Simple Kids Ministry

Mal Corwin: Building a Spirit-filled Kids Ministry

What does it look like when kids actually encounter the presence of God? Mal Corwin, Kids Pastor at The Belonging Co, shares how they have cultivated a place where children lead in worship, pray for healing, and hear from God in real and tangible ways. Mal unpacks the philosophy behind the phrase "there's no junior Holy Spirit" — and what it actually looks like in practice. From teaching kids how to worship (not just sing songs) to creating space for prayer ministry, and big faith moments, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for any kids pastor who wants more of the Holy Spirit's presence in their ministry. Quick Links: KIDMIN U [https://simplekidsministry.com/certification] The Belonging Co [https://thebelonging.co/] malcorwin.com [https://malcorwin.com/] The Volunteer Buy-in Blueprint [https://malcorwin.com/store/p/real-blueprint]

David Rausch: The Story Behind GO! Curriculum

What does it look like when God calls you to something that terrifies you? David Rausch, founder of GO! Curriculum and author of Feeding Faith, shares the story behind his leap from kids ministry director to curriculum creator. Jeremy and David dig into what makes curriculum actually work: developmental appropriateness, the E.A.T. framework, and why GO!'s chronological scope and sequence was built around the rhythms of the calendar year. If you've ever used GO! Curriculum, wondered how curriculum gets made, or needed a reminder that God often calls the wrong person on purpose, this one's for you. Quick Links: GO! Curriculum [https://gocurriculum.com/] Feeding Faith by David Rausch [https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Faith-Childrens-Ministry-Generation/dp/B0GCM76D8K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KWXG9GIZTJZT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iyW_Fya1UdtJ_-tlsI3Wzxaz0vWWOmyPa9OIVy287Zbm_vMA82X-WL7vbc9cMvXX.PtvtetblAI0LgccCRrp5236N3_pxoHqkTomthbDrp0U&dib_tag=se&keywords=feeding+faith+by+david+rausch&qid=1778304269&sprefix=feeding+faith%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-1] Two Minute Trainer for Small Group Leaders [https://gocurriculum.com/wp-content/uploads/2-Minute-Trainer_Small-Group.pdf] Two Minute Trainer for Large Group Teachers [https://gocurriculum.com/wp-content/uploads/2-Minute-Trainer_Large-Group-Edition-1.pdf]

Lauren Jackson: The Blueprint for Onboarding Volunteers

n this episode, Lauren Jackson from Kids Ministry Circle joins us to dig into one of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of building a healthy kids ministry: onboarding volunteers. We talk about what a great onboarding experience actually looks like, how to set volunteers up to stay, and why so many leaders skip steps that matter. We also get into the nuances of working with student volunteers and why teenagers might be your most underrated asset on a Sunday morning. Lauren brings the kind of wisdom that only comes from years of doing the work. If you want a volunteer culture worth staying for, this one's for you. Quick Links: Simple Kids Ministry [https://simplekidsministry.com/] KIDMIN U [https://simplekidsministry.com/certification] Kids Ministry Circle Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/6dwVnOySmsqrwOBYlIeMF8]

Sam Collins: Multisite, Curriculum and Discipleship in Kids Ministry

What does it look like to step into a kids ministry leadership role as a young leader — especially when you're following someone with a big legacy? This episode covers the unique challenges and advantages of leading young, how to develop your own leadership identity instead of copying someone else's, and what it means to do ministry through people rather than for them. We also get into curriculum choices, how to structure kids ministry inside a multisite church, and how to create genuine worship moments that actually connect with kids. A practical, honest conversation for anyone in the early stages of leading a kids ministry. Quick Links: ⁠Join the Simple Kids Ministry community⁠ [https://www.skool.com/kidmin-u-1270/about] ⁠Go! Curriculum⁠ [https://www.gocurriculum.com/] ⁠The Bible App for Kids⁠ [https://bibleappforkids.com/]

Dan Pollak: What We Can Learn from Youth Ministry

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Dan Pollak, Kids Ministry Director at Flatirons Church in Colorado. They dig into what kids ministry can learn from youth culture, how to challenge kids without losing them, and the critical role a consistent small group leader plays in a child's spiritual growth. They also get surprisingly honest about the real cost — financial and otherwise — of building original curriculum from scratch. This one is full of gems. Don't miss it. Quick Links: Join the Simple Kids Ministry community [https://www.skool.com/kidmin-u-1270/about]