FREE Children's Ministry Lessons
This lesson is taken from the passage where Wise men from the east follow a star seeking the King of the Jews. They seek help from Herod in Jerusalem and travel to Bethlehem to worship Jesus and give Him gifts. Both the Magi and Joseph are given dreams to keep them safe from Herod’s anger. … Read more
First Person Christmas Story As Told by a Shepherd Boy This is the Christmas story told from a first-person perspective. This could be used as a dramatic monologue in place of a children’s sermon or in children’s church. I could imagine having a volunteer in costume share the story. You could also include it as … Read more
Our Most Popular Christmas Items: Christmas is coming fast, so I wanted to point out a few of our most popular materials. Each of the following links will take you to a free printable Christmas resource. We have really been encouraged to hear how churches and families have used these items. It is our prayer … Read more
It happens almost every year. One kid comes to children’s church with a personal mission to prove Santa is not real. Besides the disruption, it creates a situation where one child is calling someone’s mom a liar. That’s why I’m calling to order a special Christmas edition of our Think Tank. How do you handle … Read more
This Sunday School lesson is based on the story of Simeon and Anna when Joseph and Mary present Jesus in the Temple. It was prepared for a class of 3rd and 4th graders, but could be modified for any elementary aged class. Feel free to print it out or adapt it for your children’s church. … Read more
Here is a brief devotion for Christmas based on some observations of the Christmas lights. Put these ideas into your own words and you could easily use this content as a Children’s Sermon around Christmas or Advent Season. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the … Read more
Here is another free Christmas program that you can download and use in your ministry. Simply download the zip file below and unpack the Word and PowerPoint files. It was sent to me by Mitch Townley, the children’s pastor at West Hills Presbyterian (PCA) in Knoxville. You can leave any comments or questions for Mitch … Read more
This lesson is taken from Luke 2 where Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem was announced to shepherds by angels. The shepherds found Jesus as they were told and spread the Good News to others. This lesson was written for 3rd and 4th students in mind. This can be simplified for preschool age and also adapted for … Read more
This simple 12 Symbols of Christmas booklet is one of our most popular resources during the Christmas season. Use the link below to download the PDF printable version. Printable 12 Symbols of Christmas Mini-Book for Teaching Kids the Meaning of Christmas Here is a printable Christmas book about the 12 Symbols of Christmas. I have … Read more
This reflection on Christmas was written by Doug Wolter, the Pastor of Children & Education at LaGrange Baptist Church. You can read more from Doug at his blog Life Together. Don’t miss our new guide if you are looking to sponsor a child as a family this Christmas. One of the things I try to … Read more