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Kids Ministry Collective
KMC Collective Podcast is a weekly conversation about children's ministry, kidmin leadership and growing a powerful ministry. The KMC Collective coaches are here to serve each week.
Episodes
- Kids Ministry Collective
Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep4 How to Invite, Not Just Ask To Build Your Kidmin Team
In this episode, the KMC Teach discuss the importance of inviting volunteers to serve in children's ministry rather than simply asking them. They explore the…
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Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep.3 Why Recruiting Isn't Fixing Your Volunteer Shortage
In this episode, Tom Bump, Cole Rice, and Vicki Abbott discuss the challenges of volunteer recruitment and retention in church ministries. They emphasize the…
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Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep2- Why Kids Ministry Volunteers Quit (And What Actually Makes Them Stay)
Volunteers rarely quit because of the kids — they quit because of what's (or isn't) happening around them. We're getting honest about the real reasons…
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Kids Ministry Collective Season 3 Episode 1- How Do We Get Better? Leaders Are Learners!
In this episode, the KMC Team welcomes listeners back to the KMC Collective Podcast for Season 3, discussing their commitment to the kids' ministry community…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep.40- How To Look Back To Grow Forward The KMC Story
In episode 40 of season two of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Ben, Vickie, and Ron celebrate passing 375 episodes and major growth milestones, including…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep 39- Kids Worship as Discipleship: Beyond the Songs with Dylan Arms
What if your kids worship time was doing far more than filling a slot in your service? In this episode, we sit down with Dylan Arms — kids worship songwriter…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep38 What I Wish I Knew Before Saying Yes to Kids Ministry
Nobody tells you what you're actually signing up for when you say yes to kids ministry. The confetti, the costumes, and the camp stories look great from the…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep37- Kids in Big Church: Which Model Is Right for You?
Should kids be in the main worship service — or not? It's one of the most emotionally charged questions in kids ministry, and the KMC Collective team is diving…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast- S2 Ep 36- How To Take A Sunday Off in Kids Ministry
When was the last time you took a Sunday off? If the honest answer is never — this episode is for you. In this candid and deeply practical conversation, Tom…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep35- How to Avoid Summer Burnout and Comparison Traps in Kids Ministry
Summer doesn't slow down for kids ministry — and the pressure to keep going can quietly drain even the best leaders. In this episode, Tom, Ben, and Vicki talk…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep34 Confetti and Milestones, Kidmin Promotion Sunday With Purpose
On the KMC Collective Podcast, the team discusses why celebrating kids ministry milestones—especially promotion weekends like Move Up Sunday—matters for…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep33 How to Finish Your Ministry Year Strong (Not Burned Out)
You've been leading hard since September. The end of the ministry year is right there — but finishing well takes more than just surviving. Join Tom, Cole, Ben…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep 32- Tools That Make Kids Ministry Leaders Stronger
You weren't meant to lead kids ministry alone — and this episode is your wake-up call to stop trying. In Part 2 of our "Tools for Kids Ministry Leaders"…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep31- How to Lead, Delegate & Last in Kids Ministry with Jim Wideman
What does it really take to lead in children's ministry for the long haul — and actually enjoy it? In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, the team sits…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep.30- Best Tools for Kids Ministry Leaders: Work Smarter, Not Harder!
