRIDAY: 2:55-3:55 THE HEART OF A TEACHER What makes a good teacher able to reach the hearts of children? In this workshop we will look at some methods that Jesus used when He taught, tips to effectively use the little extra minutes in our classes, and how to EASILY learn a Bible story in our own preparation time and to retell it from memory. Teacher: Barbie Enterline Location: Room 106 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 6. ARE YOU A TEACHER OR A LECTURER? Do you struggle to keep your elementary-age students attention? Are your students not engaged during the Bible study? Do they even understand the study? In this workshop we will look at a tool that, when rightly used, will engage the children in the Bible study, help you know if they understand, take them back to God s Word as the final authority, and help prepare them for responding to God through His Word. This simple, yet profound, tool is questions! Teacher: Annie Enterline Location: Room 107 THREE PRIORITIES FOR THE CHILDREN S MINISTER IN THE CLASSROOM Sometimes we don t realize that God has already trained and prepared us for the ministry. In this workshop we will examine King David s life, and learn how God prepared him for effective ministry to His people. Teacher: Craig Arnhart Location: Room 110 TEACHING 4 & 5 YEAR OLDS Pre-schoolers are so special and in this workshop we will look at age-appropriate methods to teach these little ones about Jesus. Their hearts are open and they are ready to learn. Let s impact them with the love of Jesus! Teacher: Rebekah Enterline Location: Room 112 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. PUPPETS: VISION {ISAIAH 6:8} See the people, the need, the lost and the incredible opportunity to go where no Puppeteer has gone before. By Family and by community, the draw on this ministry is unbelievable! The Life of the Puppet, it s voice, it s movement, it s feeling, what is portrayed, it s responsive emotions, as Jesus taught people to connect even in how he related, brought people to follow Him. Teacher: Kevin O Neil Location: Grace Building Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 5. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 1 CONTINUED FRIDAY: 2:55-3:55 TEACHING CHILDREN TO PRAY God s design from the beginning is that people, young and old, would have a relationship with their Creator. But, knowing that no relationship is stronger than its communication, it becomes vital that we communicate with God. For without communication, the relationship becomes distant. But, through the glorious privilege of prayer, we are drawn into the very presence of a wonderful Holy God. Children too, can experience the blessing of talking with God through prayer. It is important that we teach them this while they are still young and this is what will be discussed in this workshop. Teacher: Dalton O Neal Location: Potter s House BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR STUDENTS! The most important aspect of your position as a teacher is your relationship with the children. As you build personal relationships/friendships with each child, there will be benefits that stem from bonding with your students. There will be less need for discipline, greater and deeper times of discipleship, and MORE LOVE! (John 13:34-35) We will consider helpful ways you can build deeper, closer relationships with your children. Teacher: John Deming Location: Overflow Room Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. ARE WE TEACHING THE CHILDREN HOW TO RESPOND TO GOD? Do you want to learn a simple, yet wonderful, way to read and respond to God s Word? Connect, not just your head, but your heart to God and His Word. This simple concept can revolutionize your walk with the Lord, as well as the children you teach! We often just teach the children about God, but we need to teach them how to meet with God through His Word, in fellowship. Teacher: Larry Enterline Location: Sanctuary

WORKSHOP 2 FRIDAY: 4:05-5:05 TEACHING 2 YEAR OLDS & 3 YEAR OLDS Pre-schoolers are so special and in this workshop we will look at age-appropriate methods to teach these little ones about Jesus. Let s impact them with the love of Jesus! Teacher: Daniel & Natalie Riddles Location: Room 102 OVERSEEING A CHILDREN S MINISTRY Is the Children s Ministry a complete mystery to you? Join us as we look at what the Bible has to say about being an effective leader, raising up new leaders, and how to overcome the unique challenges that Children s Ministries encounter. Teacher: Steve West Location: Room 106 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. NO WORSHIP LEADER NO PROBLEM Having no worship leader in Children s Ministry classes can be a problem. What do you do now? Do you sing accapella