12 – Age Level Characteristics
Children are constantly going through different developmental changes. It is incredibly helpful for leaders to be aware of what children need at different ages, how they connect the best, and what they can understand. Christine shares a broad understanding of the characteristic needs of each age group and provides some helpful tips on how to connect with them.
Christine Rafferty
Christine is married to Vincent, an elder in Oxygen Life Church in South Africa. They have two children, Tyde and Eden.
Sessions
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How to Use This Resource
How to use the videos & booklets in this series.
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01 - Why We Do What We Do
God’s heart for kids and the leaders of His kids.
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02 - What It Means to Lead
The characteristics of effective kids leaders.
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03 - A Typical Meeting Time
There are four key elements that are important to include each week in kids ministry
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04 - Leading a Child to Christ
Kids that don’t just look like Christ, but are surrendered to, led by and in a relationship with Him.
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05 - Child Protection Policies & Procedures
Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of our children.
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06.1 - Transformational Teaching
Every lesson should point to Christ, not just offer helpful life values.
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06.2 - Teaching Examples
What transformational teaching can look like.
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07 - Using The Bible
We should always point children to God and His Word
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08 - Small Group Discussion
Smaller groups can have more impact.
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09 - Facilitating Spirit-Led Encounters
How to facilitate Spirit-led encounters in our lessons.
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10 - Leading Kids in Worship
Kids worship isn’t just about singing fun songs about God
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11 - Leading Games Well
Games are a powerful way to have fun together and to re-enforce Biblical truths.
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13 - Connecting With Kids
How can I connect with kids better?
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14 - Partnering with Parents
Helping parents to raise their children in the ways of God
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15 - Discipline
How to lovingly discipline a child in a classroom setting
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16 - Action in Emergencies
How to keep your head in emergencies.
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17 - The Gospel Project Curriculum
The curriculum that conveys the heart of Gospel-centred ministry best
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18 - Coordinators
Adjusting to accommodate growth while keeping the life & purpose.
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19 - Administrating Life in the Team
The benefits of good admin.
