When COVID entered the United States and many local governments began to restrict meeting together in large groups, many churches and Awana ministries had to adapt to a new way to reach children and youth. Many began to use an online and other options. There were several ways that Awana leaders began to reach children … [Read more…]
I have a confession. I was that parent that you are talking about in your planning meetings. That parent who has no idea where their child is in their Awana handbook, the parent who did not regularly help their child study their sections. Should I have been more involved in my child’s Awana progress? Maybe. … [Read more…]
The fall of 2016 brings a new era for Journey as the material is updated. The first book of this “new” Journey study is focused on Disciple and Josh Griffin has been working with AwanaYM to produce this new book. I enjoyed hearing Josh’s heart for discipleship at the Awana Vantage Conference recently. He shared … [Read more…]
One of the biggest misconceptions in the church that is repeated over and over again is that children are the future of the church. But if it is true that children are the future of the church, and stats tell us that anywhere between 50 and 85% of youth leave the church when they … [Read more…]
I have a confession. I’m not where I want to be. In my case, it is my weight. I know I should lose some. I know a lot of people who run 5K’s and they have often suggested that I take up running and train to run a 5K. There is even an app … [Read more…]