or do you not sing at all? This class will give you an easy alternative for worship that has revolutionized our worship in the classes at our church. Worship our Lord with pre-recorded worship songs. You don t think that will work? Come and see! Teacher: Matt Enterline Location: Room 107 101 WAYS TO LEARN YOUR MEMORY VERSE Teaching memory verses is an important component of Children s Ministry. The memorization of God s Word is to place it into the children s hearts, and there are a variety of ways to ensure that it will remain with them. This workshop will give you some ideas to get started. Teacher: Ruth Heise Location: Room 109 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 6. TEACHING 2 ND GRADE With hearts still tender, and the ability to understand, these young ones can receive and respond to the Lord. Learn how to reach your second graders with the love of Jesus. Teacher: Robbie & Nancy Boyd Location: Room 110 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 2 CONTINUED FRIDAY: 4:05-5:05 PUPPET: CREATING YOUR STORY Write a script using the Parable of the Lost Sheep, we will re-write (with out losing the Truth) in such a way, that the kids will be able to identify themselves in the story. Join up with someone. Students will give a presentation with the script they write. Up to 3-4 puppets can be used. The script should be 2-3 minutes. Teacher: Kevin O Neil Location: Grace Building Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. HOW TO USE CALVARY CURRICULUM S CHILDREN S CURRICULUM TO TEACH CHILDREN The Children s Curriculum is based on a verse-by-verse approach to teaching, a Calvary Distinctive. This approach for children is understandable, clear, in order, and lays an unshakeable foundation for the child s adult years. Come and find out how to use this simple, yet profound, method with the ultimate goal of teaching children how to meet with God. Appropriate for 1st 6th grades. Teacher: Annie Enterline Location: Potter s House Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. STORYTELLING This workshop will show creative ways to tell a Bible story using visuals and voice animation. We ll see the difference between reading a story and telling it. Make the Bible story come alive so the children will be impacted and remember it! Teacher: John Schneider Location: Overflow Room LEADING A CHILD TO CHRIST What basic truths do children need to understand to make the decision to ask Jesus to be Lord of their lives? Different ideas like the Wordless Book, ABC s of Salvation, and others will be discussed. Come and consider the most important message God has given to the world how to have a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Teacher: Dalton O Neal Location: Sanctuary

WORKSHOP 3 FRIDAY: 5:15-6:15 USING ART WITH YOUR LESSON Teaching a lesson using a white board or chalkboard with drawing. Any lesson can use visuals to help the class to learn a lesson. Teachers can do some of the drawings, but using the students to draw the items of any lesson can help their understanding and learning as well. Teacher: Howard Means Location: Room 106 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 5. GAMES IN THE CLASSROOM Do you want to learn some awesome games to play in the classroom? Not only are they a blast to play, these games are designed to support the Bible study. As the kids play, you will see them react and learn in ways you haven t seen before. These games can be used with any Bible study. Appropriate for 2nd - 6th grades. Teacher: Matt Enterline Location: Room 107 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 7. THE PURPOSE OF A CHILDREN S MINISTRY In order to know God s call for Children s leaders, we must go back to the beginning; back to the basics. To truly know God s purpose for Children s Ministry, we first have to look to His Word. Then, we can look at the original purpose and vision for Children s Ministry. As we explore the history, we will look at examples of Children s Ministry done right. Teacher: Steve West Location: Room 110 EVANGELISTIC CRAFTS THAT KEEP ON SPEAKING Children s Ministry events and outreaches often involve crafts. Kids love making crafts. But, as you might know, quality crafts can be a challenge to find or develop. In this class you will be taught several crafts appropriate for ages 5-12, that could be used in a VBS, camp, or evangelistic outreach. You will receive written instructions for each craft, plus you will get to make one yourself. Unique to the crafts presented in this workshop is the built-in gospel message, using the colors of the Wordless Book. The children will enjoy making these crafts, all the while learning of the great gift God has for them through Jesus! Teacher: Rebekah Enterline