When COVID entered the United States and many local governments began to restrict meeting together in large groups, many churches and Awana ministries had to adapt to a new way to reach children and youth. Many began to use an online and other options. There were several ways that Awana leaders began to reach children … [Read more…]
It is true that we can often be our own harshest critic. Personally, I am very hard on myself. If you point out how nice my yard looks, I focus on the unseen (or sometimes seen) weeds and flaws. If you ask me how I think my breakouts went after a conference, or how I … [Read more…]
This is a quote from Proverbs 29:18 that is often misquoted and used improperly. I will openly admit that I am not using this quote as a scriptural reference, simply as an oft used quote that is familiar to people. This is also not a blanket analysis of children’s ministries, simply observations from a distance … [Read more…]
Today, Awana makes a bold move as they formally enter the heavily saturated weekend curriculum market in the United States. They also enter at a time when many children’s ministries are not meeting in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That may be seen as a hurdle to some, but it could also be seen … [Read more…]
I first heard about the new Sparks’ Leader Handbook last fall during an Awana Ministry Conference when I was talking with Chris Marchand. He was excited about this new resource that Awana was about to provide. I was intrigued and eager to get a look at this resource. That time has finally arrived as the … [Read more…]