What are the best tools for kids ministry leaders to save time and reduce stress? In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Ben, and Vickie share the…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep 29 Getting Families Engaged in Discipleship at Home
Are you struggling to get families engaged in discipleship? You've planned the events, sent the resources, and set up the opportunities — and still heard…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Ep28-Easter is NOT the Finish Line: How To Plan You Kidmin Summer
Easter Sunday is over — but your job as a kids ministry leader is just getting started. If you're tempted to check out, coast for a few weeks, and then panic…
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Kids Ministry Collective Ep27 - Called or Confused? Your Calling vs. Identity vs. Vocation (Part 2)
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Cole, Vicki, and Ben continue their “Called or Confused” conversation, responding to a listener's question…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Ep26 Called or Confused: How to Know the Difference Between Your Calling, Identity & Vocation
Have you ever confused your calling with your job title? You're not the only one — and it may be doing more damage than you think. In this heartfelt and…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast- How to Share the Gospel With Kids Without Confusing Them S2 Ep.25
Sharing the gospel with kids sounds simple, but one wrong word can create confusion that lasts for years. In this episode, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki tackle the…
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Kids Ministry Collective- I'm Over It In Childrens Ministry- Season2 Ep.24
Do you ever feel like you’re one tiny package of Goldfish away from a meltdown? You aren't alone. This week on the Kids Ministry Collective, Tom, Cole, and…
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Kids Ministry Collective- "Culture vs. Gospel: The Battle for Your Child's Worldview | Matt Markins S2 Ep 23
In this weeks Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, Our conversation asked the question: What if the biggest threat to your child's faith isn't what you think?…
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Kids Ministry Collective We Fired a Volunteer — And Gained 8 More" | How to Build a Healthy Kids' Ministry Team - S2 Ep.22
Every children's ministry leader — whether brand new or battle-tested — wrestles with the same thing: building a healthy volunteer team. In this episode, Tom…
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Creative Solutions for Zero-Budget Children's Programming KMC Collective Podcast S2 Ep 21
In this powerful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, our panel tackles a challenging situation many children's ministry leaders face: operating…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Ep.20 One Big Day To Everyday, Rethinking Easter Outreach For Childrens Ministry Leaders
What does a real "win" look like for your Easter outreach? In this episode of The KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki discuss how children's…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep.19- How To Feed A Childs Faith- David Rausch
Join The KMC Collective Team as they invite David Rausch from Go! Curriculum to the virtual table. This week's conversation is all about what children's…
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S2 Ep 18 Kids Ministry Collective-Effective Worship Strategies for Children's Ministry
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, the KMC team, including Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicky, shares practical insights and strategies for engaging…
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S2 Ep.17 How To Utilize Teens in Childrens Ministry?
Should I use teens in children's ministry? Can't they be big distractions or unreliable? Join Tom, Cole, Vickie, and Ben, the KMC Coaches, as they have this…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep 16-From Overwhelmed to Focused in Kids Ministry (Good Stuff vs God Stuff)
Are you drowning in kids ministry ideas, resources, and expectations—and not sure what to actually say “yes” to? In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Ep15 - The Power of ONE Word For Ministry Leaders Part 2
Join the KMC Collective team as they have a continued conversation about how the power of one word changed them as children's ministry leaders and how it can…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep 14- What One Word Can Do For Ministry Leaders Part 1
Join The Kids Ministry Collective Team as they have a conversation of how one word can be so impactful for childrens ministry leaders. So many kidmin leaders…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep.13 Keep It Simple- Last Minute Kidmin Wins!
Welcome to the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, your trusted resource for practical strategies, creative ideas, and real conversations designed specifically…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Episode 13- 4 R's to Wrap Up The Kidmin Year
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki share practical strategies for children's ministry leaders to effectively wrap up the…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep.12 Gratitude In The Kidmin Grind
Discover practical strategies to cultivate gratitude in children's ministry leadership. In this KMC Collective Podcast episode, hosts Tom, Cole, Vicki, and Ben…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Episode 11- Beyond The Numbers: Vision-Driven Budgeting for Children’s Ministry
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, hosts Tom, Vicki, and Coletake you beyond spreadsheets and line items to talk about what really drives a healthy…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep 10 - Time Management Strategies for Busy Kids Ministry Leaders
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, the KMC team—Tom, Cole, Vicki, and Ben—Have a conversation about crucial time management strategies and…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep9- 5 Ways to Prevent Burnout in Children's Ministry
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, hosts Tom, Vicki, and Cole discuss essential strategies for children's ministry leaders to avoid burnout and…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Episode 8- The 4 P's of Volunteer Community
Discover how to build a strong children’s ministry volunteer community that thrives! In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, Tom, Ben, and…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast- S2 Ep7 Event Planning With A Giant Cow?