Location: Grace Building CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 3 CONTINUED FRIDAY: 5:15-6:15 UNIQUE & ENGAGING TOOLS FOR YOUR KID S MINISTRY In this workshop we will demonstrate Open Air Campaigners (OAC) effective tools used regularly in our Kids Bible Clubs. We ll complete a Bible verse puzzle & a Bible story/gospel message utilizing a portable sketch board, florescent paints, a blacklight, & our interactive lettering techniques. We will also demonstrate three powerful Gospel object lessons; The Three Ropes, Heaven in a Jar, & The Rat Trap of Faith. Additionally, we ll show a short clip highlighting OAC s history & present evangelism ministries. Finally, we ll explain some more excellent tools on our web site & close with questions & answers. For more information on OAC, please go to OACUSA.ORG. Teacher: Frank Baldus Location: Potter s House Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 4. PREPARING TO TEACH When you begin serving in the Sunday School, you re guaranteed to run into problems and hassles in your week to prevent your success. Face it! Satan wants to keep you from serving successfully. Learn practice proven methods of lesson preparation for your week in the classroom. Arm yourself with Study & Curriculum Resources, Bible Study Methods and Lesson Preparation Skills that will ensure your victory with the kids! Teacher: John Deming Location: Overflow Room ALONE TIME WITH GOD Do the children know how to talk with God? Do the teachers or parents know how to talk with God? Can we really talk to and have fellowship with God? Are we really leading the children in what it is to have a personal relationship with God? This workshop will give simple and practical ideas, that can be implemented immediately, to help you grow in your own alone time with the Lord and to teach the children (and others) these important truths. This workshop will deal with the instructions given to us from Matthew 6, by Jesus, concerning fellowshipping with God (prayer). Teacher: Larry Enterline Location: Sanctuary

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WORKSHOP 4 SATURDAY: 10:15-11:15 CRAFTS FOR THE CLASSROOM Prepare the craft to reinforce your Bible lesson. Appropriate for preschool through third grades. Many good craft ideas will be presented. Teacher: Abby Spinner Location: Room 105 (Upstairs) THE EASY WAY TO HIDE GOD S WORD IN YOUR HEART! Have you ever felt frustrated at your inability to memorize Scripture? Do you even know WHY it is of value to hide God s Word in your heart? In this workshop you will learn a very easy method for memorization that a child or adult can benefit from. Teacher: Barbie Enterline Location: Room 106 THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF TEACHING CHILDREN We desire to be faithful Children s Ministry teachers, rightly dividing God s Word as we teach the children. But sometimes we can lose sight (or we don t even know) the ultimate goal we should keep in mind as we minister and teach. In this workshop/his path, to keep in mind that will help us as we prepare our lessons and teach His children; helping us to really focus on what is important to God. Teacher: Larry Enterline Location: Room 107 COORDINATING IN CHILDREN S MINISTRY Come alongside the Children s Pastor to help, serve, and direct in the Children s Ministry. Teacher: Jason Kang Location: Room 108 SIMPLY THE STORY Simply the story (or STS) is an oral inductive method of teaching the Bible to both children and adults. Simply by staying within a Bible story, students learn and retain the Scriptures they hear, while the Holy Spirit Himself makes the application to their lives. Using the STS method, teachers learn, and teach, the way Jesus taught...through story, and asking questions, with student participation. And the results are amazing! STS is now being used around the world to teach both those who cannot read or write, and those who can. Teacher: Darlene Theis Location: Room 109 Repeated on Saturday in Workshop 5. TAKING SUNDAY SCHOOL TO THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS There are tens of thousands of children in our public schools that have never heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. Many do not come to church but they can be accessed in the public schools through Released Time Christian Education and Good News Clubs. In this workshop you will learn about these open doors and how you can teach the Bible in your local public schools. Sally oversees the Released Time program which is in twenty public schools in the greater Long Beach area and also works in cooperation with Child Evangelism with a flourishing Good News Club. Teacher: Sally Atkinson Location: Room 110 Repeated in Workshop 6. