Ministry Ideas

Finding the right craft to teach children about prayer takes time. A craft can be an important part of the learning experience for some children to reinforce what they have learned from the main lesson about prayer. Whether you are looking for a prayer craft for your children, a Sunday School class, a homeschool activity, […]

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday to focus on gratitude to God. Sometimes it is more difficult to plan for at church this time of year as it gets lost in the hectic schedule of fall outreaches and Christmas events. These 9 ideas for Thanksgiving church activities are here to help you plan for a variety

Many churches look to honor the pastor during the year, and that is a worthy endeavor. It is a good thing to encourage this servant of the Lord. But has your church considered pastor’s wife appreciation? Many a pastor would credit his wife with being a crucial part of him being able to serve the

Giving our gifts to the Lord as an act of worship is a special privilege for us as Christians. Praying for the offering, whether individually or together as a church, can be a beautiful part of this gift. These 9 options for a powerful prayer for tithes and offering can help you as you prepare

A prayer team for a church or a ministry, or even just a personal one for a burden the Lord has put on your heart, is a wonderful way to encourage regular and fervent prayer for a group or a shared objective.  James 5:16b ESV reminds us that “The prayer of a righteous person has

Senior adults are a precious part of every church. Finding the best way to minister to them is a wonderful way to honor them and the Lord. At many churches, they have been attending for years, investing their time and resources into building the church up. Some of them may have literally been involved in

As Christians, being part of a church family can be such a blessing. You are able to encourage others and be encouraged in your walk with God. Covering your church in prayer, whether it is for church members, visitors, volunteers, services, or the building, is an important way to support the church. These Sunday prayers

Being asked to give the opening prayer for Bible study is a great privilege! Seeking God in prayer as a group of believers is a wonderful part of church and fellowship. The opening prayer can set the tone for the Bible study as a whole, and prepare the hearts of those at the study by

Being part of a Bible study can be a special and meaningful experience to its participants. Each part of the Bible study, from the teaching, to the discussion, to the prayers, is important. These sample closing prayers for Bible study or small groups are a great way to prepare for giving the closing prayer at