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OverviewBy John DuckworthTeachers, volunteers, children, and even puppets can perform these 30 simple skits quickly and easily! At 5-10 minutes each, these children's ministry skits are quick and easy, but guaranteed to deliver a Bible-based message that...

OverviewBy Group PublishingWith the activities in this book, kids will not only memorize God's Word, they'll understand the verses they learn! Every activity takes advantage of kids' natural learning aptitudes to make Scripture stick. Includes 80 verse...

OverviewYou've sung the Christmas carols—now discover even more of their rich stories with More Songs of the Christmas Story! This four-week Sunday school curriculum for kids shares the story of Christmas through four beloved songs. Plus, you'll get...

OverviewBy Mikal Keefer and Elisa HansenMichelangelo had marble... Picasso had paints... You've got cardboard!You win!With Cuttable Cardboard Creations you'll have a blast turning everyday cardboard into a big bunch of awesomeness to share with others...

OverviewOutrageously Committed to My MarriageMarriage is an epic story—complete with love, humor, and trials—lived out by courageous, flawed people.In the We devotional book, brave husbands and wives share 52 true stories of their loving but...

OverviewAt last: keepsake cards kids can't wait to create!Coloring Creations Greeting Cards™: Critters includes religious greeting cards that help kids explore and express their creativity... sharpen artistic skills... and grin with "I made it myself"...

OverviewFor those who love coloring, here's a fresh way to express yourself—and share your creativity with others. Coloring Creations Greeting Cards™: Imagination includes winsome designs and sturdy card stock that gives you a canvas on which to create...

OverviewColoring Creations Greeting Cards™: Splash includes fun Christian cards that help kids explore and express their creativity... sharpen artistic skills... and grin with "I made it myself" satisfaction when lucky recipients tape each one-of-a-kind...

OverviewFor those who love coloring, here's a fresh way to express yourself—and share your creativity with others. Coloring Creations Greeting Cards: Serenity includes winsome designs and sturdy card stock that gives you a canvas on which to create...

OverviewBy Rick BundschuhMake EVERY sermon memorable! Here's how... Are you hungry for Sunday messages to be memorable, meaningful, and move listeners closer to God?So why are so many messages forgettable?Pastor and author Rick Bundschuh asked the same...

OverviewDiscussions from Joshua, Ruth, EstherThis adult ministry resource includes a FREE digital copy of the Leader Guide and companion Participant Guide! You will find instructions for accessing these free resources inside the printed Leader Guide you...

OverviewDiscussions from 1-2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, Psalms.This resource includes a FREE digital copy of the Leader Guide and companion Participant Guide! You will find instructions for accessing these free resources inside the printed Leader Guide you...

OverviewDiscussions from Matthew and Luke. This adult ministry resource includes a FREE digital copy of the Leader Guide and companion Participant Guide! You will find instructions for accessing these free resources inside the printed Leader Guide you...

OverviewBy Josh Packard, Ph.D. and Ashleigh HopeThey're called The Dones.After devoting a lifetime to their churches, they're walking away. Why?Sociologists Josh Packard and Ashleigh Hope's church development book reveals the results of a major study...

OverviewSo you want to start a moms' ministry but don't know where to start? We've got the simple solution that will inspire and motivate you to take the first steps. How to Start a Moms' Ministry covers the essentials you need to know about moms'...

OverviewMoms were never meant to be Lone Rangers, doing life alone. Instead, we need a community of other moms who understand super feats like leaping over piles of laundry, tackling all-night science projects, and living to tell the stories of pre-teen...

OverviewThis is an essential for every woman at your Mom Squad event! The pages inside this booklet will guide women through your Mom Squad event. The memory booklet is a guide for each woman during the event and includes additional ideas and devotions...

OverviewMost pastors don't go into ministry because they love risk management and balancing budgets and writing human resource policies. And yet each of these things, plus more, is part of a pastor's day-to-day life while leading a church. Neglecting...

OverviewEver tried to replace the organ with a keyboard? Change the service time by 30 minutes? Introduce a new ministry? Retire an old one?Pastors learn quickly that change often meets resistance in church. Even small changes can be hard to make when...

OverviewIs your women's ministry in need of refreshment? Perhaps a remodel? Or even a complete redesign? Or maybe you're just getting started. No matter where you are in ministry, this resource will move you toward success. This workbook will guide you,...

OverviewFill Your Cup is a mini-event that feels like a cozy gathering at your favorite coffee shop. This women's event idea involves a café-themed experience where participants easily connect with each other and with God.This themed women's retreat kit...

OverviewChurch members look to pastors to guide them in their faith and help them merge theology with real life. Of course, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Arguments among church members, conflicts between couples, and tension over unexpected matters...

OverviewPreach a sermon? No problem.Choose a theologically-sound Sunday school curriculum? No trouble.Conduct annual performance reviews with your ministry staff? Not so simple.Managing People provides pastors with tips for inspiring and leading staff...

OverviewBy Rick ChromeyPeople today want to connect to God; they crave spirituality. But inside the walls of the church they are getting a 30- to 50-minute spiritual monologue. Simply put, sermons do not communicate effectively in a YouTube, Twitter,...

OverviewBy Thom and Joani Schultz"They judge me." "They're just a bunch of hypocrites." "If they're an example of who God is, I don't want anything to do with God."According to the research behind Why Nobody Wants to Be Around Christians Anymore, this...

OverviewDig deep into what the Bible has to say.Discussions from Matthew and Luke. Enjoy 13 weeks of thoughtful conversation focusing on the life of Jesus when you use the Fearless Conversation: Why Is Jesus So Radical? Participant Guides. Based on...

OverviewMotherhood is a gift... but sometimes it's hard! Our children warm and captivate our hearts, but they also break stuff. And stretch our patience. And test our resolve.This devotional visits these challenges of momhood while also providing you...

OverviewLimited Edition Hard Cover VersionBy Thom and Joani SchultzThe church leadership book that will forever change the way you think about church. The statistics are clear: The American church is in decline. People are leaving in astounding numbers,...

OverviewUse with Where Moms Connect: A Year of Adventure or A Year of Encouragement for keeping kids connected while their moms are gathered.The Where Kids Connect Bible Lessons have been created for keeping kids connected and learning about Jesus as...

OverviewBy Austin Maxheimer and Zach BelowWhat if small group ministries had been invented in 2014... by your local churches? Would anything be different? Would any "sacred cows" disappear—or at least be prodded toward fresh vision and action? Answering...

OverviewMoms come in all shapes and sizes, but one thing's for sure—all moms need to connect with other moms! Where Moms Connect: A Year of Encouragement is a unique moms' ministry curriculum that brings women together and helps them connect naturally,...

OverviewDaily we are bombarded with need all around us-- and the desire to make a difference. A woman's heart wants to help... to care... to reach out. The problem is knowing what to do or where to start. That's why we've created the This Means Love...

OverviewBy Mark WaltzUpdated! Guests in church often decide whether to return or not before service even starts. It's crucial to create a welcoming environment for guests of your church—to ensure that their first impression is the best impression. Ih his...

OverviewBy Group PublishingErrands. Work. E-mails. Phone calls. Friendships. Family. Life is busy!It's hard to find a moment to spend with God. But most of us realize that we need to! Those precious moments with God rejuvenate us, giving us hope and...