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 4 CONTINUED SATURDAY: 10:15-11:15 SOP UP TIME Preschoolers are full of energy and need things to keep them engaged. They are like sponges. Let s not waste the time we have with just playing, let s be intentional with our time. This workshop will give ideas of songs, finger plays, Bible time, attention getters so we can fill their hearts with things that will last. Teacher: Robin Krause Location: Room 112 SCIENCE DEMOS WITH SPIRITUAL APPLICATIONS Kid s love science! Learn how you can use this tool to share spiritual truth with them. We ve got several ready-to-use demos that will get kid s attention and give you the chance to impress God s Word in their heart and mind! Teacher: Jim Blackie Location: Grace Building Repeated in Workshop 6. UNIQUE & ENGAGING TOOLS FOR YOUR KID S MINISTRY In this workshop we will demonstrate Open Air Campaigners (OAC) effective tools used regularly in our Kids Bible Clubs. We ll complete a Bible verse puzzle & a Bible story/ Gospel message utilizing a portable sketch board, florescent paints, a black-light, & our interactive lettering techniques. We will also demonstrate three powerful Gospel object lessons ; The Three Ropes, Heaven in a Jar, & The Rat Trap of Faith. Additionally, we ll show a short clip highlighting OAC s history & present evangelism ministries. Finally, we ll explain some more excellent tools on our web site & close with questions & answers. For more information on OAC, please go to OACUSA.ORG. Teacher: Frank Baldus Location: Potter s House HAVE YOU BEEN CHALLENGED BY MINISTRY? There are many challenges in ministry and this class will consider how the Lord would have us deal with them. Teacher: Rudy Cardenas Location: Overflow Room THE HEART OF AN IRRESISTIBLE CHILDREN S MINISTRY God calls us to welcome every child into our ministry and, therefore, every family. However, special needs often becomes a hindrance to fulfilling this call. What does the Bible say about disability and what is the heart of God regarding people affected by disability? Prepare to be challenged, surprised and encouraged. Teacher: Mike Dobes Location: Sanctuary

WORKSHOP 5 SATURDAY: 11:30-12:30 TEACHING 2 YEAR OLDS Pre-schoolers are so special and in this workshop we will look at age-appropriate methods to teach these little ones about Jesus. Let s impact them with the love of Jesus! Teacher: Ron Rose Location: Room 102 THE CALL, THE PREPARATION, & THE COST Has God called you to ministry? If so have you considered the importance of the call, the preparation & the cost to ministry? In this class we will be reminded of the importance of our calling and the cost of our service for Him. Teacher: Jason Cunanan Location: Room 105 (upstairs) USING ART WITH YOUR LESSON Teaching a lesson using a white board or chalkboard with drawing. Any lesson can use visuals to help the class to learn a lesson. Teachers can do some of the drawings, but using the students to draw the items of any lesson can help their understanding and learning as well. Teacher: Howard Means Location: Room 106 BUILDING FOUNDATIONS You just finished an awesome event, and kids gave their lives to our Lord. Now what do you do? This workshop is geared towards providing spiritual guidance for young new believers, and teaching them the basic fundamental truths for their Christian walk. Teacher: Ed Littell Location: Room 107 TEACHING 1 ST GRADE In this workshop we will look at key ingredients in reaching the hearts of these little ones. Relationship at this age is so important. We will consider how to impact these young lives for eternity. Teacher: Dalton O Neal Location: Room 108 SIMPLY THE STORY Simply the story (or STS) is an oral inductive method of teaching the Bible to both children and adults. Simply by staying within a Bible story, students learn and retain the Scriptures they hear, while the Holy Spirit Himself makes the application to their lives. Using the STS method, teachers learn, and teach, the way Jesus taught...through story, and asking questions, with student participation. And the results are amazing! STS is now being used around the world to teach both those who cannot read or write, and those who can. Teacher: Darlene Theis Location: Room 109 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 5 CONTINUED SATURDAY: 11:30-12:30 TEACHING 4 TH - 6 TH GRADE We will consider age-appropriate ideas for ministering to children and we will look at how to teach children to respond and meet with God through His Word. Teacher: Wendell & Kim Clark Location: Room 110 HOW DOES A CHILD THINK? Let s revisit our preschool years. What did I think? How did I perceive things? What are boundaries? We will talk about discipline and classroom management. Teacher: Robin Krause Location: Room 112 PUPPETS: VISION {ISAIAH 6:8} See the people, the need, the lost and the incredible opportunity to go where no Puppeteer has gone before. By Family and by community, the draw on this ministry is unbelievable! The Life of the Puppet, it s voice, it s movement, it s feeling, what is portrayed, it s responsive emotions, as Jesus taught people to connect even in how he related, brought people to follow Him. Teacher: Kevin O Neil Location: Grace Building LEARNING THAT PRODUCES CHANGE How we think determines how we will teach God s Word. In this workshop we will evaluate a secular vs. a Biblical mindset in teaching. Watch how God can radically change the way you think, to radically impact the way you teach! Appropriate for 1st 6th grades. Teacher: Larry Enterline Location: Potter s House REACHING CHILDREN OUTSIDE THE CHURCH We will consider the unique challenges of evangelizing children outside the church along with some specific ways of sharing about Jesus with the children. Teacher: Rudy Cardenas Location: Overflow Room DEVELOPING IRRESISTIBLE HANDS Heart is important, but our actions best express our values. Building on The Heart of Irresistible we will explore the practical components of special needs ministry within the context of Children s Ministry. What are the ideal ways to enable children to fully belong? How can we teach in a more inclusive manner? How to affirm and encourage parents to bring their children into a classroom? What happens if the unexpected occurs? Teacher: Mike Dobes Location: Sanctuary

WORKSHOP 6 SATURDAY: 2:55-3:55 TEACHING KINDERGARTEN We will consider age-appropriate ideas for ministering to kindergarteners and will look at how important it is to teach children about God and His love for them. Teacher: Olga Cardenas Location: Room 104 BUILDING UP I m going through some trials in my life. Does God want me to step down from ministry? How can I be an effective leader in the classroom when it seems like everything is going wrong? Learn how God uses trials to build us, and how we can build up the spiritual walk of those under our care. Teacher: Craig Arnhart Location: Room 106 EXPLORING OPTIONS IN KIDS WORSHIP In this workshop we will explore different options and ideas that can be incorporated into your Children s Ministry worship program. Some of the options include: starting a Beginning Guitar Class for those interested in kids worship, using the Ukulele in worship, and using an autoharp in kid s worship. Teacher: Bob Mitchell Location: Room 107 USING OBJECT LESSONS IN THE CLASSROOM Don t just use words to convey a spiritual truth! Powerful tools will be shared to help the children truly remember the truths of the Bible. Teacher: Dalton O Neal Location: Room 108 101 WAYS TO LEARN YOUR MEMORY VERSE Teaching memory verses is an important component of Children s Ministry. The memorization of God s Word is to place it into the children s hearts, and there are a variety of ways to ensure that it will remain with them. This workshop will give you some ideas to get started. Teacher: Ruth Heise Location: Room 109 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 6 CONTINUED SATURDAY: 2:55-3:55 TAKING SUNDAY SCHOOL TO THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS There are tens of thousands of children in our public schools that have never heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. Many do not come to church but they can be accessed in the public schools through Released Time Christian Education and Good News Clubs. In this workshop you will learn about these open doors and how you can teach the Bible in your local public schools. Sally oversees the Released Time program which is in twenty public schools in the greater Long Beach area and also works in cooperation with Child Evangelism with a flourishing Good News Club. Teacher: Sally Atkinson Location: Room 110 SCIENCE DEMOS WITH SPIRITUAL APPLICATIONS Kid s love science! Learn how you can use this tool to share spiritual truth with them. We ve got several ready-to-use demos that will get kid s attention and give you the chance to impress God s Word in their heart and mind! Teacher: Jim Blackie Location: Grace Building THE HEART OF A TEACHER What makes a good teacher able to reach the hearts of children? In this workshop we will look at some methods that Jesus used when He taught, tips to effectively use the little extra minutes in our classes, and how to EASILY learn a Bible story in our own preparation time and to retell it from memory. Teacher: Barbie Enterline Location: Room 106 STORYTELLING This workshop will show creative ways to tell a Bible story using visuals and voice animation. We ll see the difference between reading a story and telling it. Make the Bible story come alive so the children will be impacted and remember it! Teacher: John Schneider Location: Overflow Room PASS THE BALL Championship teams learn that they cannot depend upon one person and be successful; rather, it is about passing the ball to the person with the best opportunity to score. Children s Ministry must follow the same framework - effective leaders build teams, set others up for success and pass the ball every chance they get. Learn some key steps to recruiting, developing and releasing a team to lead your Children s Ministry into sustainable growth and health for years to come. Teacher: Mike Dobes Location: Sanctuary

