Its no secret that times have changed since I was a wee little lad, things have changed: music, video games, tv shows, so much has changed; and if we as Children's Pastors and leaders we must adapt and create a fun and relevant ministry for kids. It's important for us to know what music is popular, what video games are hot, and what style of clothing is in. I am not saying we have to or need to condone certain things, I am just saying we need to stay current and fresh and know what the 411 is (not sure I even used that correctly). So how do we stay relevant?
We need to stay on top of the latest music.
I generally pop into iTunes and look at the top albums and songs that have been downloaded because chances are some if not most of the kids in my church have heard or downloaded the song themselves. So look to give away christian CD's, ones that you know the kids will get into and love.
Stay on top of the latest TV shows.
A great way to know and get inside the life of a kid is watch the tv shows they watch, check them out, see what they are teaching kids. Who knows you might get a new teaching series idea! Kids enjoy when you talk about their favorite TV show with them. Stay current stay hip (don't say hip in front of kids, they will make fun of you). Remember they all are not watching only disney and nickolodian.
We need to make a conscious effort and stay on top of kid culture and know whats going on. If you don't know where to start, ask the kids, trust me they will tell you what they like to watch and listen to. Once you are current use it to your advantage create a fun and relevant ministry your kids cant wait to come to. Never waiver on making your ministry biblically sound but you must make it appealing.
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