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Kids Ministry Circle Podcast

Kids Ministry Circle
Kids Ministry Circle
Kids Ministry
Discipleship
Gospel
Gen Alpha
Leadership
Volunteer Management
Volunteers
Gen Z
Disability Ministry
Volunteer Training
Artificial Intelligence
Burnout
Volunteer Recruitment
Belonging
Curriculum Development
Jesus
Volunteer Leadership
Dare 2 Share Ministries
End Of Year Planning

Kids Ministry Circle is a community for kids ministry leaders to be encouraged and equipped to love and serve the local church. The hope of The Kids Ministry Circle Podcast is to spend time each week learning, growing, and laughing together as we work to share the Gospel with kids, volunteers, and families inside the local church.

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Latest Episodes

Sarah Nunnally shares her inspiring journey from living overseas with her family to creating children's books that teach kids about God's work around the world. Discover practical ways to incorporate missions into kids' ministry and family life, emph... more

In this episode, I share a conversation I had over on Instagram a couple weeks ago centered around scripture memory on Sunday mornings. I share lots of ideas and questions to ask as you rethink how you and your team encourage kids to memorize God's W... more

In this episode, I chat with Brian Mosley from Right Now Media. Right Now Media is jumping into the Kids Ministry Curriculum world with their newest curriculum, God's Kids. Hear from Brian what this new curriculum is and why it may transform your Kid... more

In our final episode of the Volun-Summer series, I am joined by my friend Dan Pollak to talk all about training your volunteers. Dan shares how he is training his team weekly and throughout the year to better disciple the next generation.

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Recent Guests

Dan Pollak
Kids ministry leader, based in Denver, Colorado
Episode: Episode 174: Volunteer Training Rhythms that Actually Work with Dan Pollak
Tim Foot
CEO of Slingshot Group, author of All About Building Remarkable Teams
Slingshot Group
Episode: Episode 173: Building a Remarkable Team with Tim Foot
Catherine Meredith
Kids director at Watermark Church, Dallas, TX
Watermark Church
Episode: Episode 172: Rethinking How You Recruit and Retain Volunteers with Catherine Meredith
Jeremy O'Neill
Founder of Simple Kids Ministry; kids ministry leader
Simple Kids Ministry
Episode: Episode 171: Why Your Volunteers are Slowly Checking Out & How to Fix it with Jeremy O'Neill
Vicky Odnoralova
Creator of Upside Down Kingdom Game
Upside Down Kingdom Game
Episode: Episode 170: Using a Board Game to Teach the Gospel with Vicky Odnoralova
Shelly Melia
Dr. Shelly Melia, co-author of a book on Gen Alpha
Episode: Episode 169: What Gen Alpha Actually Needs from the Church with Dr. Shelly Melia
Chris Ammen
Author, kids ministry leader, creator of Kaleidoscope Bibles
Kaleidoscope
Episode: Episode 168: What Seminary Didn't Teach You About Kids Ministry with Chris Ammen
Madison Roberts
Creator of Backyard VBS and host of the conversation
Backyard VBS
Episode: Episode 166: Backyard VBS with Madison Roberts
Kendra Fleming
Executive Director of Family Ministries for North Point Ministries
North Point Ministries
Episode: Episode 165: Playing the Long Game in Kids Ministry with Kendra Fleming

Host

Lauren Jackson
Host of Kids Ministry Circle Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Leaves Me Inspired

    I come away with new ideas every time I listen. Thank you for relatable, practical, and inspiring guests and topics that help me lead a Kids Ministry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jlporter5
    United States7 months ago
  • A must listen for KidMin leaders!

    I’ve been in the kids ministry world since I came to know Christ, and have been on staff at a church for 7 years now. I stepped into a new position and was reading and listening to podcasts as much as I could to grow as a leader in kids ministry and I found this one and man am I glad I did! I am a better kids ministry leader because of it 😊 Her episodes are such a wide range (which I love), and I always walk away with an idea, an encouragement, a fresh perspective, or something to sit and ponde... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Delaney Breto
    United States7 months ago
  • Awesome answers to pondering questions

    This is helping me a lot in planning my summer program camp. Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tinkypinky96
    United States3 years ago
  • Golden nugget

    Wow love the content Lauren brings to help equip, encourage in kids ministry! Her warm personality is so appreciated! Looking forward to taking the wisdom presented & adjusting to fit our needs! We need encouragement even more post covid, thank you for championing this Lauren !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gospel slinger
    United States4 years ago

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The host consistently delivers actionable ideas you can implement this week.
Warm, encouraging, and full of real-world examples from ministry leaders.
Incredibly practical and relatable tactics for leading volunteers.
A go-to resource for new and seasoned Kids Ministry leaders.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 170: Using a Board Game to Teach the Gospel with Vicky Odnoralova
Q: What role do the anti-kingdom cards play in learning?
The anti-kingdom cards represent worldly tendencies and sins, but they're designed with lighthearted, character-driven imagery to keep the discussion open and non-threatening, helping kids admit struggles and turn to Christ.
Episode 170: Using a Board Game to Teach the Gospel with Vicky Odnoralova
Q: How does the game simplify big theological concepts for younger players?
We translate big ideas like the Kingdom of God—already here, not yet, and yet to come—into board visuals, game mechanics, and concrete actions that kids can perform, such as flipping tiles to symbolize putting on attributes of King Jesus.
Episode 170: Using a Board Game to Teach the Gospel with Vicky Odnoralova
Q: What inspired you to create a board game to teach the gospel?
I grew up playing games with my parents and saw how play could disarm people and teach in a memorable way. When my kids showed enthusiasm for learning through games, I felt a strong nudge from God that this could teach about the kingdom of God in a tangible, engaging format.
Episode 174: Volunteer Training Rhythms that Actually Work with Dan Pollak
Q: How do you differentiate training for coaches versus regular volunteers?
Coaches are treated as small group leaders for small group leaders; they participate in structured, collaborative meetings, contribute to decision-making, and are empowered to coach others through difficult conversations and practical leadership goals.
Episode 174: Volunteer Training Rhythms that Actually Work with Dan Pollak
Q: What are the staple philosophies or rhythms you hold tightly when thinking about training volunteers?
Dan describes three levels—foundation, catalyst, and heartbeat—plus a push for multiple, level-specific trainings (digital, on-site, and weekly huddles) to meet volunteers where they are, with an emphasis on practical, bite-sized content and regular relational check-ins.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kids Ministry Circle Podcast

What is Kids Ministry Circle Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical strategies for leading kids ministry, with recurring focus on volunteer management, team culture, recruitment and retention, and faith-formative programming for children and families. Episodes frequently explore scalable training rhythms, leadership development, staffing and compensation in church contexts, and innovative outreach like Backyard VBS, all anchored in gospel-centered, age-appropriate approaches. A standout pattern is bridging front-line ministry needs (volunteers, safety, onboarding) with larger organizational realities (multi-site teams, parent involvement, Gen Alpha-era ministry). This mix makes it helpful for leaders seeking actionable tactics, real-world examples, and tools to sustain impact o... more

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1. Dan Pollak
2. Tim Foot
3. Catherine Meredith
4. Jeremy O'Neill
5. Vicky Odnoralova
6. Shelly Melia
7. Chris Ammen
8. Madison Roberts

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