WORKSHOP 7 SATURDAY: 4:05-5:05 PREVENTING INFECTION IN THE CHILDREN S MINISTRY Kids are germ magnets. We will discuss how the most common infections can spread and also discuss simple things you can do to prevent the spread of infection to other kids and yourself. Teacher: Jason Kang Location: Room 105 (upstairs) HOW TO USE CALVARY CURRICULUM S CHILDREN S CURRICULUM TO TEACH CHILDREN The Children s Curriculum is based on a verse-by-verse approach to teaching, a Calvary Distinctive. This approach for children is understandable, clear, in order, and lays an unshakeable foundation for the child s adult years. Come and find out how to use this simple, yet profound, method with the ultimate goal of teaching children how to meet with God. Appropriate for 1st 6th grades. Teacher: Annie Enterline Location: Room 106 GAMES IN THE CLASSROOM Do you want to learn some awesome games to play in the classroom? Not only are they a blast to play, these games are designed to support the Bible study. As the kids play, you will see them react and learn in ways you haven t seen before. These games can be used with any Bible study. Appropriate for 2nd - 6th grades. Teacher: Matt Enterline Location: Room 107 SPECIAL EVENTS Looking for ideas to stir your childrens hearts through Special Events? This workshop is designed to help equip you with tools to help guide you through events like VBS, annual holiday themed nights, weeknight fun nights, and Lock In s! Learn how to choose a theme, lead a group of servants, organization, and make one simple event a powerful means of ministry! Teacher: Ed Littell Location: Room 108 OVERSEEING A CHILDREN S MINISTRY Is the Children s Ministry a complete mystery to you? Join us as we look at what the Bible has to say about being an effective leader, raising up new leaders, and how to overcome the unique challenges that Children s Ministries encounter. Teacher: Steve West Location: Room 110 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

WORKSHOP 7 CONTINUED SATURDAY: 4:05-5:05 TEACHING 4 & 5 YEAR OLDS Pre-schoolers are so special and in this workshop we will look at age-appropriate methods to teach these little ones about Jesus. Their hearts are open and they are ready to learn. Let s impact them with the love of Jesus! Teacher: Rebekah Enterline Location: Room 112 PUPPET: CREATING YOUR STORY Write a script using the Parable of the Lost Sheep, we will re-write (with out losing the Truth) in such a way, that the kids will be able to identify themselves in the story. Join up with someone. Students will give a presentation with the script they write. Up to 3-4 puppets can be used. The script should be 2-3 minutes. Teacher: Kevin O Neil Location: Grace Building DISCIPLINE CLASSROOM RULES THAT WORK These simple classroom rules will revolutionize your Children s Ministry class, creating order and an atmosphere of honoring one another. Learn how simple it is to create an environment that the children can learn in. These honor based, God-given principles for life also apply in the home. Teacher: Larry Enterline Location: Potter s House BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR STUDENTS! The most important aspect of your position as a teacher is your relationship with the children. As you build personal relationships/friendships with each child, there will be benefits that stem from bonding with your students. There will be less need for discipline, greater and deeper times of discipleship, and MORE LOVE! (John 13:34-35) We will consider helpful ways you can build deeper, closer relationships with your children. Teacher: John Deming Location: Overflow Room PARENTS MATTER TOO! Every Children s Ministry ultimately serves the parents - they drive, they pay for events and they care deeply for their children. Learn the reasons why engaging parents matters, the best ways to connect and how to provide space for parents to speak into and help lead the Children s Ministry. Effective communication with parents can bring a level of health to your ministry that creates a win-win for everyone involved! Teacher: Mike Dobes Location: Sanctuary