Join Tom, Ben, and Cole on the KMC Collective Podcast, where they dive into practical insights, creative ideas, and authentic conversations for children's…
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S2 Episode 6: 6-7 Tips for Post Conferences
In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Ben, and Cole discuss practical strategies for children's ministry leaders to implement ideas and insights…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S2 Ep 5- Lanyards & Lessons:Conferences Unpacked
Welcome to the KMC Collective Podcast! Hosts Tom, Ben, and Cole dive into practical tips and insights for children's ministry leaders preparing for conference…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast- S2 Eps.4- Practical Insights for Children's Ministry Leaders
Join Tom, Ben, and Cole in this week's episode of the KMC Collective Podcast as they dive into practical insights for children's ministry leaders. Learn how to…
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Kids Ministry Collective S2Ep3- Simplicity, Consistency and Strategery!!!
Join Tom, Cole, and Ben the KMC Collective Guys, as they answer listners' top questions. Learn why Simplicity, Consistency and Strategery (yep we made up a…
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Kids Ministry Collective Season2 Ep2- "Unlocking Secrets: What We Wish We Knew in Children's Ministry!
Join the KMC Collective Podcast as hosts Tom, Ben, and Cole reveal what they wish they knew at the start of their children's ministry journeys. Packed with…
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The NEW KMC Collective Podcast- Seas. 2 #1- "The Next Chapter, KMC Reimagined!"
Join host Tom Bump as he introduces the all-new KMC Collective Podcast, formerly known as the Kids' Ministry Collective Podcast. Get to know the new dynamic…
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Kids Ministry Collective #332 The CIP for KIDS Ministry Do You Know What It is?
In this special episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump welcomes Ben Fowlkes, a seasoned kids pastor, camp speaker, and YouTube icon…
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Kids Ministry Collective 331 An Unlikely Calling, Cole Rice
Join host Tom Bump and his guest Cole Rice as they discuss calling, fun in Kidmin, and how a simple invitation changed everything. This is a special edition of…
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Kids Ministry Collective 330- Creative and More, Scott Humston
Join host Tom Bump in this insightful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast as he delves into the world of creative storytelling with special guest…
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Kids Ministry Collective 329 Beyond Tired: How to Know When Ministry Exhaustion Becomes Dangerous Burnout
re you just tired from ministry, or are you actually burning out? In this crucial episode, we dive deep into the difference between normal ministry fatigue and…
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Kids Minsitry Collective 328- Next Level Kidmin with David Reneau
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump welcomes back children's ministry expert and newly published author, David Reneau…
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Kids Ministry Collective 327 - Ministry Leader, Watch Your Mouth!
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the impact of language in ministry leadership. He emphasizes the importance of…
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Kids Ministry Collective #326 Summer Simplicity, How To Thrive Not Just Survive
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump shares insights on achieving Super Summer Simplicity in children's ministry. Listeners…
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Kids Ministry Collective #325 Shepherd or Administrator? What Am I?
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump dives into the critical balance between leadership roles in children's ministry. Tom…
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Kids Ministry Collective #324 What Needs Evaluating In Kids Ministry?
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of evaluating your ministry's past year and planning for future…
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Kids Ministry Collective Podcast #323- What Needs to Change In Kidmin?
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump dives into essential changes needed in children's ministry. Exploring insights from the…
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Kids Ministry Collective #322- Dear Younger Me, 5 Strategies For Newer Leaders
Welcome to another episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast with your host, Tom Bump! In this episode, Tom shares valuable insights from his 'Dear…
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Kids Ministry Collective #321 Leading Is Lonely- How To Find New Hope.
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump addresses the feelings of isolation often faced by ministry leaders. He shares personal…
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Kids Ministry Collective #320 Beyond the Big Event: Simple Strategies to Engage & Keep Families Connected
🔥 Feeling the pressure of Easter events, VBS, and summer planning? You’re not alone! 🔥 Many kids' ministry leaders pour their energy into big events—only to…
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Kids Ministry Collective #319 How To Practice His Presence
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the concept of 'Practicing the Presence of God' which is especially relevant…
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Kids Ministry Collective 318 The Balancing Act: Leading Without Burning Out"
In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective podcast, host Tom Bump addresses the challenges faced by ministry leaders juggling numerous tasks. He shares…